Shipwreck Museum Hastings

The Shipwreck Museum in Hastings, Sussex is located in the historical old town. It has artefacts from many ships that have been wrecked in the English Channel. It is next door to the Hasting’s Fishermen’s Museum.

Museum Overview

They are a multi-sensory museum with sound, touch and smell. Items include those from the shipwreck of a Dutch East Indiaman of 1749 and the Anne of 1690 plus Charles II warship. They also have exhibits of fossils that have been found in the local area.

Inside you can touch a part of the wooden London Bridge from Roman times, sit on a dinosaur footprint and get up close to part of a Roman ship. Plus you can feel a perfectly-preserved 4,000-year-old Bronze Age tree, try your skills at tying a knot and more.

The museum also runs the occasional guided walk to see the wreck of the Dutch East Indiaman and you will explore the coastline. This costs £6 for adults and £2 for children.

Further Information Shipwreck Museum Hastings

Is there food and drink available?

There are places nearby serving food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

They are a multi-sensory museum with sound, touch and smell with a wide range of artefacts on display.

What are the ticket prices?

They are free to visit.

Is there parking?

There is parking nearby and charges apply.

When are they open?

The Shipwreck Museum is open for most of the year. For up-to-date opening times please visit their website.

Dog friendly?

Well-behaved dogs on a lead are welcome.

Are they accessible?

They are fully accessible for wheelchair users. Find out more.