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House of Manannan

Type:Museum

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House of Manannan Viking Ship

About

The legendary sea god Manannan will guide you through the Island’s rich Celtic, Viking and maritime past from its origins as the centre of the Kingdom of Mann and the Isles, through to the busy fishing ports of the 19th Century and the beginnings of the Island's Steam Packet Company.

Journey through life-size reconstructions and film shows that start in the Celtic roundhouse, see the replica Viking ship Odin’s Raven that was sailed from Norway in 1979 and discover a time when the Island was at the centre of a powerful sea kingdom.

During your journey from past to present you’ll also come face to face with characters telling you stories and superstitions from the Island’s past, complete with atmospheric sounds, sights and smells that will allow you to immerse yourself in the Island's vibrant history. 

Guide Prices

Adults £14 – all visitors have the option to make a voluntary donation of £1.50 at point of entry
Students £5.50 (over 18 with a valid Student Card)
Children FREE (children aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult)

Your admission:
• All admission tickets for the House of Manannan have the option to make a voluntary donation of £1.50 to Manx National Heritage (Isle of Man registered charity no. 603). This donation directly supports the ongoing conservation and management of the Isle of Man’s most significant historic buildings, landscapes, archives and museum collections. Should you wish to opt out of this voluntary contribution, please inform a member of staff at the ticket desk at the time of purchase.
• Children aged 16 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
• Some special events may incur an additional admission charge.
• Student discount is available on production of a valid student card.
• Group discounts are available to pre-booked group visitors of 15 or more paying visitors booked 7 days in advance.
• Holiday & Annual Passes – admission is only permitted on production of a valid card. Cards are valid for the named person and are not transferable. ID may also be requested. Free access is for 14 days from the first day of use on a Holiday Pass and 1 Year from first date of use on an Annual Pass for Isle of Man residents.
• Free admission available to children under 18 years of age, persons accompanying a disabled visitor, GO Explore Heritage Friends of Manx National Heritage Card holders & reciprocal organisations.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Disabled Accessibility
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp / Level Access
  • Wheelchair accessible

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant

Leisure Facilities

  • Shop

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking available
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • Accepts major credit and debit cards
  • Approx length of visit - 2.5h
  • Delta accepted
  • Groups Accepted - Please email groups.mnh@mnh.im for more information
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

  • Accept coach parties
  • Available for wedding receptions - Please visit: https://manxnationalheritage.im/visit-2/venue-hire/ for more information
  • Conference facilities - Please visit: https://manxnationalheritage.im/visit-2/venue-hire/ for more information
  • Event Venue - Please visit: https://manxnationalheritage.im/visit-2/venue-hire/ for more information
  • Group Friendly
  • Toilets
  • TT & Biker Friendly

Provider Features

  • In town/city centre - What 3 Words: https://what3words.com/pink.directly.lucky
  • Indoor Attraction
  • No Smoking Attraction

Target Markets

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed Towards Children
  • Marketed Towards Families
  • Marketed towards Groups - Please email groups.mnh@mnh.im for more information
  • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
  • Marketed Towards Students / Youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted - Please visit: https://manxnationalheritage.im/learn/school-visits/ or email schoolvisits@mnh.im for more information

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Min group size numeric qualifier - 15
  • Wi-fi available

Venue Facilities

  • WiFi Available
Mill Road, Peel, IM5 1TA
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Awards

  • AccoladesUNESCO Biosphere Partner UNESCO Biosphere Partner 2021

Opening Times

Open all year round (2 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* Open daily from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Last entry 4pm

Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Guided group tours can be accommodated on request.

Map & Directions

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