Natural History Museum
London SW7
magnificent building housing 80 million specimens from across the natural world, arranged in four zones around a giant central hall
Flambards
Helston
major family-friendly attraction with walk-through historic street scenes, theme park rides and special exhibitions
well-presented railway museum, largest in the world, with a wide-ranging appeal beyond the railway enthusiast
Science Museum
London SW7
famous for its interactive exhibits, this museum has seven floors of exhibits covering the development of science and technology
Warwick Castle
Warwick
packed with over 1000 years of history and set in splendid grounds, there is plenty to see and do including State Rooms, dungeons and falconry
Dover Castle
Dover
spectacular setting atop the White Cliffs of Dover, this large fortress includes a Roman lighthouse and secret wartime tunnels
Jorvik Viking Centre
York
multi-media ride through a realistic reconstruction of the sights, sounds and smells of the 10th century Viking settlement on this site
Madame Tussauds
London NW1
famous waxwork museum, displaying effigies of celebrities, royalty, historic figures and sports stars, with photo-ops alongside your favourites
Royal Cornwall Museum
Truro
diverse collections, mainly relating to Cornwall's heritage including the Rashleigh mineral collection
Mary Rose Museum
Portsmouth
Imaginatively displayed with interaction exhibits telling the story of this favourite ship of Henry Vlllth, featuring weapons, tools and possessions of the men who sailed her
SS Great Britain
Bristol
beautifully restored first world class ocean liner with First Class Dining Saloon, steerage quarters, Engine Room and audio visual exhibits of passengers' lives
Weald & Downland Living Museum
Chichester
rescuing and conserving historic buildings, teaching traditional trades and crafts to ensure their preservation and sharing the untold stories of rural life
Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
Porthcurno
Victorian international telegraph cable hub, once the largest telegraph station in the world, now a communications technology museum
unique china clay mining museum with "historic" or "nature" trails and view into working pit, with interactive displays with Cornwall's largest working waterwheel. children's trail and play area
Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
Sheffield
authentic 18th century scythe works with waterwheels and tilt hammers. The house, workshops, crucible steel furnace, waterwheels and dam create a unique atmosphere of life in centuries long past
Alnwick Castle
Alnwick
dating back to the fourteenth century and closely associated with many historical events. Now best known as one of the locations for the Harry Potter films
Amberley Museum
Arundel
lots to keep all the family busy here. From transport and industrial heritage to nature trails and craft workers
Arkwright's Cromford Mill
Matlock
Cromford Mills is the home of Sir Richard Arkwright’s first mill complex. Boasting powered machinery, a large workforce and factory village, this site became the model for others throughout Britain and abroad
At-Bristol
Bristol
one of the UK's leading science and discovery centres. The hands-on science centre Explore, and its planetarium, offer an amazing world of hands-on discovery - where exploration and education go hand in hand with an unforgettable, fun day
Barleylands Farm Museum
Billericay
with a wide range of farm animals, exotics and birds of prey, with indoor and outdoor play to keep all ages happy
covering 125 million years of history, with displays including dinosaur footprints and a Saxon battle-axe believed to be a unique relic from the Battle of Hastings
maintained by the RAF, visitors can admire the only flying Lancaster Bomber in Europe, as well as Spitfires, Hurricanes and a Douglas Dakota
Beamish Open Air Museum
Stanley
a living working experience of life as it was in the early 1800s and 1900s complete with shops, pubs and horse drawn carriages and trams
Beckford's Tower
Bath
designed in 1825 and completed in 1827 for William Beckford. The 120 foot tower, has uninterrupted views of the countryside, and was was constructed as a study retreat and to house Beckford's precious collection of art and rare books
Birmingham Back to Backs
Birmingham
experience an evocative and intimate insight into living in Back to Back housing from the1840s to the 19790s
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Birmingham
vast collections, telling the story of the last 400,000 years of history. The art galleries include the world-famous Pre-Raphaelite collection, the largest in the country
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
Blackburn
collections covering fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, coins, manuscripts, natural history, social history and South Asia with hands on interactive displays for children
Blaise Castle House Museum
Henbury
situated in the beautiful parkland of the Blaise Estate at Henbury, the Museum is housed in a late eighteenth century mansion. Here you can see all sorts of familiar - and not so familiar - items from homes through history
Blists Hill Victorian Town
Telford
part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, where all the staff dress in period costume, with a host of restored Victorian buildings including shops, factories and schools
Blue Hills Tin Streams
St. Agnes
mentioned as far back as 300BC and is strongly woven into the lives of the Cornish people. This is the sole tin mine still producing tin items
Bodmin Keep
Bodmin
fascinating displays of military weapons, uniforms, medals, badges. The collections ranging from the Battle of Waterloo to the Berlin Wall
Bodmin Town Museum
Bodmin
from minerals and fossils to a representation of a Cornish kitchen, WWII, the fire service, wildlife and law and order
Booth Museum of Natural History
Brighton
with over half a million specimens, such as dinosaur bones, butterflies and stuffed birds. There are many hands-on activities, and several temporary exhibitions.
piston aircraft - military jets - Vulcan bomber nose section - helicopter - engines - flight simulator - regular events
Brighton Fishing Museum
Brighton
Discover a Brighton of the past: a bustling little fishing village on the south coast which was transformed into a fashionable seaside resort through a series of audio-visual displays, artefacts and exhibits, including several boats
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Brighton
containing an impressive collection of art deco, art nouveau and fine art paintings with many historical artefacts from around the world. The museum also hosts a wide range of temporary exhibitions
Bronte Parsonage Museum
Keighley
the home of the famous Brontë family containing the world's most comprehensive collection of Brontë manuscripts, letters, early editions of the novels and poetry
the only science centre, including museum solely devoted to chemistry and how the products of chemistry are used in every day life - from medicines to meccano, with 4 interactive galleries with over 100 different exhibits to tug, tease and test
Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum
Skinningrove
celebrates the history of a long lost industry and the stories of the everyday people involved in mining
Coventry Transport Museum
Coventry
opened in 1980, the current collection of vehicles is acknowledged as one of the finest in the world, and the largest in public ownership
Cromford Mill
Matlock
the mills date from the eighteenth century and the story of how cotton changed our lives is told through interactive displays
Dales Countryside Museum
Hawes
with events, demonstrations of traditional crafts and changing exhibitions telling the story of the Yorkshire Dales, landscape and people, past and present
Derwent Pencil Museum
Keswick
local graphite mining led to the growth of the pencil industry. The museum gives an in depth guide to pencils and pencil making down the centuries
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
Grimsby
carefully crafted sets and original preserved trawler interiors capture the atmosphere and essence of a remarkable way of life
Locomotion
Shildon
explore the rich seam of local railway history and discover how the railways have changed all our lives, with a model railway to please all enthusiasts
Mr Straw's House
Worksop
step back to the 1920s and discover how a grocer's family lived in a Midlands market town through their furnishings and household objects
Museum of Cider
Hereford
founded in 1973 to preserve the history of cider making. The extensive collection includes cider mills, presses and advertising memorabilia
Museum of Liverpool
Liverpool
Explore Liverpool’s fascinating, diverse history, from port to sport, in this modern, purpose-built waterfront museum.
Museum of the Gorge
Telford
part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, this is a good place to start your visit which gives an interactive overview of all the World Heritage Site
National Coal Mining Mueuem for England
Wakefield
go 140m underground to England's last deep coal mine, with 14 galleries to explore and blacksmiths to chat to and an adventure playground for children
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Falmouth
harbour-side Museum telling the story of Cornwall's rich maritime heritage - promotes an understanding of boats & their place in people's lives
Osborne House
East Cowes
Queen Victoria's palatial holiday home offering a treasured insight with a visit to the private apartments and the Swiss Cottage where the children played
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Ravenglass
historic narrow gauge railway, located in the Western part of the Lake District National Park with two main stations, Ravenglass and Dalegarth
Rotunda Museum
Scarborough
dedicated to the local, coastal geology which has yielded many of Britains most important dinosaur fossils, with original Victorian exhibits and modern hands on galleries
Sammy Miller Motorbike Museum
New Milton
housing one of the finest collections of fully restored motorcycles in the world, including factory racers and exotic prototypes
Streetlife Museum
Hull
experience 200 years of transport history walking down a 1940’s high street, board a tram or enjoy the pleasures of the carriage ride
Sussex Toy & Model Museum
Brighton
The heart of the Museum is its central 1930s gauge 0 model railway layout, there are also model airplanes and period slot machines
The Bowes Museum
Barnard Castle
a treasure trove of objets' d'art including the famous silver swan automaton surrounded by luxurious gardens and parklands with children's play area
The Historic Dockyard
Chatham
formerly a Royal Navy dockyard and now the most complete dockyard museum from the Age of Sail with inter-active exhibits for all ages
The Museum of Witchcraft
Boscastle
world's largest collection of witchcraft-related artefacts and regalia demonstrating the historical beliefs and practices of whithces and magicians
The National Museum of the Royal Navy
Hartlepool
visit an authentic 18th century seaport and the spectacular HMS Trincomalee. See how tradesmen like tailors, printers and instrument makers earned a wage
The Roald Dahl Museum
Great Missenden
3 galleries, packed with activities perfect for 6 to 12 year olds. Find out about Roald Dahl's school pranks and peek into the author's original Writing Hut
The Wensleydale Creamery
Hawes
a family interactive experience where the visitor can learn about cheese, watch demonstrations and try out some cheese
World of Rugby Museum
Twickenham
a collection of over 41,000 rugby related exhibits supplemented by a regular programme of special exhibitions
York Castle Museum
York
popular museum covering everyday life through the centuries, best known for its reconstructed Victorian street
a family-friendly museum exploring social history and childhood in Victorian era Leeds with a street of shops and workplaces. There are also exhibits explaining the Suffragette Campaigns
Abbey Pumping Station
Leicester
set in a former Victorian sewerage works with displays of beam engines, showcasing Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage
Admiral Blake Museum
Bridgwater
featuring artefacts and displays from the Civil War and a section on the history of Bridgewater. Admiral Blake is renowned as the founder of the modern British navy
Bodmin Jail
Bodmin
gain an insight into the Cornish penal life over the centuries. This includes evening ghost walks and a look into the cold, dank cells
telling the story of one of the world’s greatest navigators and mariners through themed display galleries, associated activities and events and a lively education programme
Chiltern Open Air Museum
Chalfont St. Giles
focusing on vernacular buildings – the past houses and workplaces of ordinary people that are gradually disappearing from the landscape
Coalport China Museum
Telford
part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, including the national collections of Caughley and Coalport china and where demonstration workshops are given
Finch Foundry
Sticklepath
The doorway to Dartmoor's industrial past with the sights, sounds and smells of three thundering water wheels powering massive hammers, shears and sharpening stone
Flatford
East Bergholt
this charming hamlet was the inspiration for many of Constable's paintings, famously 'The Hay Wain' and 'Flatford Mill'
Hill Top Farmhouse
Near Sawrey
surrounded by a picturesque garden, Beatrix Potter's beloved farm house was the source of inspiration for many of her famous stories
Hollytrees Museum
Colchester
enjoy 300 years of history through hands-on exhibits and displays. Discover what family life was life for the rich and the poor. Then be transported back to the days before washing machines to try out a dolly peg and dress up as a servant
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Bishop Auckland
set in stunning landscape and famous for its iconic working water wheel, offering an insight to lead mining history, with scenic walks and amazing wildlife
high tech King Richard lll museum exploring the story of the last Plantagenet king including visiting the site of the grave where he was recently found
Laurel & Hardy Museum
Ulverston
started as a small private collection, which quickly outgrew its original premises, this new, spacious museum was opened in 2009
Museum of English Rural Life
Reading
housing designated collections of national importance covering agriculture, crafts and rural life with children friendly exhibits
Museum of Iron
Telford
part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, illustrating how ground breaking, Victorian technology smelt iron with coke resulting in the world's first iron bridge
National Space Centre
Leicester
the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space, including the iconic Rocket Tower, the UK’s largest domed planetarium and lots of interactive fun
Penlee House Gallery & Museum
Penzance
Penlee House displays works from The Newlyn School of artists, as well as local photography, decorative arts and archaeology collections
Reading Museum
Reading
with lots of interactive exhibits catering from the serious student to the youngest child covering Reading's history from pre Roman times to the Victorians
South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum
Doncaster
during WWl it was a base for pilot training but this airfield is now long gone. Today a team of dedicated enthusiasts have established a treasure chest of military aviation exhibits and archival displays
late 17th Century house with sumptuous interiors including the Museum of Childhood. Explore childhoods of times gone by, play with toys and share stories
The Polar Museum
Cambridge
The Scott Polar Research Institute's Museum holds a collection of artefacts, paintings, drawings, photographs (including cinematographic film, lantern slides, and Daguerreotypes), and other material
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Stoke-on-Trent
uncover the history of the Potteries including the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics and a Fine Art collection of Impressionist paintings
The Wedgwood Visitor Centre
Barlaston
un unparalleled opportunity to see the world famous Wedgwood production facility at close quarters including a varied children's programme
Woolsthorpe Manor
Grantham
birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac Newton and visit orchard where the apple tree gave him inspiration including a 'hands on' Science Centre
Aldershot Military Museum
Aldershot
the museum honours the British Army from the mid Victorian era up to the present. There is a children friendly assault course and a family picnic area
Ancient House Museum
Thetford
this early Tudor house has a fine carved oak ceiling and contains exhibits displaying the history of Thetford and Breckland including archaeological and natural history exhibits. There is also a fine herb garden
Arundel Museum & Heritage Centre
Arundel
portraying the history of Arundel through a collection of tools, photographs, clothes & weapons
Ashburton Museum
Ashburton
a local museum with exhibitions of - Dartmoor artefacts - local history & geology - posters, documents - also includes the Paul Endacott North American Indian Collection
Athelstan Museum
Malmesbury
located in the Town Hall, this museum contains a selection of coins minted in Malmesbury, along with many other exhibits relating to the history of the area
Bodiam Castle
Bodiam
a romantic fairy tale castle with an intriguing past with a rare, original port culls in the gatehouse
covers the history of Bude and the surrounding area, including natural history, maritime and industrial heritage, and development of tourism
Burghley House
Stamford
a fine Elizabethan mansion refurbished in the 17th Century with extensive collections of paintings and objets d'art
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
Whitby
the 17th apprentice home of James Cook, famous sea captain, with Cook's own maps and letters and wonderful model of his ship 'Endeavour'
Carisbrooke Castle
Newport
the quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke has been an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence
Coalville Manor House
Coalville
a surviving example of a family home built in the 13th century and then modernised in 1618 including period enactments throughout the year
Coffin Works Museum
Birmingham
the shelves and workbenches are full of original stock and tools of the trade, including the fittings for the funerals for Winston Churchill and the Queen Mother
Cotehele Mill
St Dominick
19th century working watermill surrounded by outbuildings, now used as estate and craft workshops, short walk from Cotehele Quay
East Pool Mine
Pool
two great beam engines, preserved in towering engine houses with industrial heritage discovery centre
Geevor Tin Mine Museum
Pendeen
one of the UK's largest preserved mine sites telling the story of Cornwall's industrial mining past and mineral panning for the children
Hawkshead Grammar School
Hawkshead
dating back to the sixteenth century, a unique collection of historic artefacts relating to the ancient school and its pupils
Jarrow Hall
Jarrow
set across 11 acres, the visitor can discover the incredible world of Anglo-Saxon Northumbria and the extraordinary life of Bede - the father of English history with plenty of interactive displays and a rare breed farm with rescued animals
a private collection with over 2000 exhibits dating back to 2000BC including a bisque doll presented to Queen Victoria
Museum of Cornish Life
Helston
one of the largest folk museums in the South West, reflecting the social and industrial past of The Lizard Peninsula with regular art exhibitions
Museum of London Docklands
London E14
housed in one of the old warehouses, this museum covers the history of London's port and its role in the development of a great trading nation
Newark Air Museum
Newark
The air museum is located on part of the former World War Two airfield of RAF Winthorpe with a wealth of military aviation history
North East Aircraft Museum
Sunderland
North East Englands premier aircraft museum with a restoration workshop which is open to visitors
Padstow Museum
Padstow
chronicling the history of the Port of Padstow over the past two centuries - interesting collection of artefacts with plenty to interest the children
Perranzabuloe Museum
Perranporth
local museum covering local history with collections covering all aspects of local life including a replica Cornish kitchen
Poldark Mine
Helston
18th century tin mine with mine tours, searching for gemstones and gold panning. First recorded site of tin stamps
Royal Worcester Visitor Centre
Worcester
the knowledgable guides explain the techniques of the past and present with an opportunity to see skilled artists at work
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
Charlestown
UK's largest exhibition of its kind offering an insight into the history of Charlestown and shipwrecks with treasure recovered from the deep and walk through an underground tunnel
The Beatles Story
Liverpool
an unforgettable journey through the lives of the Fab Four, with fun memorabilia, rare photographs and interactive exhibits
The Golden Hind
Brixham
telling the story of Sir Francis Drake and his famous ship where visitors can experience life aboard a Tudor sailing ship
tells the story of Reading's two rivers - the Kennet and the Thames with a beautiful gypsy caravan and preserved turbine machinery
Allhallows Museum
Honiton
set in Honiton's oldest building with one of the most comprehensive collections of Honiton Lace in the world with examples from 16th 20th Century
containing an array of vintage, post vintage and classic cars, along with some classic motorbikes
Ben Uri Gallery
London NW8
this pioneering virtual museum has been designed over the past two years to substitute the large, centrally-located museum building, with programming initiatives from the imaginative use of the distinctive and growing museum collection
Braintree District Museum
Braintree
depicting the important people & events of Braintree, including innovations in man-made textiles & the window industry. There is also a section dedicated to natural history
Colchester Castle
Colchester
the largest Norman keep in Europe, built on Roman foundations, now a local history museum with several significant collections
Down House
Downe
Down House was Charles Darwin's home, showcasing his study, extensive gardens, and insights into his groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Imperial War Museum
London SE1
museum with large collection covering all aspects of military actions and wartime life, mainly during the 20th century
Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre
Lizard Point
the most southerly point on mainland Britain this 250 year old working lighthouse offers interactive displays
Tintagel Old Post Office
Tintagel
dating from the 14th Century, the name dates from the Victorian period when it briefly held a licence to be the letter receiving station for the district with postal exhibits and samplers and furniture dating back to the 16th Century
Andover Museum
Andover
a wealth of exhibits ranging from ancient times to the present day. Features include a 19C room, a museum of the Iron Age & life size historic models
Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum
South Shields
with excavated remains and stunning reconstructions of original buildings and roman artefacts combine to give a unique insight the Romans in Britain during the second to fifth Century
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Museum
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
impressive exhibit of Ashby & district's history with local interest. Includes model of Ashby castle under attack in the 17C Civil War
Ashford Borough Museum
Ashford
Ashford Borough Museum, housed in a 17th-century building, presents Ashford's rich history through engaging exhibits spanning from the Roman era to modern times.
Axminster Museum
Axminster
housed in the former Police Station and Courthouse and offering an insight into Axminster's past, with displays covering a wide range of topics including agricultural tools to Axminster carpets
Ayscoughfee Hall, Museum & Gardens
Spalding
the house dates back to the early fifteenth century and has had many refurbishments down the centuries, the museum portrays the history of the local fenland and the spacious gardens include an eighteenth century ice house
Bailiffgate Museum
Alnwick
presenting this history of Alnwick and District, holding a variety of workshops and exhibitions throughout the year
Banbury Museum
Banbury
modern museum in canal-side location covering Banbury's local history and its canal heritage
Beaminster Museum
Beaminster
local museum in converted church with displays covering local family histories, trades and schools
Beaney House of Art & Knowledge
Canterbury
grand historic building on Canterbury's High Street, housing library, tourist office, café and a small museum
Beccles & District Museum
Ballygate
displays on printing, Waveney, agricultural costumes & a model of the town as it was in 1841. There are also discovery boxes for children to use
Beeston Castle
Tarporley
crowning a rocky crag and boasting spectacular views. On a clear day you can see all the way from the Pennines to the Welsh mountains. With a 4,000 year history, a replica Bronze Age roundhouse and a 40-acre woodland park
Bellingham Heritage Centre
Hexham
preserving and displaying the heritage of the North Tyne and Redewater area of Northumberland with relics and photographs covering all aspects of local history and traditions in the area
Bembridge Windmill
Bembridge
containing much of the original machinery from the 1700s', this is the only remaining windmill on the Island. Spectacular views to be had from the cap
Bewdley Museum
Bewdley
housed in a historic and unusual 18th century Butcher's Shambles, providing a fascinating insight into the growth and trades of the town, the lives of its people and local crafts
Bexhill Museum
Bexhill
a wide ranging set of exhibits are housed here, covering topics from dinosaurs to ethnography. The temporary exhibitions section further increases the scope of the displays
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Exeter
one of Britain's largest public collections housing large collections of books, prints, artefacts and ephemera relating to the history of cinema
Blandford Town Museum
Blandford Forum
blacksmith's forge - cobbler's shop - last 400 years display - WWI and WWII memorabilia - Victorian child's playroom - musical instruments - local archeology and palaeontology
Blue John Cavern
Matlock
Blue John is Britain's rarest mineral first discovered at Castleton by the Romans almost 2000 years ago. These are the world's only known deposits of this extremely rare and beautiful stone
Bondville Miniature Village
Bridlington
delightful miniature village with railways, lakes and a wonderful marina
Boston Guildhall Museum
Boston
medieval guildhall was built in 1450 & is now the home of the Borough museum. Exhibits include items of local interest, costumes, coins & fine art. There are also monthly exhibitions & audio guided tours are available
Bradford-on-Avon Museum
Bradford-on-Avon
housing a re-creation of the Christopher Pharmacy which was open from 1863-1986. Also the museum explores the natural & social history of Bradford-on-Avon
Brantwood
Coniston
for 28 years, the home of John Ruskin, scientist and art collector, with many personal artefacts, including his extensive geological collection
Breamore Countryside Museum
Fordingbridge
replica village shops - steam-powered farm machinery - tractors - barn machinery - agricultural tools - maze - adventure playground - shop - tea barn
Bressingham Steam & Gardens
Bressingham
experience the power of steam in all its forms, from working locomotives to stationary engines, steam roundabout, traction engines & Royal Coach all in a garden setting.
Bridlington Harbour Aquarium and History Museum
Bridlington
set in a medieval building and retaining many original features, this museum concentrates on artefacts and local history
Bridport Museum
Bridport
museum of Bridport's local history with events and interactive displays suitable for all ages.
Brightlingsea Museum
Colchester
exciting and ambitious exhibitions depicting the story of the town’s links with the sea and River Colne, including its unique role as a Limb of the Cinque Ports, the only one north of the Thames
Didcot Railway Centre
Didcot
unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, rolling stock and artefacts based around original 1930s engine shed
Higgins Bedford Museum
Bedford
housed in the former Higgins & Sons Brewery within the picturesque gardens of Bedford Castle, the collections reflect the human and natural history of Bedford and the surrounding area
Jamaica Inn Museum
Bolventor
made famous by the write Daphne du Maurier. There is a room full of her memorabilia. Theatre shows recount the inn's myths and legends
Kendal Museum
Kendal
founded in 1796, making it one of Britain’s oldest museums, boasting unique collections of natural history and archaeological artefacts
Lawrence House
Launceston
fascinating look into the local rich heritage and the town's association with Australia
Liskeard & District Museum
Liskeard
gain an insight into the areas rich heritage with an interpretation centre fro the Cornwall Mining World Heritage Site
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Liverpool
celebrates Liverpool's history as a great port with a variety of objects , models, displays and even full-sized vessels
Mevagissey Museum
Mevagissey
occupying part of a former boat building yard - a broad collection of artefacts tell the history of Mevagissey and its residents -
Oakham Castle
Oakham
a fine example of a 12th Century manor with its impressive great hall which houses a unique collection of ceremonial horseshoes
St. Ives Museum
St. Ives
a fascinating look at the history of St Ives including fishing and mining, with children friendly activities
World Museum
Liverpool
Liverpool's oldest museum with five floors of exhibits, covering technology, science and natural history
World of Model Railways
Mevagissey
a world in miniature, with over 30 '00' Gauge layout with highly detailed scenery and interactive buttons. Children's railway features Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends
Birkenhead Priory
Birkenhead
founded in 1150 for the Benedictines and is the oldest standing building on Merseyside and has been an object of study for local historians for many years. Now with a small museum and children's activities
De Havilland Aircraft Museum
London Colney
interesting collection of De Havilland aircraft and engines, housed on the site where the famous Mosquito was developed during WWII
North Cornwall Museum
Camelford
privately owned museum in a building that was originally used for making coaches & wagons and covering many aspects of North Cornish life
Bloxham Village Museum
Banbury
local village history museum, housed in former courthouse with a permanent collection and an annual temporary exhibition highlighting an aspect of the area
International Slavery Museum
Liverpool
The International Slavery Museum increases the understanding of transatlantic, chattel and other forms of enslavement.