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 Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum
Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum

If you're interested in exploring Northern Ireland's rich textile heritage, a visit to the Irish Linen Centre &…

Lisburn
Northern Ireland
Free admission
Visit Jackfield Tile Museum
Jackfield Tile Museum

The Jackfield Tile Museum in Ironbridge is a fascinating destination for visitors who are interested in the history…

Ironbridge
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit Jodrell Bank
Jodrell Bank

A Celestial Journey on Earth In the heart of the Cheshire countryside, amidst verdant landscapes and serene beauty,…

Macclesfield
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Kelham Island Museum
Kelham Island Museum

Kelham Island Museum is a unique and fascinating destination located in the heart of Sheffield, England. This museum…

Sheffield
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
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 Gas Museum
National Gas Museum

The National Gas Museum in Leicester is a unique and fascinating destination that offers visitors the opportunity to…

Leicester
the Midlands
Free admission
Visit National Science and Media Museum
National Science and Media Museum

The National Science and Media Museum, located in Bradford, UK, is a museum dedicated to the fields of…

Bradford
Yorkshire & the Humber
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 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 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

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