The Nautical Museum Displays

About

Uncover the story of the inventive George Quayle and his most significant surviving creation Peggy, the earliest known example of a British armed yacht. Find out what excavations revealed about nautical life in Castletown and the exploits and ingenuity of George Quayle who designed his own cabin room and private dock. Hear about the work we are doing to conserve Peggy to ensure she survives her third century.

Guide Prices

Adults £11 – 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)

Castletown Tours – Wednesdays & Saturdays 12pm or 2pm
• Adults £15 – all visitors have the option to make a voluntary donation of £1.50 at point of booking
• Students £7.50 (over 18 with a valid Student Card)
• Children FREE (children aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult)
Book your place to visit the Old House of Keys, Nautical Museum & Old Grammar School via our online shop or at the Nautical Museum or Castle Rushen Shop

Your admission:
• All admission tickets for the Nautical Museum 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

  • Ramp / Level Access

Leisure Facilities

  • Shop

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free) - Disc-zone parking

Payment Methods

  • Accepts major credit and debit cards
  • Approx length of visit - 1h
  • Groups Accepted - Please email groups.mnh@mnh.im for more information
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times
  • Special group rates
  • Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

  • Accept coach parties - Recommend pre-booking - please email groups.mnh@mnh.im for more information
  • Group Friendly

Provider Features

  • In town/city centre
  • 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

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted - Please visit: https://manxnationalheritage.im/nautical-museum-school-visits/ or email schoolvisits@mnh.im
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups - Please email groups.mnh@mnh.im for more information

Travel & Trade

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

Contact

Bridge Street, Castletown, IM9 1AX

Tel: +44 (0) 1624 824186

Awards

  • AccoladesUNESCO Biosphere Partner UNESCO Biosphere Partner 2021

Opening Times

Open Saturday – Wednesday, 12pm – 4pm (27 Mar 2025 - 2 Nov 2025)

* Closed Thursdays and Fridays

Last entry to the Nautical Museum is half an hour before the site closes (3.30pm)

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