The House of Manannan

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4.5

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The House of Manannan is a purpose built heritage centre built around Peel’s former Railway Station. It is operated by Manx National Heritage. The House of Manannan uses modern interpretation and display techniques to create an enjoyable and interactive visit exploring the Island’s Celtic, Viking and maritime history. Displays include life sized reconstructions of a Celtic roundhouse and Viking Longhouse; a two thirds scale Viking longship returning from battle; a theatre exploring the stories behind the Island’s stone crosses; a nineteenth century Peel street scene complete with traditional sights and smells from the Manx kipper yard; and a host of local maritime stories. The main galleries of the House of Manannan are housed within a modern purpose built heritage centre, spread over three floors. There is lift access between each floor and staff are available to assist as required.

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stephenunderwood

Jan 2020

4.5

Great accessible museum

Great museum that is fully accessible and very informative All levels have lift access Extremely helpful staff Disabled toilet on ground floor but no changing places toilet yet😐

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Disabled Access Information Provided by The House of Manannan

Disabled Access at The House of Manannan

Access to the House of Manannan is through a double width glass door and then a set of automated double glass doors. The glass door is heavy and not automated. The main entrance is completely level. The main galleries of the House of Manannan are housed within a modern purpose built heritage centre, spread over three floors. There is lift access between each floor and staff are available to assist as required.

Disabled access

Accessible parking at The House of Manannan

The House of Manannan has a large car park to the rear of the building which is free to access. There are three designated disabled parking spaces in the car park. There is a dropped curb. The disabled parking bay is 100m from the main entrance. The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance. Assistance may be required because of the textured, uneven slab surfaces on the pavements and forecourt.

Dedicated on site parking

Toilets features at The House of Manannan

The House of Manannan has one standard unisex accessible toilet to the right of the main entrance. There is level access to the toilet with with outward opening door and twist lock. Further details. Left hand lateral transfer space (80cm), with a left hand drop down rail, there are wall mounted rails, there is a lower level sink with lever mixer tap, there is a functional emergency alarm available, disposal facilities are available in the cubicle, mirrors are placed at a lower level and there is a hand dryer.

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.

Accessible services at The House of Manannan

Assistive listening system - Hearing Loop

There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.

Assistance dog facilities

Other features at The House of Manannan

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available for customers.

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For additional detailed accessibility information, please contact: enquiries@mnh.gov.im

The House of Manannan

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Disabled Access Information Provided by The House of Manannan

Disabled Access at The House of Manannan

Accessible parking at The House of Manannan

Toilets features at The House of Manannan

Accessible services at The House of Manannan

Other features at The House of Manannan

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