Ely Museum

The Old Gaol
Market Street
Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4LS

Tel: +44 (0)1353 666 655
Email: curator@elymuseum.org.uk
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Ely Museum, in the Old Bishop's Gaol, is a bright and friendly local history museum. Displays include original prison cells, fossils that can be touched, Roman remains and an archive film of the Fens including punt guns and eel catching. There are special events and exhibitions throughout the year.

A children's guide to the galleries, toilets, a stairlift and gift shop make this an ideal destination for all the family.
Opening Times
(2011 times)
Summer: Monday to Saturday 10.30am - 5.00pm, Sunday 1.00pm - 5.00pm.

Winter: Monday, Wednesday to Saturday 10.30am - 4.00pm Sunday 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Closed Tuesday. Booked groups daily.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Adult £3.50; Concession £2.50; Accompanied children free.

Joint Ticket with Oliver Cromwell House:
Adult £6.20; Concessions £5.00.

Directions
On the corner of Market Street and Lynn Road in the centre of Ely, just 250 metres from Ely Cathedral.
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Ely Museum Postcode for SatNav: CB7 4LS

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