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Situated in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, the Classic Boat Museum has been telling visitors its wonderful maritime story since 1996.​

We are based on the banks of the historic Medina River in West Cowes with an impressive collection of over 90 boats, from classic yachts, motorboats, and lifeboats. 

We also have a gallery area within the museum of fascinating artifacts telling the story of the marine heritage of the Isle of Wight and the Solent.

Visiting Us

The Classic Boat Museum

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Opening Times

We  re-open Tuesday 14th April 2026

Opening Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday 11:00am to 3:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday 11:00am to 3:00pm
Friday 11:00am to 3:00pm

Opening hoursTuesday 11:00am to 3:00pm0am to 3:00pm

Donate to the museum

We appreciate any donation however big or small. Whatever you can donate will make a difference to us running the museum. To see what your donation could help with click the donate now button.

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