Science, Industry & Technology Museums

The UK has historically and still is a world leader when it comes to science and technology. To reflect this there are many museums about various aspects of science and technology both old and new. Popular museums in this category include the London Science Museum, the Thinktank in Birmingham and Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. Most museums in this category are free to enter and well worth a visit.

Visit Leeds Industrial Museum
Leeds Industrial Museum

Situated between the River Aire and the canal the Leeds Industrial Museum was once the worlds biggest wool…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Lion Salt Works
Lion Salt Works

Lion Salt Works: Preserving the Salty Heritage of Cheshire Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, the Lion Salt…

Northwich
the North West
Admission fee
Visit M Shed
M Shed

Situated in Bristol, the magnificent M Shed is a a nice place to visit specifically for those interested…

Bristol
the South West
Free admission
Visit National Slate Museum
National Slate Museum

The National Slate Museum in Llanberis Wales is situated in the old Victorian workshops of an old large…

Llanberis
Wales
Free admission
Visit National Space Centre
National Space Centre

The National Space Centre in Leicester is a premier destination for space enthusiasts and those looking for an…

Leicester
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit Nottingham Industrial Museum
Nottingham Industrial Museum

The Nottingham Industrial Museum is a hidden gem for anyone interested in the industrial history of the UK.…

Nottingham
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit Quarry Bank Mill
Quarry Bank Mill

Quarry Bank Mill: An Enduring Emblem of the Industrial Revolution Nestled in the picturesque Cheshire countryside, Quarry Bank…

Wilmslow
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum

Built in 1894, the Queen Street Textile Mill, a Grade one listed building is a treat for anyone…

Burnley
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Royal Observatory Greenwich
Royal Observatory Greenwich

The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in astronomy, history, and science. Located…

Greenwich
London
Admission fee
Visit Stretton Watermill
Stretton Watermill

Stretton Watermill: A Journey Through Time and Tides Nestled amidst the lush green fields of Cheshire's countryside, Stretton…

Malpas
the North West
Admission fee
Visit The British Ironwork Centre
The British Ironwork Centre

The British Ironwork Centre is a unique destination located in the heart of Shropshire, England. The centre is…

Oswestry
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit The Centre For Computing History
The Centre For Computing History

Situated in Cambridge Cambridgeshire, The Centre for Computing History is a visit not be missed, especially if you…

Cambridge
the East of England
Admission fee
Visit The East Lancashire Railway
The East Lancashire Railway

The East Lancashire Railway is a unique living museum. A fully functioning Steam Railway with 7 stations, over…

Bury
the North West
Admission fee
Visit The Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life

The Museum of English Rural Life, located in Reading, England, is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in…

Reading
the South East
Free admission
Visit The National Glass Centre
The National Glass Centre

With a great deal to discover and explore your visit to the National Glass Centre in Sunderland is…

Sunderland
the North East
Free admission
Visit The National Marine Aquarium
The National Marine Aquarium

The National Marine Aquarium is located in Plymouth, Devon. This magnificent aquarium is seriously worth a visit notably…

Plymouth
the South West
Admission fee
Visit The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel
The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel

The aptly named Riverside Museum in Glasgow is situated on the junction of the River Clyde and the…

Glasgow
Scotland
Free admission
Visit The Science And Industry Museum
The Science And Industry Museum

With lot's to see, do and explore, your visit the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester is a…

Manchester
the North West
Free admission
Visit The Silk Museum & Paradise Mill
The Silk Museum & Paradise Mill

The Silk Museum & Paradise Mill: Macclesfield's Rich Textile Legacy In the charming town of Macclesfield, often referred…

Macclesfield
the North West
Admission fee
Visit The Thackray Museum Of Medicine
The Thackray Museum Of Medicine

Anyone interested in medicine will have a fantastic experience when visiting the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds,…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee

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