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Britain has so much history and culture it can be a little overwhelming, which is why it is always ideal to take a look at the museums that can be found in the region you’re visiting. Many of the region's museums have wheelchair friendly displays which are lowered making it easier for anyone using mobility devices to engage, spacious doorways and corridors so you can navigate around and guides offering BSL tours.

Discover a different side to Britain

You’ll find everything from history to geology, science and more. Many exhibitions move from museum to museum, so that you can view it whatever region you happen to be in, while others will hold pop ups at various locations, giving a much more informal museum experience.

Lots of variety

Most towns in the UK have at least one museum, covering lots of different subjects and eras history and the best bit? Many of them are free to visit! Some of the top museums in the capitals of London, Edinburgh and Cardiff are free to enter, including the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert, London Science Museum and the national museums of Edinburgh and Cardiff. These large museums are also incredibly accessible with wheelchair access and plenty of facilities. In fact one of the most accessible museums in the world is located in London!

Wherever you go in the UK, you’ll find many of the council-run venues in the city centres offer free entry with only certain exhibits or events carrying a charge. There are also a number of schemes in the UK’s main cities, where visitors can pre-book certain attractions and museums to receive a discounted price, or you can apply for a city discount card before travelling which will guarantee a lower charge when going to participating venues. The museums and exhibitions that do charge, usually offer a concession price to anyone travelling with a carer or a guide dog and of course, they often have blue badge parking close by. Whether you are visiting a large or small museum, you’ll find that they have a wide range of artefacts, displays and interactive exhibits, perfect for families to engage in a topic together.

Interactive displays

Some museums and exhibitions are dedicated purely to interacting with guests such as the London and Edinburgh Dungeons, that get you involved in trials, executions and more as they take you through some of the more grizzly parts of history. Other exhibits let you experience life in bomb shelters, mines and more. Museums are particularly good at staging events, especially during the school holidays and during the evenings. You can do everything from film screenings to speed dating – there are no restrictions! These interactive displays with exhibits that you can touch and get involved with are great for those with sensory conditions such as autism and those that have visual impairments.

The majority of modern museums are fully equipped to be as inclusive as possible and often have lifts as well as ramps, level floors and guides that can communicate in BSL as well as accessible displays for those with visual impairments. While many of the older museums are restricted by their venues, these too have, particularly in recent years, worked hard to make them as accessible as possible and often have queuing systems, entrances and provisions to make it as smooth as it can be for people of all abilities to enjoy their displays. If you need a bit of extra clarification or would rather have a private tour of a certain museum or exhibition, contact them directly and they will be able to help you. Some museums and exhibitions offer guided tours, either with an actual guide or with audio guides, to make sure you get the most out of your visit, these guides are happy to help if you have any mobility concerns or need a bit of extra support when moving around the museum, so if you’d like to ensure you have a guide, please speak to the museum and secure your place on one of their tours.

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The National Gallery Trafalgar Square

Address

Trafalgar Square, London, London, WC2N 5DN

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7747 2885

information@nationalgallery.org.uk

London

The National Gallery aims to make access to the paintings enjoyable and welcoming to the widest possible public. There are a range of facilities to help you experience the collection, visit exhibitions and come to events.

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Imperial War Museum Duxford

Address

IWM Duxford, Duxford, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 4QR

Telephone
020 7091 3067

Duxford, Cambridge

The play area has a range of accessible elements aimed at challenging different abilities, including a wheelchair seesaw, ground level trampolines and a carousel. For those seeking a gentler sensory experience, the Play Zone offers a range of…

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National Portrait Gallery

Address

St. Martin's Place, London, London, WC2H 0HE

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7306 0055

info@npg.org.uk

London

We are committed to making our buildings, exhibitions, services and programmes as accessible and inclusive as possible. The Gallery has a programme of accessible events including free monthly Deaf-led tours and British Sign Language interpreted…

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Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Address

17 Henblas Street, Wrexham, Clwyd, LL13 8AE

Telephone
01978 293400

info@xplorescience.co.uk

Wrexham

Here at Xplore! we want to ensure that every individual who walks through our doors feels comfortable. Inclusion day is a way for individuals to experience our centre and activities in a way that works for them.

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Level Centre

Address

Old Station Close, Rowsley, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EL

Telephone
01629 734848

info@levelcentre.com

Matlock

Some of the team have had training in Disability Awareness, Deaf Awareness, Autism Awareness, British Sign Language and Makaton as well as being Dementia Friends and Mental Health First Aiders.

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Coventry Transport Museum

Address

Millennium Place, Hales Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1JD

Telephone
02476 234270

Ctm.info@cvlife.co.uk

Coventry

Lift access is provided to both floors of the Museum, and we also have a small number of wheelchairs available free of charge for visitors to use whilst at the Museum. These chairs are allocated on a first come first served basis, although any…

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The Box

Address

Tavistock Place, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AX

Telephone
01752 304774

theboxenquiries@plymouth.gov.uk

Plymouth

We want all our visitors to have a great time at The Box. With so much to see and do, you may find the following information helpful in planning your visit.

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Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Address

Jordan Well, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5QP

Telephone
024 76237521

Ctm.info@cvlife.co.uk

Coventry

The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is committed to being accessible for everyone. Here, you can find information about accessible facilities and resources across the site to plan your visit.

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The MAD Museum

Address

4-5 Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6PT

Telephone
01789 269356

info@themadmuseum.co.uk

Stratford upon Avon

All our guests are encouraged to get involved with the displays and interact with the tactile objects. All the displays work together to create an exciting multi-sensory experience. The staff have experience with a wide range of additional needs, so…

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Eureka! The National Children’s Museum

Address

Discovery Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 2NE

Telephone
01422 330 069

rachel.skinner@eureka.org.uk

Halifax

Eureka! is proud to include a Changing Places facility for use by any visitor to Halifax, not just the museum. The changing places facility on the ground floor includes a toilet, Robin tracking hoist with maximum load of 200kg, height adjustable…

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British Motor Museum

Address

Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ

Telephone
01926 895295

enquiries@britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Warwick

We are proud to constantly embrace and improve accessibility for everyone at the British Motor Museum, allowing for an inclusive experience without barriers. During our Access Days we showcase a whole host of exciting accessible activities and…

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Gilbert White’s House & Gardens

Address

High Street, Selborne, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3JH

Telephone
01420 511275

Alton

We have two non-motorised wheelchairs that are available for hire. One standard foldable chair and an off-road wheelchair (pictured below). You can call ahead to book one of the wheelchairs by calling 01420 511275. There is an audio descriptive…

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National Science and Media Museum

Address

Pictureville, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ

Telephone
033 0058 0058

info@sciencemuseumgroup.ac.uk

Bradford

The National Science and Media Museum in Bradford, West Yorkshire, opened in 1983, and has since become one of the most visited UK museums outside London.

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American Museum and Gardens

Address

Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD

Telephone
01225 460503

enquiries@americanmuseum.org

Bath

We are constantly striving to be a fully accessible and inclusive destination for all visitors. We have worked with a number of other organisations, partners and friends to ensure our team members have the understanding and knowledge they need to…

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Jersey War Tunnels

Address

Les Charrieres Malorey, St. Lawrence, Jersey, Channel Isles, JE3 1FU

Telephone
01534 860808

info@jerseywartunnels.com

Jersey

In 1940, Nazi Germany invaded the Channel Islands, starting 5 years of gruelling occupation. As a unique tourist attraction and experience, Jersey War Tunnels is the only place in the island where you will find the full story of this Occupation –…

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HMS Belfast

Address

The Queen's Walk, London, London, SE1 2JH

Telephone
020 7091 3067

London

Step on board this iconic London landmark. Navigate your way around the rooms of this floating city, climbing up and down ladders to visit all nine decks.

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The Roald Dahl Museum

Address

High Street, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0AL

Telephone
01494 892192

hello@roalddahlmuseum.org

Great Missenden

Smell the chocolate doors, pull a power pose with Matilda and peek into Roald Dahl’s Writing Hut. This award-winning family-friendly attraction is based in Great Missenden, the village where Roald Dahl wrote all of his stories for children.

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Jersey Heritage Maritime Museum

Address

New North Quay, St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Isles, JE2 3ND

Telephone
01534 811043

info@jerseyheritage.org

Jersey

Jersey Heritage strives to ensure that its services are accessible to people with disabilities.

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