Bradford Industrial Museum

Absolutely amazing day out today at #bradfordindustrialmuseum . FREE entry ( donations welcome). It is very child and SEN friendly. Machines run at intervals throughout the day with ear defenders provided if needed. Relaxation room with picnic tables, sofas, book's and children's toys. Plus a tea and coffee machine at only £1 a drink ( take cash) . They had several children's trails to take part in, one for Yorkshire day, a sunflower trails, find the kids tv characters, and of course, the 11 stuffed rats hidden throughout the galleries in the Mill. Jackson absolutely LOVED hunting for them. They had at least one interactive station for the kids in each room, including a printing press, a train set, a wooden bus to drive, plus much more. It was a very chill.amd steady day, not busy at all, even Tee-Jay enjoyed it as he didn't have the anxiety of other guests. We almost had the place to ourselves! It was so lovely to see the Tee take Jackson under his wing, play with him , show him around, and help him look for all the items on the trails. On top of all that, obviously there were all the galleries to look around. A great insight into history. A fave of mine was the back to back houses. The gift shop was also reasonably priced , I got the kids a little something each. Also want to mention the staff and volunteers who were so friendly and helpful. They definitely added to the experience. A little hidden gem, and we will definitely be going back! #bradford #insustrialmuseum #museum #freeentry #hiddengem #history #kidfriendly #autism #autismfriendly #sen #senfriendly #daysout #dayoutwiththekids #dayoutwithfamily❤️ #rainydaysout #rainydayfun #freedaysout #daysoutyorkshire #yorkshiredaysout #relaxed #chilled #happymum #mumofboys #toddlermum #tweenmum

Amazing amazing place of history! Absolutely loved the experience and the history I was exposed to. We got to take home copies from the printing press as well. There is a gift shop on site, as well as a café area with £1 hot drinks available and easily accessible washrooms. Free wifi is also available here!

Excellent exhibition. I learned so much about Bradford and the surrounding area's history. Upon leaving there the whole area made more sense as I was driving through and coming across historic buildings, family names and landmarks. The machines run at certain times as well. The blacksmith is very entertaining and a favourite of visitors. He made an iron nail while we were there. Try the fudge at the shop! Staff are very helpful. Toilets available.

Amazing day with the family, both fun and educational..nice activities for kids, really enjoyed the experience full of history and making..was surprised how big it is.. It was nice to see the machinery in working order and the transports was a classic.. We even played a little hide and seek in the olden days houses. Great for kids and family!

Self guided tour, its nice going at your own pace. Free entry, but you can make a donation. Had an amazing couple of hours experience of how things were back then. Lots of machinery which have certain running times. A few area to keep the children from getting bored also stop the rat! The blacksmith work shop is worth a visit, he was hammering away when we stopped by.