Location: Cowes
Top Things to do in Cowes
Things to do in Cowes, England: The Best Museums
Cowes (/kaʊz/) is an English seaport town and civil parish on the Isle of Wight. Cowes is located on the west bank of the estuary of the River Medina, facing the smaller town of East Cowes on the east bank. The two towns are linked by the Cowes Floating Bridge, a chain ferry.
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1. Sir Max Aitken Museum
2. The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
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4.5 based on 204 reviews
The Isle of Wight Military and Heritage Museum is operated by and for a registered charity . The charity uses any excess income from that museum to support ex service personal . It is firmly under the control of a board of trustees with a professional management team in place . This will secure the museum as a living memorial to the sacrifices that ordinary people are , all to often , called upon to make when diplomacy fails and armed conflict breaks out . It brings together items of historical interest and is largely staffed by volunteers who are typically ex service people who regularly give guided tours and talks . It has a cafe and the fully licensed Mess Bar in a former barracks building . The museum is not just a store of artifacts, it aims to be a hub for ex-service personnel to meet , share their knowledge and experience and access services tailored to their needs. The museum also provides volunteer posts for others in need . Any surplus income and donations from the museum go towards furthering these aims.
Reviewed By 442DavidF - Southampton, United Kingdom
We incorporated this into a day trip to the island. Wow! This museum has plenty of parking and a very reasonable entry fee. For anyone with even a passing interest in militaria this place is a must. I don't think I've ever seen so much stuff in one place. Weaponry, vehicles, local heritage items (even some weapons that you can handle - rarely found in museums). The place is run mainly by very enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers, and in my experience museums like this are overtaking the major, national museums in terms of content. Definitely going back on any future trip as I didn't manage to study and absorb everything. Oh, and there is a cafe so you can eat there as well!
3. Kendalls Fine Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Kendalls Fine Art in Cowes, located on the beautiful Isle of Wight. In our large gallery you will find an extensive collection of contemporary and traditional art together with sculptures and antiques. We are located on the seafront in Cowes with wonderful views across the Solent. Throughout the year we have regular exhibitions of both new and existing artists work, as well as our existing extensive stock of fine art. At Kendalls Fine Art we stock a range of fine art in different genres and medium, many of which are based around the sea and sailing.
