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Situated in Cowes and East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, the Classic Boat Museum has been telling visitors its wonderful maritime story since 1996. The Museum is across 2 sites and consists of the Boat Shed and the Gallery. 

The Boat Shed in Cowes (West) has an impressive collection of over 90 boats, from classic yachts, motorboats, and lifeboats. 

The Gallery in East Cowes has an extensive collection of maritime artefacts, boat models and photographs.

Visiting Us

The Gallery, East Cowes 

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The Boat Shed, Cowes 

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Opening Times

The Gallery, East Cowes
 

Opening Times 

The Gallery is open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 1pm (last entry 12.30pm) & Saturday 11am to 3pm (last entry 2.30pm).
Closed Sunday and Monday.

The Boat Shed, Cowes

Opening Times 

The Boat Shed is currently closed for the winter and will re-open April 1st 2025.

Admission Prices

Single site ticket Adult £5

Accompanied Children Free (17 and under)

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