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Brighton Fishing Museum

Contact Details

201 Kings Road Arches
Brighton
EAST SUSSEX
BN1 1NB

Tel: +44 (0)1273 723064

Fax: +44 (0)1273 723064

Type: Museum

The fishing industry and beach leisure trade of Brighton is presented at this museum on the seafront. Working fishermen in adjacent arches bring history to life. There are exhibitions including boats and fishing artefacts. Visual images include archive and contemporary film and a slide show. There is also an audio presentation of fishing folk talking and singing. Archives, including family history are available to view by appointment.

Free admission, but donations welcome.

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A279. Located opposite Old Ship Hotel on the lower esplanade of Brighton's seafront.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Brighton. Proceed towards the sea, to the lower esplanade and towards Brighton Pier until five fishing boats are seen on the 'Hard'.

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Ticket Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Admission	Free

Free admission - donations welcome.

Opening Times

Open All Year

01/01/2010 - 31/03/2011
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	18:00
Tuesday	10:00	18:00
Wednesday	10:00	18:00
Thursday	10:00	18:00
Friday	10:00	18:00
Saturday	10:00	18:00
Sunday	10:00	18:00
BankHoliday	10:00	18:00

Facilities

Provider Preferences

In town/city centre
Indoor Attraction

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Wheelchair access to all museum except the gallery to view boat. DVD playing with fisherman's accounts, and tactile tours available on request.
Guide Dogs Permitted - No restrictions
Ramp/Level Access

Catering

Picnic Site

Payment Methods

Groups Accepted
Max group size - 30
Min group size - 2

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups

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Brighton Visitor Information Centre:

0300 300 0088

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