MUSEUMS - MUSEUM ATTRACTIONS

Hope Valley Derbyshire. Tel 01433 620285 Come and see the larges natural cave entrance in the British Isles with its unusual rock formations and eerie sounds of running water and the echoes of a bygone age. See the remains of an ancient village, venture deeper and see the perpetual cascade of water.

Solihull West Midlands. Tel 01675 443311 The motorcycle museum is a place where ‘Legends Live On’ and it is a tribute to and a living record of this once great British industry that dominated world markets for some sixty years. Study motorcycle from its earlier days to the golden years of the 1930s-60s.

Baginton Warwickshire. Tel 02476 301033 Our exhibits range from the magnificent Avro Vulcan bomber through more than 30 other historic aircraft, both civil and military to aero engines and other artefacts, range of memorabilia. The Museum houses a heritage centre dedicated to the memory of Sir Frank Whittle.

Hereford Herefordshire. Tel 01432 357236 The museum traces the history of drinking water from the cave-dwellers up to the present day through wonderful working engines, superb display panels, illuminated displays, guidebooks and films and is home to the oldest working triple-expansion steam engine in the UK.

Bakewell Derbyshire. Tel 01629 813642 Five hundred years of history. Explore 10 beamed rooms with wattle and daub partitions and a great open fireplace. Discover a rare Tudor toilet and a Victorian privy. See displays of lace, textiles and elegant costumes plus experience life in a Victorian mill workers dwellings. Have fun with our dressing up box.

Lichfield Staffordshire. Tel 01543 434394 The museum tells the story of all the antecedents from its formation in Lichfield in 1705 and houses a collection of around 11,000 items. From general interest to military enthusiasts, all are bound to be fascinated by what they discover here. Visit our research facilities and souvenir shop for gifts.

Nuneaton Warwickshire. Tel 01455 290429 Surrounded by an idyllic rural landscape re-live this famous turning point in British history when you visit the Battle of Bosworth site and learn about the death of a King and the birth of the all powerful Tudor dynasty. Journey through medieval England and discover the real horrors of warfare.

Matlock Bath Derbyshire. Tel 01629 581001 Situated on the banks of the River Derwent is the finest surviving and preserved example of an Arkwright cotton mill. A fascinating collection of authentic historic textile machinery dating from the 18th. 19th and 20th centuries. Experience the genuine atmosphere with sights, smells and sounds.

Hope Valley Derbyshire. Tel 01433 620638 Considered to be the finest range of a series of caverns in Great Britain you will discover the worlds only known deposits of this extremely rare and beautiful stone. Learn about two vases of Blue John Stone that was excavated at Pompeii and the 4,000 year old bones discovered in the cavern.

Gaydon Warwickshire. Tel 01926 641188 Our family-friendly museum offers a colourful insight into the British motor industry, from the popular ‘Time Road’ to the ‘Under the Skin’ interactive zone, adults and children a like will find displays and exhibits to surprise and enlighten. The Collections Centre houses around 250 cars.