Forces Discounts Museum

Whitchurch Silk Mill is a working museum located on the picturesque banks of the River Test in Hampshire. Built in 1815, silk is still woven in the original building using historic machinery and traditional techniques. A beautiful garden, riverside café and gift shop are also available to enjoy on site.

Aviation museum concentrating on RAF Bomber Command during WW2

Fun for all the family whatever the weather! Explore the British Motor Museum, the largest collection of historic British in the world. Take a walk down the 'Time Road' and discover how both motoring and family life has changed through the decades including period music and memorable events such as the introduction of double yellow lines. Travel through 'Making British Cars' and see how influential the motor industry has been over the years and where it is heading in the future. Get 'Under The Skin' and unravel the mystery of how cars work with interactive exhibits. Experience how suspension has improved over time and compare the difference between rack and pin and power steering. Enjoy a free guided tour with one of the enthusiastic guides who will help bring the cars to life. There is also an onsite café serving hot and cold meals and snacks. Check our website for information on great school holiday activities and special weekend motoring events. M40 J12 and take B4100. Attraction signed. Opening hours: The Museum is open daily, 10am - 5pm. Closed 24 - 27 December and 31 December - 1 January inclusive. Please see our website for the most up-to-date information. Coronavirus Safety Measure: We are asking all visitors to pre-book their arrival slot online before visiting. For more information on the measures we are taking to keep you safe during your visit, please see our website; https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/museum-updates

Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery is a people’s museum, where fascinating stories of the past are told about the town and district of Alnwick. Our historic building in the town’s Castle Quarter, which was previously a church, provides a calm and beautiful setting in which to celebrate our distinctive heritage, display special exhibitions and present a range of events for the whole family.

Solent Sky Museum showcases the international importance of aviation history in Southampton and Solent area. The Solent region gave birth to the Spitfire, as well as being the home of the Imperial Airways flying boats. Between 1910 and 1960 local aircraft manufacturers produced an incredible variety of flying machines, from experimental rocket fighters to hovercraft, helicopters and spacecraft. Solent Sky houses over 20 airframes on display from the golden age of aviation, including the Spitfire and the record-breaking Supermarine S6. Visitors are encouraged to take a guided tour of our giant Sandringham flying boat, and children and adults alike enjoy the thrills of sitting in our jet fighter cockpits.

Come Rain or Shine step back in time to a great family day out. You will love what’s behind the doors of one of the country’s finest collections of working steam engines, fairground rides, organs, vintage vehicles and much more. Christmas show, Organ Concerts and Weekly Wurlitzer Afternoon Tea Dances! For further details contact Jane on 01723 586698 Web-site www.scarboroughfaircollection.com

A great day out for families and enthusiasts alike the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum exhibits a collection of aircraft from the first airshow in Britain at Doncaster Racecourse in 1909, to modern fast jets and civil light aircraft. With aircraft which are unique in preservation, alongside a whole host of familiar favourites, and cockpits and interactive exhibits open all year round there really is something for everyone.

Thirsk and local area artifacts

The London Motor Museum is the only custom car museum in Europe,home to a unique collection of American and European Classic cars of the automobile era ranging from the early 1930's through to the 50's 60's and 70's and cars of today.

Award winning visitor attraction offering low cost entry and great value come rain or shine. Built by the Victorians to protect Portland Harbour, Nothe Fort is one of the best preserved forts of its kind. The advances in technology that affected the fort are explained through many displays, exhibits and audio visual facilities located on the ramparts, gun decks and maze of underground passageways. Enjoy the stunning and far reaching views of the Jurassic Coast from the picnic areas on the Ramparts. These will provide one of the best vantage points on the south coast. Our Gift shop aims to provide an interesting range of products designed to suit all members of the family, from souvenirs, books, toys and games. We also have a range of locally produced preserves, drinks and biscuits. Come and enjoy our recently refurbished café and restaurant facility. Now under new management and serving a fine selection of hot and cold meals using fresh and locally sourced produce. We also offer a wide range of educational activities for schools & colleges as well as corporate hospitality, public events and private function hire all year round.

There’s a world of fun-fuelled action and excitement just waiting to be discovered at Haynes International Motor Museum. With over 400 vehicles the museum is packed with precious metal and displayed in stunning style. An all-weather attraction, including café, shop and lots for kids to do.

Making steel pen nibs in Birmingham during the Victorian era was a major industry with 129 companies employing circa 8,000 workers (mainly women). By visiting the Pen Museum, you will discover a wide range of fascinating objects and details that help tell the story of Birmingham’s pen trade and its important legacy including the link between a prominent pen manufacturer (Josiah Mason) and the establishment of the University of Birmingham. Throughout the Museum there are a range of activities for people of all ages to enjoy including writing with a quill and ink, using typewriters plus an exciting opportunity to make your own nib using the same machinery once operated by women workers in the 19th century.

Visit the world famous Bronte Parsonage Museum and see where Charlotte, Emily and Anne wrote classics such as ‘Jane Eyre’ and ‘Wuthering Heights’. The rooms the Brontës used are largely unchanged and filled with their furniture, clothes and personal possessions. 2013 opens with newly redecorated rooms in the 1840's and 1850's style.