Maritime museums in Wales

The South Stack Lighthouse is a prominent landmark located on the small island of South Stack, which is situated to the northwest of Holy Island, in Wales. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a lighthouse in a picturesque and remote setting. The island is accessible and provides a unique experience of the Welsh coastline.

The Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, situated in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, South West Wales, holds the distinction of being the oldest independent museum in Wales. This historical significance adds to the charm and appeal of the museum, making it a noteworthy destination for tourists interested in Welsh history and culture.

The Holyhead Maritime Museum is situated in Holyhead, North Wales. It is housed in a building that is believed to be the oldest Lifeboat station in Wales, constructed around 1858. This historical setting adds a unique charm to the museum, making it a fascinating place to explore the maritime history of the region.

Mission Gallery, located in Swansea, is a contemporary visual and applied arts gallery. It hosts a variety of art forms including contemporary art, painting, installation, photography, and craft. This diverse range of exhibits offers visitors a chance to explore and appreciate different forms of artistic expression.

The Milford Haven Museum is a maritime and heritage museum located in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. It was opened in 1991 and offers a deep dive into the maritime history of the town. The museum's exhibitions explore the fishing and oil industries that have shaped the area over the years.

The Monmouth Museum was closed during the COVID-19 pandemic and did not reopen. However, in 2021, the Monmouthshire County Council announced plans to relocate the museum collection to the Shire Hall in Agincourt Square. This move is part of a five-year project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with the new museum expected to open by 2027.

Porthmadog Maritime Museum is a museum in Porthmadog. The museum features exhibits related to Social History and Maritime.

Lleyn Historical and Maritime Museum is a museum in Nefyn. The museum features exhibits related to: fine art, maritime, social history and personalities.

The Moelfre RNLI Seawatch has an Oakley Lifeboat inside the building and loads of history about the Moelfre Lifeboat and ship wrecks that are local to the village.

Porthcawl Museum is a museum in Porthcawl. The museum features exhibits related to: maritime, costume and textiles, social history, weapons and war, archaeology, land transport and archives. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: 49th reconnaissance regiment and welsh guards.

Rhyl Library Museum and Arts Centre is a museum in Rhyl. The museum features exhibits related to: land transport, maritime, medicine and social history.

Carmarthen's Town Museum and Gallery is located in Carmarthen Regional Library. The Library's listed facade once formed part of Furnace House, home to the Morgan dynasty of iron masters. The Library itself offers a range of services for library users. Carmarthen Town Museum features exhibits related