Hartlepool's Maritime Experience
An authentic reconstruction of an 18th Century naval seaport. Step back in time to a remarkable period in British history. Regular musketry, cannon firing and sword fighting displays bring the past to life. Featuring the short film 'Pressganged', replica quayside shops, Children's Adventure Centre and Playship. Experience life onboard a warship in our newly refurbished audio visual tour 'Fighting Ships' before exploring the real thing - HMS Trincomalee, the oldest warship afloat in the UK. Visit the free Museum of Hartlepool. An enjoyable and enlightening day out.
Vaqas Accreditation
VAQAS accreditation.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism For All Award Silver 2008
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 01/11/2008 - 01/02/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Family | £20.00 |
| Adult | £7.75 |
| Over 60's | £5.75 |
| Child/Student/Unwaged | £4.75 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
A19 From South, take A689 to town centre
A19 From North, take A179 to town centre
A1 Take A689 to town centre
Public Transport Directions
Hartlepool Station, turn right into Church Street, proceed to bridge, turn right, cross over bridge - Hartlepool's Maritime Experience approximately 200 yards ahead.
Facilities
Provider Features
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Lift to Fighting Ships and on board HMS Trincomalee. No wheelchair access to top deck of Wingfield Castle. Good quayside access.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 2-6 hours
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Groups welcome
- JCB accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 1000
- Min group size - 2
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free - By prior arrangement.
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities - 4 meeting rooms available which hold variable numbers of people
- Dogs Accepted - Guide dogs only
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted - 4 meeting rooms available which holds variable numbers of people
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Hartlepool's Maritime Experience
Maritime Avenue
Hartlepool
Tees Valley
TS24 0XZ
Tel: +44 01429 523445
Fax: +44 01429 523477
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