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The British Motor Museum is home to the largest collection of British cars in the world. Experience the sights, sounds and stories of the British motor industry. Explore over 150 cars on display charting 120 years of motoring history. Visitors can get up close to iconic British cars and delve deeper into motoring history. Join a free guided tour or spend time with a costumed explainers as they bring the cars and their stories to life. Take a peek behind the scenes with a visit to the Collections Centre, where an extra 250 cars are stored. Get a feel for the day to day workings of the Museum with a birds eye view into the Vehicle Workshop.

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British Motor Museum
Banbury Road
Gaydon
CV35 0BJ Gaydon

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Visitor information British Motor Museum

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00

The Museum will be closed from 24 to 27 December and 31 December to 1 January inclusive.

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Admission

0 – 4Free
5 – 16£9.00
Adults£17.00
CarerFree
Concession£15.00
Family of 4£46.00
Family of 5£52.00

Ticket prices may vary. Please check the website for more details.

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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Parking
Coffee
Restaurant
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Banbury Road, Gaydon

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Exhibitions

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British Motor Museum Reviews

British Motor Museum has 3 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The British Motor Museum in Gaydon, England, offers an extensive collection of British-made vehicles, showcasing the rich automotive heritage of the country. Visitors appreciate the wide range of classic cars on display, from vintage models to more modern examples. The museum's layout is well-organized, allowing for easy navigation through different eras of British motoring history.

    Many reviewers highlight the informative exhibits and interactive displays that cater to both car enthusiasts and casual visitors. The museum does a good job of presenting the social and historical context of the automotive industry in Britain. Some visitors note that the knowledgeable staff and volunteers enhance the experience with their insights and stories.

    The museum's collection is particularly praised for its comprehensiveness, featuring rare and iconic vehicles from various British manufacturers. However, some visitors mention that certain areas of the museum could benefit from updates or renovations to improve the overall experience.

    While most find the entry fee reasonable given the extent of the collection, a few reviewers suggest that it might be on the higher side for families or those less interested in cars. The on-site café receives mixed reviews, with some finding it satisfactory and others suggesting room for improvement in terms of variety and quality.

    Accessibility is generally good, with most areas of the museum being wheelchair-friendly. The gift shop is often mentioned as a nice addition, offering a range of automotive-related souvenirs and books.

    Overall, the British Motor Museum is well-regarded for its comprehensive collection and educational value, making it a worthwhile visit for those interested in automotive history, particularly British cars.

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    Carl • Oct 28, 2023

    Have taken my children many times over the years and now take my grandson. He loves it and is so excited to go as much as possible. The staff are amazing always friendly informative and helpful. There's so much to take in and discover with the history of our motor vehicles. Our visit was made extra special by Jim he takes the time to explain all sorts of motoring history and I learn new thing myself a big thank you to Jim and all the staff that make it possible to see so much of our motoring history all in one site. I /we will look forward to our next visit and recommend a visit to anyone. Always things for the children to do actively and we can enjoy the experience too.. Everyone needs to visit The British Motor Museum in Gaydon and help to keep this important motoring history open and in our country we can't loose this very important part of our motoring history..

    Visited on Oct 28, 2023

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    Janet • Oct 28, 2023

    This is the second time we have been in the last couple of months with our grandson. We had the most amazing time viewing so many exciting cars from The Queen and other icons like James Bond and so many more. Both times we were so lucky to spend time with Jim who made Eli's visit such fun. You need to allow plenty of time to take in some of the magnificent cars. Truly an amazing place. We will be back. Carl Jan and Eli

    Visited on Oct 28, 2023

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