Centre for WW1 Internment, Knockaloe and Patrick Community Centre - Peel, Isle of Man

El Centre for WW1 Internment, Knockaloe and Patrick Community Centre es un lugar histórico ubicado en la Isla de Man, específicamente en la dirección Patrick Old School Patrick Corner Patrick Village, near, Peel IM5 3AL. Este centro es una excelente opción para aquellos interesados en la historia, la artesanía, los ferrocarriles históricos y los museos militares.

El museo cuenta con una colección que explica el por qué y el cómo de la internación de 24,000 ciudadanos alemanes y austrohúngaros del Reino Unido durante la Primera Guerra Mundial en un campo cerca de Peel. Además, el museo ofrece información sobre lo que hicieron los internados durante su estadía y sobre lo que les sucedió después de la guerra.

El museo es gratuito, pero se aceptan donaciones a través de tarjeta. En el lugar también hay un café y baños limpios. Es una visita recomendada si estás en el área.

Características y servicios adicionales

El museo cuenta con acceso para sillas de ruedas, aparcamiento adaptado y baños adaptados para personas con movilidad reducida. También hay baños y un restaurante en el lugar, lo que lo hace una opción ideal para familias y niños.

Opiniones y calificaciones

Este centro tiene una opinión media de 4.7/5 según 53 valoraciones en Google My Business. Muchos visitantes han elogiado el museo por su presentación clara y bien organizada, su café y sus baños limpios. Además, muchos han destacado la importancia histórica del lugar y la cantidad de información que ofrece.

Recomendación final

Si estás interesado en la historia y la cultura, el Centre for WW1 Internment, Knockaloe and Patrick Community Centre es una visita obligada. Puedes obtener más información en su página web knockaloe.im o llamándolos al teléfono 1624648477.

👍 Opiniones de Centre for WW1 Internment, Knockaloe and Patrick Community Centre

Andrew Long

5/5

Excellent little (and free) museum about the 24,000 Germans and Austria-Hungarian citizens of the UK who were interred in a camp near Peel in World War 1. The well laid out museum explains why they were interned, what they did whilst they were there and what happened to them after the war ended. Although museum is free, you can give them a donation to them using a card. On site is a cafe and some toilets which were very clean. Worth a visit if in area.

Pedro Paulo Moraes

5/5

The Centre for WW1 Internment, Knockaloe and Patrick Community Centre offers a profound and insightful experience for those interested in the history of World War I internment. The centre provides a comprehensive look at the internment camps on the Isle of Man, with well-curated exhibits and detailed accounts that bring this often-overlooked part of history to life. The blend of historical artifacts, personal stories, and informative displays make it an engaging visit for history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. The staff are knowledgeable and passionate, adding depth to the experience with their informative commentary. Set in a welcoming community space, the Centre also serves as a hub for local events, enriching the cultural fabric of the area. Overall, it's a valuable and moving visit, offering both education and reflection on a significant historical period.

Laura

5/5

We visited when the centre was closed but you can download the Knockaloe app and do a self walking tour up the driveway. There are some interesting stories and a lovely little garden at the top.
It is a part of island history that everyone should know about and understand.

Phil Gardner

5/5

We visited the centre as part of family history research into my wife’s great-grandfather who she believed was interned at Knockaloe. We booked a special visit and the reception and service we got from Rachel and Alison was excellent. Rachel had done a lot of research into my wife’s great-grandfather and was able to paint a picture of his internment, life in the camp, repatriation and some of his life after the war. We spent a thoroughly absorbing morning with her and were very grateful for the information she supplied. The centre itself has an amazing set of high quality displays that capture life in the camp as well as telling some of the stories of the internees. If anyone has any interest in WW1, military history or the internment of “aliens” a visit to Knockaloe is a must.

Ray Cleary

5/5

A great museum on probably a not well known subject - internment of of foreign civilians in the Great War. Lovely displays a a very helpful staff. Well worth a visit.

Dr Wat

5/5

If you fancy somewhere a bit different, and want to learn something new (well, I didn't know about this!) about the first world war then this is the place for you. Really interesting exhibition, good interactive display nd staff that are quite friendly. I spent a good hour here and quite enjoyed myself but also had quite a thought provoking experience

Fiona Willis

5/5

Always a fascinating place with new information constantly added. Particularly interesting temporary display about sport in the internment camp and especially Joseph Pilates.

Colin Needle

5/5

A great place to visit to understand the history if this camp and how vast it was