Sheerness Heritage Centre, 10 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1AJ

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Accessibility

Please note that unfortunately the building has a set of steep, winding stairs which may make the first floor inaccessible for those with disabilities.

https://www.visit-swale.co.uk/attractions/rose-street-cottage-of-curiosities-2447/ 

Brief description

https://www.rosestreetcottage.co.uk/ ALL OUR PHOTOS ARE OF THIS VENUE

"Rose Street Cottage and its two neighbouring properties are the only remaining homes of a number that were built for Sheerness Dockyard workers in the 18th and 19th centuries – often using timber “Chips” from the docks. They are weather boarded, roofed with Welsh slate and are Grade II listed.

One-time home to the Kicks shipwright family, the Cottage  has been a furniture shop and Curd’s Wet and Dry Fish’n’Chip shop.  It is dressed with objects brought by locals over many years to evoke the Island’s quirky stories.

When you come into this intimate and intriguing space, you will experience vibrant Arts events and workshops in a cottage atmosphere and enjoy changing monthly Gallery exhibitions.

On sunny Saturdays, you can treat yourself (and friend) to a delicious cream tea in our Cottage Garden.  We feel your visit will conjure some vivid memories and you will leave having absorbed something of Sheppey’s rich history.

We are a Wheels of Time and Kent Children’s University registered attraction. (See News on this website for some background on Kent Children’s University)"

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS ALSO A HERITAGE CENTRE AT 69 High Street, Sheerness ME12 1RW

https://www.thecriterionbluetown.co.uk/tours-activities/heritage-centre-admission/  + https://www.thecriterionbluetown.co.uk/ "THE CRITERION BLUETOWN Community Cinema Every Friday. CINEMA, MUSIC HALL & MORE.  We welcome you all, young and old, to our little gem hidden in Blue Town, Sheerness. We are a community cinema, music hall, museum and show destination right here on the Isle of Sheppey. If you’re looking for a day/night out, then look no further.

The Criterion Bluetown encompasses Bluetown Heritage Centre, Criterion Music Hall and Criterion Community Cinema. It is entirely run by volunteers. The centre has a number of displays showing the vast historical significance of the area. We have connections to the Aviation museum at Eastchurch, the birthplace of Aviation.

The Criterion Music Hall and Community Cinema and have a vast array of shows and events to suit all tastes. We are open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 3pm and Saturday 10am to 1pm.

https://www.thecriterionbluetown.co.uk/tours-activities/heritage-centre-admission/

"The present Heritage Centre is on the site of two earlier establishments. Originally the “New Inn,” in 1868 the site became “The Royal Oxford Music Hall”. The following year, the building became The Criterion public house, with a music hall called “The Palace of Varieties” situated immediately to its rear.

This offered “rational amusement for all classes” including, in April 1876, a one-armed juggler! In 1879, the earlier building was replaced with a brick one.

The above paragraph is just a sample of the history the Blue Town Heritage Centre and The Criterion Music Hall have waiting for you to discover for just £2.50 entry. Indeed, there is so much waiting for you to discover that you’re sure to be surprised.

The heritage centre itself is jam-packed with items, memorabilia and artifacts. Once you have absorbed all of the amazing feats of history our island was responsible for, why not relax in our comfortable cafe and enjoy our famous cream teas?

The main space in the centre and our pride and joy is The Criterion Music Hall. After being damaged and falling into disrepair following a German bombing raid in WWI, the room has been lovingly restored over the past few years to its newfound glory and continues its main purpose of entertaining the public once again." "https://www.thecriterionbluetown.co.uk/tours-activities/heritage-centre-admission/  criterionbluetown@outlook.com tel:01795 662981 We are open from Thursday to Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and for events; Heritage Centre – Free Admission (Donations) Booking not necessary; Full-Day Tour of Sheppey (Coaches Only); Exclusive Use Packages. Parking is free and close to the venue. The centre is proud to be a part of the Wheels of Time scheme, where children can collect a badge from 40 museums across Kent. We are also members of the Historic Swale. To find out more, ask any of our volunteers."

Address

10 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1AJ

Email

chrisonsheppey@aol.com

https://www.visit-swale.co.uk/attractions/rose-street-cottage-of-curiosities-2447/ 

Phone

07775 712306

Website

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/plans-revealed-for-forgotten-museum-31480/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sheerness%20Heritage%20Centre/493604424173824/#

https://www.rosestreetcottage.co.uk/

https://www.visit-swale.co.uk/attractions/rose-street-cottage-of-curiosities-2447/ 

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Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

https://www.visit-swale.co.uk/attractions/rose-street-cottage-of-curiosities-2447/ 

"Good news! We are are now open by Appointment only. Please call 07775 712306 to arrange a visit.

When you come into our intimate and intriguing space, you will find a wonderful potted Heritage experience as well as vibrant Arts events and workshops in a cottage atmosphere and you can enjoy changing monthly Art and History exhibitions in our upstairs Gallery.

Grade II listed, Rose Street Cottage of Curiosities is one of the last 3 remaining homes built for Sheerness Dockyard workers in the 18th and 19th Centuries. One-time home to the Kicks shipwright family, the Cottage has been a furniture shop and Curd’s Wet and Dry Fish ’n’ Chip shop. It contains objects brought by locals over many years to evoke the Island’s quirky stories.

Open at other times for special events - check the website www.rosestreetcottage.co.uk for details

Entry Price: £1 "

Was formerly "Open April – Christmas Eve on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 11am – 3pm."

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