Cregneash Village Folk Museum. Seasonal Opening. Admission Charge (concessions available).
Details
Accessibility:
There is an accessible toilet block with nappy-changing facilities; not far from this there is an additional disability toilet inside the parish church which is open daily. There are some uneven surfaces and slopes around the site. There is a grassed area with picnic tables in front of the cafe. Car Park situated just outside village, but on-road parking possible in village, and there is a parking space for disabled motorists 20 yards from the venue's Tea Rooms and admission desk. Dogs on leads allowed. The venue has produced an access guide at http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Cregneash-Access-Guide-2016.pdf
Brief Description:
Cregneash Village is in the far south of the island overlooking the Calf of Man. It is a living village, portraying the traditional way of life of a 19th century Manx crofting community. Visitors can explore former crofters' cottages, watch traditional farming methods and skills in action and see indigenous Manx animals such as the Loaghtan sheep and Manx cats. Detailed information can be found on their website.
In addition Cregneash Village is one of 26 registered Dark Sky Discovery Sites on the Isle of Man. The stargazing site is located at the picnic area, in front of the Creg y Shee Café. http://www.darkskydiscovery.org.uk/
Further Information:
Address:
Howe Road, Cregneash, IM9 5PX
Email:
Telephone:
01624 834993
Website:
http://www.manxnationalheritage.im/attractions/cregneash/
Opening Times:
Daily in 2017 from: 1 Apr to 26 May: 10am to 4pm 27 May to 4 Sept: 10am to 5pm
5 Sept to 3 Nov: 10am to 4pm
Admission:
Adults £6
Children £3
Free entry to members of the Friends of Manx National Heritage, National Trust, English Heritage, CADW and Historic Scotland. Other concessions available, please see their website for details
Directions:
Signposted and just off the A31, about 5.3miles (8.6km) from Castletown. OS SC 360 760
Transport:
Contact Isle of Man Public Transport, Banks Circus, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT
Telephone: +44 1624 662525 (Infoline) https://www.gov.im/categories/travel-traffic-and-motoring/bus-and-rail/
Amenities:
There is a small gift shop on site and the Creg y Shee tea rooms.
Location
Nearest Venues
Port Erin. Always Open. Free Admission
1.14 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.