Black Country Living Museum

We made a special trip to the Black Country Living Museum whilst having a few days away in the area. It was a fabulous day out, and we all enjoyed the experience of what it was like living in the past in this area of the country. Highlights included having a school lesson, travelling on the old bus, going down the mine, going to the old cinema and having fish and chips for lunch! There are lots of little houses and shops to pop in to and nose about, in some you will come across people 'in character' and you can ask questions or just chat. In some of the shops you can buy things (mostly food / drink / toys). There are plenty of facilities if needed, and also a larger cafe area back at the main entrance if you need a drink or something before you start or before you leave. We almost missed it, but don't miss out on popping into the garage area which is located out the front of the museum (before you go through ticket area). If you visit, plan to be there a full day, which you can easily achieve in all honesty - we got there about 15 mins after opening and stayed up until about 30 mins before closing! There are some signs when you enter telling you times of particular things you may want to visit (demonstrations or talks etc.) We had a wonderful day, and don't forget to get a parking token from the machine if parked in the museum car park. I sort of felt we should have been given this as part of our entrance fee, but at least I assume the money gets invested back in the museum!

How is this out first visit here! We had so much fun! We can't wait to come back very soon. My children enjoyed the mine, the school and the workshop they run during the holidays. There was actors walking around, and my children loved interacting with them and having a laugh. This place isn't just educational but fun too! Fantastic value for money as it includes free return. The gift shop is reasonable. My children were able to spend their pocket money to buy marbles for exmaple.

Came here on a Sunday and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's a really throwback to yesteryear. It's a huge site and there is so much to see. The building and shops etc. Are all from different eras. When we went they were currently building new sections and shops so will be going again. We purchased our tickets online and it also gives you free entry within 12 months. The detail of the shops and props are brilliant and a really good experience l. We also went down the mine which is a really good experience highly recommended. But be careful as sections have super low ceilings. You can also get food on site as well.

Amazing, completely immersive experience! Everything is restored and maintained beautifully. The staff and volunteers are fantastic actors and all in costume too! Perfect day out for anyone, any age. It's worth every single penny. Honestly, I felt like we'd gone back in time, and we didn't want to leave! Great to see they're still expanding and adding new buildings, too.

I have been here 5 times and it never fails to make me smile, its a history journey through the Black country decades with the actual buildings and furniture from the era's. The shops are fantastically realistic, and you can buy sweets and cakes and goodies. Pubs and chips, canal boats, trams and bus trips. The best part of the day is the under ground mines, with real stories an absolute brilliant experience. The picnic area's are large, the toilet facilities are many, very clean! The funfair is lovely for the children. Parking is good too. Great place to take people to show the life of hard working families in the black country.