This survey is part of a consultation we are carrying out looking at online access to our cultural, art and heritage collections through the 'New Conversations' project. We are keen to hear your views about what you would like to see online from the Museum, in particular how the objects in our collections can best be presented to you digitally for your learning and enjoyment.

The survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. Anything you tell us will be kept confidential, is anonymous and will only be used for research purposes. In compliance with GDPR, your data will be stored securely and will only be used for the purposes it was given.

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Supporters circle Report

Join our Supporters Circle as a Townshend, Peckover or Clarkson patron by setting up a Standing Order to donate to us each month. We believe passionately that this resource of international importance belongs to the people of Fenland and their children who should be able to access it whenever they like.

Home activities Report

Arts Award is a set of awards for children and young people aged 25 and under that gets them involved in and excited about arts and culture and celebrates their creative achievements. This unique qualification is managed by Trinity College London in association with Arts Council England. It is currently free to take part in our Arts Award Discover and receive your certificate thanks to support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Your visit Report

Known as the Jewel of the Fens, Wisbech and Fenland Museum offers an inspiring visit - its interior Victorian Museum and library has survived intact since originally opening in 1847 as a purpose-built site for Wisbech Literary Society and Museum Society collections of ethnography, natural history, geology, archaeology, decorative arts and paintings.

Collections Report

Today we collect, care for and interpret the natural and cultural heritage of Wisbech and the surrounding Fenland. These collections comprise agricultural implements, drainage tools, hunting and fishing equipment and as such reflect Fenland culture and economy up until mechanisation in the mid 20th century.

Archives Report

The Museum holds a substantial archive containing the following resources: parish registers, local government records, manorial records, directories, photographs, maps and more. We have around 650 historic maps and plans of Cambridgeshire and the Fens, the earliest of which dates back to c. 1590. In this collection autograph means 'hand writing' and not, as it is commonly understood to mean, 'signature'.

Reviews (17)

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Steph Dimock

Dec 19, 2020

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Came along to the Christmas craft session today, my children loved it and enjoyed walking around the museum as did me and my husband! So much thought and effort went into this activity.

Samantha Eagling

Oct 27, 2020

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My little one had a great time today exploring the collections looking for Wally and creating these Halloween lanterns in our bubble session. Thank you for putting on these events at a time when everything else seems to be online only. Great family time, outside of the house, indoors.

Formula One Fix

Sep 20, 2020

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At the time of my arrival the museum was not open due to Covid-19. I will hopefully go back one day to visit. Looks nice, from the outside

Gilly Kim Jarvis

Aug 22, 2020

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I adore this museum, it's in my home town and is such a treasure to visit. There's something for everyone, and even though I've been many times over the years it's always worth another visit.

Richard Hunt

Aug 20, 2020

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Very interesting small museum set in a really architecturally wonderful setting. Amazing if you're interested in history. Very nice people, Andy K, chatty and informative.

Paul Mcgregor

May 05, 2020

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This museum is packed with items of local , national and international interest. Whilst it is compact in size, visitors need to set aside several hours to get around all of it and even then you feel that you need to come back for more.

Susan Law

Jan 11, 2020

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My 4yr old son and I had a great time at the Dinosaur event, great making sessions and games to involve the kids with lovely staff and volunteers! Thank you!

Asmarrah L. E. Bedford

Nov 15, 2019

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As a historian and descendant of slaves, it was wonderful to see Clarkson’s chest in person.

Amelia Brooks

Oct 29, 2019

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We visited when the spooky night at the museum was on and all I can say was fantastic night for the kiddies.well done 😁 and thank you for picking my daughter to win the fancy dress she loved dressing up as a mummy and had a great night !

Marie Dines

Oct 27, 2019

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Excellent! we visit regular,a lovely victorian museum with friendly staff

G. Monger

Sep 30, 2019

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The museum has a good range of events and activities.
No need to climb the steps.
There is a rear entrance (via Wilderness Walk off Market Street) which leads to the lifts that can access the different floors. Press the bell and the door will be unlocked.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm .

Yvonne Hardman

Sep 18, 2019

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Lovley little museum ! my husband uses a mobility scooter and the gentleman was extremely helpful giving us access ! very disabled friendly ! and it's free! but I did leave a donation as they were so kind

Alex Wilson

Sep 12, 2019

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Extremely quirky museum, full of interesting local and world artefacts from prehistoric times to the more recent. Well worth a visit

Emma McGregor

Aug 15, 2019

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A big thankyou to the wonderful team at the museum who hosted the summer holiday club. My daughter had such a wonderful few days learning about Egyptians and fossils, we would love to return next year. Highly recommended 😊

Peter Hilland Yoga

Jul 26, 2019

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I have lived in Wisbech for 16 years and had never been in the museum. Turns out it it a lot better than I imagined. There are some really interesting Egyptian artifacts along with lots of local history. They had some activities on for kids,which I think is a regular thing. All in all this place is a little gem in Wisbech

Brian Turner

Sep 24, 2018

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A total surprise, a fascinating museum, very much "old style" and all the better for that, loads of things to see, even the look of the museum is part of the history you see, long may it stay just as it is, well worth a visit.

Michael Farris

Jun 20, 2018

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A fine museum of the old school variety. Tens of thousands of artifacts behind wavy glass cases. It's ideal for the quick visit to see a few items of local interest at a time.
In an odd way, it's ideal for children. It doesn't require attention span to enjoy and wisely there is good dinosaur section!
The slave trade exhibit is handled well. Few politics and much empathy. Children will grasp the essentials quickly.
For adults the displays are eclectic and well connected to Fens life of the last few thousand years. It would take dozens of visits to check out each item.
For those wanting serious

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