Top Things to do in Ely
Things to do in Ely, England: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Ely, United Kingdom including Ted Coney's Family Portraits, Prickwillow Drainage Engine Museum, The Stained Glass Museum, Raf Witchford Museum, Ely Museum, Babylon Arts.
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1. Ted Coney's Family Portraits
2. Prickwillow Drainage Engine Museum
3. The Stained Glass Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
Visit the only museum of stained glass in the UK – with a national collection of stained glass from across Britain and Europe. The Stained Glass Museum’s collection spans more than 800 years, from the medieval period to the 21st century. Our museum is located in the upper levels of Ely Cathedral. Over 125 original stained glass windows from across the UK and Europe are displayed in our main gallery. Here, you can experience the art of stained glass up-close and enjoy a fascinating variety of images in both historic and modern styles from a range of religious and secular buildings. Our permanent gallery offers a unique insight into the fascinating history of stained glass. Temporary exhibitions and events are held throughout the year. The museum is family-friendly with an interactive lightbox, trails, activity and reading corner. Our well-stocked gift shop features a range of unique handmade glass art, books, gifts and jewellery.
Reviewed By Big_Jeff_Leo - St Helens, United Kingdom
The Stained Glass Museum, located in Ely Cathedral, Cambridgeshire, and has an inspirational collection of stained glass, from medieval to the modern periods. You need to pay an extra charge to enter, but we are glad that we did. Over 125 original stained glass windows from across the UK and Europe are displayed in the main gallery. The museum is within the cathedral, you have to climb some stairs (40) to reach it but this is staggered to allow safe passing post Covid. There are some good displays that show how the different glass is actually made, but the treat here is with the actual glass, its colours and how light affects it......so beautiful.
4. Raf Witchford Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By louisesJ9235UK - Ely, United Kingdom
I am glad I looked for it in daylight as it is a little difficult to find. So worth it though! I took a small Cub Pack and the two amazing and lovely ladies went out of their way to make us welcome and give the Cubs (and leaders) a great evening. I loved that it was full of information, but presented in many ways and with many different kinds of focus for its size. All the Cubs and leaders loved it.
5. Ely Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 122 reviews
Ely Museum, a bright and friendly local history museum, located in the Bishop's Gaol in the centre of the historical city of Ely. The Museum is the history centre for the Isle of Ely & the Fens and it takes you on a journey through time from prehistory to the twentieth century.Displays include original prison cells, fossils that can be touched, Roman remains and an archive film of the Fens including punt guns and eel catching.A museum guide, children's activities, toilets and a gift shop make this an ideal destination for all of the family.
6. Babylon Arts
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By B810ONjaneh
Visited the gallery to see the display of watercolours by local artists and was impressed by the variety and quality - met a local artist and was made very welcome by the gallery staff. Small well curated shop and drinks available, Accidentally bought a painting which I am delighted with! Well worth a visit on a walk around the lovely Ely. I'll be back.
