Visit Us

OPENING:

We are open from Easter to Christmas: Saturdays 10.30am to 4.30pm, Sundays 1.30 to 4.30pm.

In June, July and August, we are also open: Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 1.30 to 4.30pm.

Please check our website and social media pages for updates or call us on 01206 307 121.

ACCESSIBILITY

Wheelchair friendly access. Easy access to exhibits (including interactive). Accessible toilet facilities.

GIFT SHOP

Don't forget to check out our Beach Hut Gift Shop for a souvenir of your visit or a special gift.

BRIGHTLINGSEA MUSEUM
Dove House, Station Rd, Brightlingsea, Colchester CO7 0DT

DIRECTIONS

Brightlingsea is located on the Essex coast between Colchester and Clacton. From the A12 north or south, exit at Junction 29 on to the A120, leaving at the next junction on to the A133. Turn right at the roundabout, then left at the crossroads in Frating. Follow the B1029 into the town.

PARKING & AMENITIES:
There is plenty of on-street parking in the surrounding area. Car parks are situated at Victoria Place and Promenade Way. We also have limited accessible parking - please contact us to book a space.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
FIRST BUS NUMBER 87 runs regularly from Colchester and stops directly outside the museum. The KONECT BUS NUMBER 78 (timetable) runs from Clacton Monday - Saturday.