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Oliver Cromwell's House Oliver Cromwell's House

Oliver Cromwell's House

Visit the former Lord Protector's family home. Experience what domestic life would have been like in the 17th Century in a variety of re-created period rooms as well an exhibition detailing the Civil War. Visit Mrs Cromwell's kitchen, try dressing-up or playing with the toys of the time or venture into the Haunted Bedroom if you dare!

Audio handsets bring the story of this impressive House to life. Guided tours and group visits welcome. Also Gift Shop and Tourist Information Centre.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Cash Point Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled toilets Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Welcome Host Regional Tourist Board Member Children welcomeDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Facilities for hearing impairedFacilities for visually impairedGuided tours for groupsGuided tours for individualsSmoking not allowed

Prices


Admission charges to Oliver Cromwell's House are:
Adults £4.50, Concessions £4, Children £3.10, Family ticket £13.
Pre-booked group rates for Oliver Cromwell's House with costume guide Adults £3.60, Concessions £3.30.
We can also expand this tour offer by providing morning coffee, buffet lunches or afternoon teas. In addition you may wish to combine a house tour with a walking tour of Ely. Some of our tours available are:
Guided walking tour of the Historical City of Ely
Guided walking Riverside Tour
Guided walking Architectural Tour
Ghost Tours
Ghost Walks
We can also combine the above tours with visits to other Ely attractions such as Ely Cathedral.
Please call our Tours Officer to discuss your requirements and see how we can tailor make your visit.





Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Sun 1 Nov 2009 - Wed 31 Mar 2010 Mon - Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Thu 1 Apr 2010 - Sun 31 Oct 2010 Mon - Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Mon 1 Nov 2010 - Thu 31 Mar 2011 Mon - Fri 11:00 to 16:00 | Sat 10:00 to 17:00 | Sun 11:00 to 16:00
Christmas Day, Boxing Day closed
New Year's Day closed
Notes Closed Christmas, Boxing Day and New Years.
Last entry admission to Oliver Cromwell's House 1 hour before closing.
Admission times may also be limited to Oliver Cromwell's House subject to pre-booked groups visiting the house.
We advise that you contact Oliver Cromwell's House prior to arrival.
   
Oliver Cromwell's House
 
 

Contact

Ely Tourist Information Centre
Tel: 01353 662062
View the Oliver Cromwell's House websitewww.olivercromwellshouse.co.uk
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Venue

Oliver Cromwell's House

29 St Mary's Street, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4HF

View the Oliver Cromwell's House websitewww.olivercromwellshouse.co.uk

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Map reference: TL 537801


By Road:
Ely is easily accessed by road via the A10 or A142 off the A14. Car parking is Ely is free with disabled parking allocation in car parks and central Ely.

By Public Transport:
There is also a centrally located railway station, with good links to the rest of the region that makes Ely ideally situated to use as a base whilst visiting Cambridge, Newmarket, Norwich or the Norfolk Coast. We look forward to welcoming you!

Accessible by Public Transport : 1 mile from Ely station

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Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors

Notes

  • We are a listed building and hence have a limited access