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Newport Minster

Church / Chapel

St Thomas Square
NEWPORT
Isle Of Wight
PO30 1SL

Tel: +44 01983 821961

Newport Minster Church - Things to Do, Isle of Wight.

About

Visit Newport Minster to:

• Find the forgotten Princess
• Discover an Elizabethan pirate
• Learn how Queen Victoria got involved
• Go to concerts and exhibitions
• Join in services
• Find a place of peace
• And sample coffees from around the world.

Whether you like history, church buildings, concerts, exhibitions, services of worship or simply a place to be quiet the Minster has something to offer you.

Newport Minster is the Church at the Heart of the Isle of Wight. You’ll find it in the centre of Newport where you can combine a visit with shopping and enjoying the continental atmosphere of the surrounding square.

It’s fascinating history has links to Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House and the Royals. Follow it from the Middle Ages, through Elizabethan times, the Civil War and Queen Victoria right up to the present day. Guided tours (including educational and other groups) are available by contacting the Parish Office but you are also welcome to visit and wander at your own pace too. Information is available in the church in several languages and volunteers are on hand to answer your questions.

Newport Minster is a working church with regular services throughout the week which you are very welcome to join. Exhibitions and concerts are held throughout the year and it is also the venue for many special civic and community services. Please visit the website, www.newportminster.org, to find out more details about all services and events.

The Minster offers a place of peace and refreshment in the centre of the bustling town. People often visit to pray or simply to be quite and we ask all visitors to be respectful of the needs of others.

Finally no visit would be complete with stopping for refreshment at the coffee shop; serving a choice of world coffees, teas and light refreshments.

There is no entry fee however donations are always welcome to help with the upkeep and restoration of this remarkable building.

EDUCATIONAL VISITS are welcome at Newport Minster.

Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Guide Dogs Permitted
Induction Loop System - For services in the main body of the church
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible - Only small areas are not wheelchair accessible.

Catering

On-Site cafe/restaurant - Coffee shop serving World Coffees, Teas and light refreshments
Outdoor eating area
Refreshments Available
Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

Family Friendly, Children Welcome

Establishment Features

All weather attraction
Dogs admitted on a lead
Event Venue - Exhibitions and concerts held throughout the year as well as regular services. See the website for details, www.newportminster.org
Groups welcome
Guided tours by arrangement - Please contact the Parish Office, 01983 821961 or email officemanager@newportminster.org
Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
Live Music - Regular concerts are held including the Island Jazz Festival
Open all year round
Open Christmas - For services
Open on bank holidays
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement - Please contact the Parish Office, 01983 821961 or email officemanager@newportminster.org

Parking & Transport

Parking (charge) - There is a multi-storey car park opposite the square and on street parking.

Payment Methods

Approx length of visit - 1 hour
Groups Accepted
Open by appointment outside normal opening times - Please contact the Parish Office, 01983 821961 or email officemanager@newportminster.org

Provider Preferences

In town/city centre
Indoor Attraction
No Smoking Attraction

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Educational Groups

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport.
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 bus route to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 bus route to Newport.
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

TripAdvisor

Access Information

PARKING

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

Parking provided for visitors

within about 50 metres of the attraction

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

flat, ie. without steps

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

public toilet

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

cafeteria

GENERAL

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

some routes

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users

some routes

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Opening Times

Open Christmas

Opening (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020)
Day	Times

* Monday to Saturday opening times are dependent on services.
Sunday the Church is open for services. Please see the website for details. www.newportminster.org

Newport Minster - Victoria's Island Trail, Newport

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