TRAVELLING TO THE MUSEUM

East Grinstead Museum is just behind the town’s historic High Street on Old Market Yard, Cantelupe Road.

If you are traveling by bus, the nearest bus stops are in the High Street only a three minute walk from the Museum. Alight on the High Street and walk the short distance to Cantelupe Road – the Museum is on the right when coming from this direction.

If you are traveling by car there is limited on street parking available in Cantelupe Road. The nearest car park is opposite Chequer Mead Arts Centre. There is a charge for parking.

If you are traveling by train, East Grinstead train station is a ten-fifteen minute walk. If you are walking from the railway station:

1. Come out of the Railway Station and cross at ‘Brooklands Road’ traffic lights. Turn left and walk on to Railway Approach (you will see Mid-Sussex Timber on your left).
2. At the mini roundabout turn right into London Road.
3. Continue up London Road and cross at the traffic lights to turn left onto King Street.
4. Cross the road and, (still on King Street) almost immediately after turn right to go up Institute Walk.
5. At the top of Institute Walk, turn right onto Cantelupe Road.
6. Continue down Cantelupe Road and you will find the Museum on the left, set back from the road, opposite the Sportsman pub.

East Grinstead Museum
Old Market Yard
Cantelupe Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex RH19 3BJ

t: 01342 302233
e: info@eastgrinsteadmuseum.org.uk

Opening Times:
Wednesday to Sundays: 10am to 4pm
Bank Holidays: 10am to 4pm

We hold public events some Mondays and Tuesdays, please see our  Events and Exhibitions Pages for more details.

ACCESSIBILITY

All of the Museum's public areas are based on the ground floor, with step free access, and are fully accessible by wheelchair users.

The Museum is an accredited museum and has been recognised by the East Grinstead Access Group as an accessible venue. Stewards are on hand should you require assistance.We look forward to welcoming you. If you have any queries or require any assistance please phone 01342 302233 or email info@eastgrinsteadmuseum.org.uk

Displays & Exhibits

There are interactive touch screens; that can be accessed form a sitting or standing position. The main text panels are in clear large text and can be read from a standing or sitting position. There is special text with an iguanodon icon on each panel for under 8's. Large print versions of the text and object labels are available. Stewards are on hand to assist with using the Computer and looking at books in the Research Room.

Public Toilet

There is a unisex accessible toilet with level access to the toilet from the gallery. There are vertical rails either side of the toilet and basin and there are is a horizontal rail on the side wall adjacent to the toilet. There is colour contrast with critical surfaces; floor, wall tiles and fixtures are different colours. The flooring is non-slip vinyl and there is florescent lighting. There is an emergency alarm pull cord. There are lever taps on the basins.

Read our access statement HERE

FAMILY INFORMATION

East Grinstead Museum provides a fun and fascinating day out.

Our exhibition spaces contain something for all the family and present a fully interactive and engaging experience, combining film, sound, images and intriguing objects and artefacts.

Our ‘Rebuilding Bodies and Souls’ exhibition tells the story of Archibald McIndoe and the Guninea Pig Club, with supporting activity packs to help children make the most of their visit.

Our comfortable and well-resourced research room provides an opportunity to explore a wealth of archive material representing the rich history of the town.

Conclude your visit by browsing our well stocked gift shop.

EXPLORING EAST GRINSTEAD

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