General Visitors

Have you got a question? Save time and check our frequently asked questions before contacting us.

What is included in the admission price?

Entrance into the Museum, a guided tour, entrance into the Collections Centre, and access to the Café and Gift Shop. On show days you may be charged a different admission price to include entrance into the grounds, the Show, the Museum and the Collections Centre.

When can I use my Annual Pass?

You can use your Annual Pass on any day except up to 5 Annual Pass Exempt Event Days (please tap here for more infromation). You can visit as many times as you like for 12 months from the issue date (date of your original visit). These tickets cannot be transferred, the person that gift aided / signed the original ticket must be present.

Can I use my Tesco Clubcard Partner code?

Clubcard Partner codes can be used to purchase Adult, Concession, Child and Family Museum tickets, but are not valid on any of our Show days, and cannot be upgraded to an Annual Pass.

Clubcard Partner codes cannot be used in the Café or Gift Shop. They also cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 

If you have your code, tap here to book your tickets.

Do I have to book in advance or can I just turn up?

We recommend you book tickets in advance of the day you would like to visit because they are cheaper in comparison to buying on the day. If you are using an Annual Pass or a Membership, we encourage you to pre-book your visit.

To book tickets, please tap here.

I am due to visit the Museum but have COVID-19, what should I do?

If you or anyone in your visiting party have COVID-19 please do not visit.

Refund requests may be considered subject to the ticket purchaser notifying the Museum before, or on, the date of the event and supplying appropriate supporting evidence when requested. Please tap here for our ticket terms and conditions.

Can I use the Junction 12 Café without purchasing tickets for the Museum?

Sorry, only Museum visitors are able to use the Junction 12 Café.

However, it may be possible to pre-arrange group catering in the Café, without a Museum visit. Please email enquiries@britishmotormuseum.co.uk 

How long would you recommend for a visit?

To make the most of your visit to the Museum and Collections Centre we would recommend 3 - 4 hours. However, for those wanting to take advantage of the family activities or a Museum tour, you may require longer.

Is there free parking?

Yes, there is ample free parking including space for coaches, motor homes and designated blue badge holder spaces.

Do you have electric vehicle charging points?

Please tap here and visit the 'Travelling by car' section to find information about electric vehicle charging points.

What time do the guided tours start/finish?

Guided tours of the Museum run daily at 11am and 2pm and depart from the Museum pay desk.

Collection Centre tours run daily at 12pm and 3pm. 

What vehicles do you have on display?

We have a wide range of British vehicles on display. Tap here to visit our Online Collections to find out more.

Can I pay by card?

Yes, you can pay by card.

Do you cater for vegetarian and gluten-free diets?

Yes, the British Motor Museum is fully compliant with the Food Standards Agency allergen requirements. Tap here for more information.

Am I allowed to take photographs?

We allow visitors to take photographs for their own personal use. The use of drones for filming or photography is not permitted anywhere on site.

For any commercial use please contact our Press department before you visit. 

e: press@britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Are dogs allowed?

With the exception of assistance, guide and hearing dogs wearing an identifying harness, we regret that pets are not permitted anywhere in the Museum or Collections Centre. We refer to VisitBritain's guide to identify assistance, guide and hearing dogs. Under these guidelines, provided your assistance dog has received formal certification and is clearly identifiable, they will be allowed into the Museum buildings. The VisitBritain guide can be found here for further information.

Dogs are permitted in the grounds, but must at all times be kept on a lead not exceeding 3 metres. Owners are required to clear up after their pets and dispose of any waste in a sealed bag. Dogs should not be left in hot or unventilated cars.

Family Visitors

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Is there much for children to do?

Children can get interactive with some of the exhibits. Activity sheets and themed trails are available and younger visitors can cruise along in one of our push along cars. There are extra workshops to entertain the whole family during Warwickshire school holidays and there is a programme of family events throughout the year. Check out of family pages to find out more.

Where are the baby changing facilities?

They are located in the disabled toilets on the ground and first floors of the Museum, please ask a member of staff if you require directions.

Can children visit unaccompanied?

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Do you have children's menus?

Yes, children can have a choice of hot meals and we have adult portions available too! There is also a children's mini motorist lunch box. Tap here for information about eating at the Museum.

Are you a Blue Peter badge attraction?

Blue Peter Badge holders (between 6-15 years old) can enter for free when accompanied by an adult who is entering using an adult or family ticket. Please bring the badge and ID card. For full terms and conditions please visit our attraction page on Blue Peter website.

Can I use my Tesco Clubcard Partner code?

Clubcard Partner codes are valid for Adult, Concession, Child and Family Museum tickets, but are not valid on any of our Show days, and cannot be upgraded to an Annual Pass.

Clubcard Partner codes cannot be used in the Café or Gift Shop. They also cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 

Group Visitors

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Do I get a discount for visiting as a group?

We offer a discounted rate for groups of 12 or more. Please contact our Groups Executive to discuss your visit further;

e: bookings@britishmotormuseum.co.uk or t: 01926 895295

Can I bring my car club?

The British Motor Museum is a great and unique venue for Car Clubs, with a range of facilities to meet your club needs. See our visiting as a car club page for more information or contact our Clubs and Rallies Co-ordinator to discuss your visit
e: clubs@britishmotormuseum.co.uk or t: 01926 895295

Do you offer benefits for coach drivers?

Yes we do, please contact our Groups Co-ordinator to discuss what is available;

e: bookings@britishmotormuseum.co.uk or t: 01926 895295

Accessibility at the British Motor Museum

For detailed information take a look at our accessibility page - click here

Entry for dedicated assistants / carers?

Carers/dedicated assistants enter free when accompanying a paying visitor who is disabled.

Do you have wheelchairs?

A limited number of wheelchairs are available free of charge from the Museum Pay Desk. If you require a wheelchair for your visit we recommend you contact us to check availability on 01926 895300 or email enquiries@britishmotormuseum.co.uk. We can then reserve the wheelchair once we have confirmation that you have purchased your ticket. Visitors are welcome to request a wheelchair upon arrival but we cannot guarantee one will always be available.

 

Sustainability at the British Motor Museum

Here at the British Motor Museum, we're committed to continuous improvement on environmental awareness and action to make our work more sustainable.

For our full Environmental Policy, click here.

For our full CSR Policy, click here.