1. South East and London
  2. Isle of Wight
  3. Arreton

Attraction Information

The Shipwreck and Maritime Museum is set within a thriving craft village, and houses the largest exhibition of its kind in the whole of the UK! Packed with thousands of relics and treasures from the deep, including Spanish gold and other items salvaged from galleons, wartime submarines and steamships!

The “Wreck and Rescue” Lifeboat museum if full of fascinating displays of antique diving equipment, and the history of Isle of Wight lifeboats. Discover dramatic shipwreck stories, see models of ships and learn about pirate adventures. You will also get the chance to see action videos of local lifeboat rescues, plus displays about fishing and smuggling!

There are a number of activities to keep the kids entertained, including a Treasure Hunt, 'Crack the Code', brass rubbing and free Pirate Trail worksheets. There are free prizes for all completed activities.

There truly is something for everyone in this unique exhibition - ideal for budding pirates and mariners!

Claim & Manage Attraction ListingTick Icon
Timer Icon

Opening Times

Re-opens Easter 2017

Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

Ticket Icon

Pricing & Tickets

Adults: £5.00

Seniors/Students: £3.50

Kids: £2.50

Family: £12.00

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to Shipwreck and Maritime Museum by visiting our attraction tickets section.

Question Mark Icon

FAQs

Yes, there is parking onsite.

Pin Icon

Contact Details

Arreton Barnes Craft Village
Arreton
Isle of Wight
PO30 3AA
England

Tel: 01983 539361

Visit Website

Shipwreck and Maritime Museum Reviews

Day Out With The Kids - VIP Pass Advert

Recent blog posts

Top Tips and Tricks In Planning Family Adventures With The Day Out With The Kids VIP Pass - Image
ShivaniMarch 18, 2024
Top Tips and Tricks In Planning Family Adventures With The Day Out With The Kids VIP Pass

Make planning family days out simple and easy with our top tips and tricks. Plus, save with our VIP Pass – it’s never been easier!

Ideas On A Budget
Things To Do
Easter Markets In The UK - Image
Jenny OsmondMarch 18, 2024
Easter Markets In The UK

With Easter just around the corner, many people are starting to plan their holiday festivities. One popular tradition in the UK is visiting Easter markets, where you can celebrate the arrival of Spring and find a wide variety of goods and treats to enjoy during the long Easter Bank Holiday weekend. In this blog, we…

Easter
Things To Do
I Went To Disneyland Paris - Here's What I thought! - Image
Harleen SahotaMarch 15, 2024
I Went To Disneyland Paris - Here's What I thought!

Heading to Disneyland Paris? Here’s my review of everything you need to look out for, top tips, the best restaurants and the best rides!

Disneyland Paris
Things To Do
Hop Into History: With The Best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts - Image
ShivaniMarch 15, 2024
Hop Into History: With The Best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts

The Easter holidays aren’t far away! So we’ve rounded up all the best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts, so grab your bunny ears and get going!

Easter
Things To Do
OMG! Primark Just Got a Hello Kitty Cafe! - Image
Harleen SahotaMarch 15, 2024
OMG! Primark Just Got a Hello Kitty Cafe!

Hello Kitty has come to Primark and we’ve got the inside scoop for you!

Events Near You
Things To Do
The Wonders of BeWILDerwood Norfolk: A Parent's Review! - Image
ShivaniMarch 11, 2024
The Wonders of BeWILDerwood Norfolk: A Parent's Review!

Read all about Cookie and her family’s day out to BeWILDerwood Norfolk! Including top tips, recommendations, food reviews and the best parts!

Family Creator Network
Reviews and Recommendations
Things To Do
Easter Dinosaur Hunts - Image
Jenny OsmondMarch 11, 2024
Easter Dinosaur Hunts

As Easter approaches, we understand families are looking for fun activities to celebrate the holiday. Got a little dino fan? One unique and exciting option gaining popularity is Easter dinosaur egg hunts. These interactive events offer a dinosaur twist on traditional Easter egg hunts. Easter dinosaur hunts offer exciting themed activities for children of all…

Easter
Things To Do
Step Into The Prehistoric Era With The Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition - Image
ShivaniMarch 8, 2024
Step Into The Prehistoric Era With The Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition

Become palaeontologists and deep dive into the world of the prehistoric beasts at the Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition at Hornium Museum!

Events Near You
Things To Do