Priestgate Vaults Tour

Type:Guided Tour

Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery, Priestgate, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1LF

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A photograph of a dimly lit corridor within the Museum's cellars.

About

Venture down into the Museum's cellars to see the only surviving remains of the Tudor house which once stood in its place. From the grand home of a wealthy Tudor family, to the city's first infirmary, explore layers of history rarely seen by the public. Brought to life through projections and characters from this buildings history, the tour will take you through 500 years of stories.

The Priestgate Vaults are accessed via a steep set of stairs and are inaccessible to wheelchair users. Projections, flashing lights and loud noises are used during the tour. Not recommended for children under 8 years.

Tours last approximately 40 minutes.

Guide Prices

£5 adults, £3.50 children

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Opening Times

Season (4 Jan 2025 - 3 Jan 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday11:00 - 11:45
Season (7 Jan 2025 - 6 Jan 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday11:00 - 11:45
Season (8 Jan 2025 - 7 Jan 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday14:30 - 15:15

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