Penlee House Gallery & Museum

An arty fish textured facade outside a cornish fishmarket in Cornwall

Overview

The only Cornish gallery specialising in the Newlyn School artists, the museum also covers West Cornwall's social history.

Visit the Gallery's website

What makes it special

  • Study the works of the Newlyn School Artists
  • View items from local archaeological sites covering each of the main periods
  • See what the Education and Outreach Services has on when you visit

Opening Times

Winter (1 November to 31 March)
Mon to Sat - 10:00 to 16:30 (last admission 16.00)

Summer (1 April to 31 October)
Mon to Sat - 10:00 to 17.00 (last admission 16.30)

Price

Admission Charges

£5.00 adults
£4.00 concessions
Penzance Pass & U18s FREE

Hostels nearby

Penlee House Gallery & Museum

Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4HE

Map references

OS Map:
203
OS Grid Ref:
SW470300
Lat/Lng:
50.116304, -5.539865

Contact information

Phone:
01736 363625

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