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 Kielder Observatory
Kielder Observatory

The Kielder Observatory, located in the heart of the Kielder Forest in Northumberland, England, is a unique destination…

Kielder
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Killhope Lead Mining Museum

The Killhope Lead Mining Museum is a unique and fascinating museum located in the heart of the North…

Bishop Auckland
the North East
Admission fee
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 Life Science Centre
Life Science Centre

Unleash Your Inner Scientist: A Fascinating Journey at the Life Science Centre Located in the heart of Newcastle…

Newcastle
the North East
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 National Waterfront Museum
National Waterfront Museum

The National Waterfront Museum is a museum located in Swansea, Wales, that explores the industrial and maritime heritage…

Swansea
Wales
Free admission
Visit Patterson’s Spade Mill
Patterson’s Spade Mill

Patterson's Spade Mill, located in the small village of Templepatrick in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, is a fascinating…

Newtownabbey
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Peak District Mining Museum
Peak District Mining Museum

The Peak District Mining Museum in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, is a unique destination for history buffs and anyone…

Matlock
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 Retro Computer Museum
Retro Computer Museum

The Retro Computer Museum in Leicester, England is a nostalgic and educational destination for those interested in the…

Leicester
the Midlands
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 Science Museum – London
Science Museum – London

The Science Museum is a major museum in London, England, dedicated to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It…

Kensington
London
Free admission
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 Techniquest
Techniquest

Techniquest: Illuminating Minds with the Power of Science Located in the heart of Cardiff, Wales, Techniquest is a…

Cardiff
Wales
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

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