Which is bigger, the Beamish or the Black Country museum?

Beamish is spread over a much larger site than the Black Country museum.

Which is better, the Beamish vs. the Black Country Museum?

BCM on a plus note is alot smaller to get around as more compact; Beamish is spread out and takes alot more walking. If we choose this type of day out again, we will return to Beamish. Review tags are currently only available for English language reviews. Outstanding experience - highly recommend!

How big is the Black Country Museum?

Experience England of yesteryear as you explore over 26 acres packed full of recreated and rebuilt shops, homes and industrial workshops at Black Country Living Museum.

How big is the Beamish Museum?

Set within 400 beautiful acres, there's something for everyone at Beamish Museum including a year-long exciting events programme. Beamish has been awarded Coach Friendly Status by The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK, recognising our commitment to providing excellent services for coaches and groups.

How long does it take to walk around the Black Country Museum?

Our visitors have told us that they spend most of the day with us, so we recommend that you allow at least 4-5 hours to explore.

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Can you still go down the mine at the Black Country Museum?

It's included in your ticket - if you're brave enough to step 'into the thick'... See you down there!

How far is the walk around Beamish?

Durham: an easy 5000m walk along the Riverside

This is a circular walk starting at Shincliffe and heading towards the riverside.

Has anything been filmed at Beamish?

The museum's striking 1900s Town street, complete with trundling trams, was the perfect backdrop for both the Downton Abbey film and the Christmas special of the TV series in 2015. Visitors to Beamish's 1900s Town can discover what life was like in a North East town in the years leading up to the First World War.

Can I just turn up at Beamish?

Visitors no longer need timeslots to visit the museum, you will just need your Unlimited Pass or Friends of Beamish membership to come to see us, which can be bought online.

Was any of Peaky Blinders filmed at Black Country museum?

What has been filmed at Black Country Living Museum? Projects filmed at Black Country Living Museum include the award-winning Peaky Blinders (2013-2022), Stan & Ollie (2018), The Colour Room (2021) and Three Little Birds (2023).

How long is the tunnel at the Black Country museum?

The Dudley Canal No 1, with the 2.900. 5 metre (1.8 miles) long tunnel, was built by Lord Dudley to transport limestone from his quarries to industries and factories in Birmingham. There's no towpath through the tunnel so boats had to be 'legged' or walked through by boaters. Phew!

What is the Black Country famous for?

The Black Country gained its name in the mid nineteenth century due to the smoke from the many thousands of ironworking foundries and forges plus also the working of the shallow and 30ft thick coal seams.

How long does it take to go round the Beamish Museum?

I'd plan for at least 4-5 hour visit, if not longer. We arrived at 10.20am and left at 15.30.

Which war movie was filmed at Beamish?

Beamish Museum in The War Below. Beamish fans may spot a few familiar locations when watching First World War film, The War Below.

Can you sleep at the Beamish Museum?

The museum is giving visitors a chance to spend a night at the museum in one of two Georgian-style cottages. Guests can enjoy a trip back in time and stay in the self-catering cottages, which are located in the museum's stunning 1820s Landscape, in renovated original buildings.

Does Beamish have a pub?

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Offering a unique blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty, the estate features a charming pub and restaurant, luxurious accommodation, and flexible event spaces to host everything from weddings, private parties, funerals and corporate functions.

Who owns Beamish Hall now?

The Craggs family bought the estate in the early 2000s and over the years, the business and building have undergone an extensive refurbishment and development programme.

Can you take your own food into Beamish?

Beamish Museum allows visitors to bring their own food and has various picnic areas, with some comments recommending specific eateries and shops within the museum. Yes you can take your own food! They also have an array of shops and I recommend the bakery and the sweet shop in the 1900s town.

Is Beamish cash only?

Will I need to pay by card for any purchases during my visit? We accept cash at the museum, though we do ask if payments can be made by card if possible.

Is Beamish car park free?

To The 1900s Pit Village - 440 yards | 402 metres | 5 minutes To The 1820s Landscape - 616 yards | 563 metres | 8 minutes To The 1940s Farm - 774 yards | 707 metres | 9 minutes To The 1900s Town - 1,091 yards | 998 metres | 12 minutes Accessible Parking Free accessible parking is at the lowest level of our car park to ...

Is there a cafe at the Black Country Museum?

Where can I eat and drink? There are a variety of options around the Museum for you to choose from, including Café Black Country in our Visitor Centre, our popular Hobbs & Sons Fish & Chip Shop as well as the Workers' Institute Café.

Why is it called the Black Country Museum?

In the West Midlands of England runs a 9-meter coal seam that transformed industry in Britain and throughout the world. First used publicly in the 1840s, the name “Black Country” refers to a collection of towns where pollution turned the dirt black, and smog from heavy industry turned the sky grey.

Is parking free at the Black Country Museum?

Parking is available (over 500 spaces) across our two car parks. A parking charge applies – please remember to purchase your car park token at our Visitor Centre. BCLM Members and Blue Badge holders park for free.