Transport & Maritime Museums

Our guide to the greatest transport museums in the Great Britain lets you choose where to visit to see some fantastic engineering marvels that we have produced over the centuries. There are plenty of transport museums to choose form covering a large array of transportation from Steam Engines to Ships to Commercial vehicles. Popular transport museums include the London Transport Museum, the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham and the fully functional Steam Railway in Lancashire with 7 stations and 12 miles of track.

Visit Beamish Museum
Beamish Museum

With plenty to see and discover, your visit to the Beamish Museum in Beamish County Durham is a…

County Durham
the North East
Admission fee
Visit British Motor Museum
British Motor Museum

The British Motor Museum, formerly known as the Heritage Motor Centre, is a museum located in Gaydon, Warwickshire,…

Gaydon
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit Bury Transport Museum
Bury Transport Museum

A Journey Through Time on Wheels Located in the heart of Greater Manchester, the Bury Transport Museum is…

Bury
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Carnforth Station Heritage Centre
Carnforth Station Heritage Centre

A Journey Through Railways and Romance Whistle blows, steam rises, and memories stir. Carnforth Station Heritage Centre is…

Carnforth
the North West
Free admission
Visit Crewe Heritage Centre
Crewe Heritage Centre

Crewe Heritage Centre: Chronicles of the Railway Revolution Situated in the heart of Cheshire, the Crewe Heritage Centre…

Crewe
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Downpatrick and County Down Railway
Downpatrick and County Down Railway

The Downpatrick and County Down Railway is a heritage railway in Northern Ireland. It is located in the…

Downpatrick
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways

Wales is synonymous with awe-inspiring landscapes, ancient history, and a rich heritage that resonates profoundly with each passing…

Porthmadog
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Haynes Motor Museum
Haynes Motor Museum

The Haynes Motor Museum is a fantastic destination for car enthusiasts, offering a unique and immersive experience that…

Yeovil
the South West
Admission fee
Visit Lancaster Maritime Museum
Lancaster Maritime Museum

A Tribute to Maritime Heritage Situated in the historic port of Lancaster, the Lancaster Maritime Museum is a…

Lancaster
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Mercedes-Benz World
Mercedes-Benz World

Visiting the Mercedes-Benz World in Brooklands, UK, is an exciting and unforgettable experience. As soon as you arrive,…

Weybridge
the South East
Admission fee
Visit National Maritime Museum
National Maritime Museum

Located on the harbour in Falmouth, Cornwall the splendid National Maritime Museum is a a great place to…

Falmouth
the South West
Admission fee
Visit National Museum Of Flight
National Museum Of Flight

The National Museum of Flight, located in East Lothian, is an unmissable destination for aviation enthusiasts and anyone…

North Berwick
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit National Railway Museum
National Railway Museum

The National Railway museum is a fantastic place the visit. Not only for Railway enthusiasts but also for…

York
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit National Waterways Museum
National Waterways Museum

National Waterways Museum: A Voyage Through Britain's Aquatic Highways Bearing witness to Britain's illustrious canal and river history,…

Ellesmere Port
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Old Royal Naval College
Old Royal Naval College

The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich is a historic and grandiose Baroque building that served as a…

Greenwich
London
Admission fee
Visit Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

The Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a must-visit destination for history buffs and maritime enthusiasts. Located in the heart…

Portsmouth
the South East
Admission fee
Visit Ribble Steam Railway & Museum
Ribble Steam Railway & Museum

A Journey into Britain's Rail Heritage The Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, situated in the heart of Preston's…

Preston
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Solway Aviation Museum
Solway Aviation Museum

A Journey Through Britain's Aviation History Located at Carlisle Airport in Cumbria, England, the Solway Aviation Museum is…

Carlisle
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas: Discovering the Beauty of Northumberland's Coastal Heritage Perched atop the dramatic cliffs of…

Sunderland
the North East
Admission fee
Visit STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway
STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway

At STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history of…

Swindon
the South West
Admission fee

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