Museum of Electricity
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Established in 1981, this museum houses one of the most extensive collections of historic electrical equipment in Great Britain. The building dates from 1903 and used to be the town's power station. It has been carefully restored and provides an ideal backcloth to more than 700 exhibits. Large domestic collection and `hands on' items for children in conjunction with school curriculum. Bournemouth tramcar of 1914 now on display.
Bargates
Christchurch
Dorset
BH23 1QE
Tel: +44 (0)1202 480467
Fax: +44 (0)1202 480468
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A31. Left at Ringwood onto B3347, left onto A35. Straight on at next three roundabout. Eight hundred yards on left after railway bridge.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Christchurch. Turn left on leaving station then right into Bargates, 800yds down on left.
Opening Times
01/04/2012 to 30/09/2012
- Monday 12:00 - 16:30
- Tuesday 12:00 - 16:30
- Wednesday 12:00 - 16:30
- Thursday 12:00 - 16:30
* The above dates are approximate dates only.
The museum is open from Easter to the end of September, Monday to Thursday, and also on Friday during local school holidays and half terms.
Guided tours for schools and community groups can be arranged by
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