The 10 Best Specialty Museums in West Midlands, England

May 29, 2021 Ying Subia

Discover the best top things to do in West Midlands, United Kingdom including Mushroom Green Chainshop, Wolves Museum, The Coventry Music Museum, Galton Valley Canal Museum, J. W. Evans Silver Factory, Sgt Bilko's Vintage Emporium and The Phil Silvers Archival Museum, Lanchester Interactive Archive, Soho House, Aston Manor Road Transport Museum, Black Country Living Museum.
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1. Mushroom Green Chainshop

Quarry Road Mushroom Green, Cradley Heath, Sandwell DY2 0EE England http://www.facebook.com/mushroomgreenchainshop
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Mushroom Green Chainshop

2. Wolves Museum

Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton England +44 871 222 1877 http://tickets.wolves.co.uk/en-GB/categories/museum
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5.0 based on 97 reviews

Wolves Museum

Reviewed By paddyr919 - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

I took my teenage daughter recently for the access all areas stadium tour and the museum at the end of the tour I’m not a wolves fan but went with an open mind and to enjoy my daughters company The tour and museum took 3 hours and I throughly enjoyed the experience it was light hearted informative and took us everywhere from players lounge, pitchside, dugouts and executive boxes a wonderful tour experience followed by a fantastical museum stacked with loads of memorabilia for a nurturel to enjoy Held the attention of my footie mad daughter so would well recommend it !

3. The Coventry Music Museum

7 The Courtyard 74-80 Walsgrave Road Unit 3, The 2-Tone Village Courtyard, Rear of 74-80 Walsgrave Road, Coventry CV2 4ED England +44 7971 171441 [email protected] http://www.covmm.co.uk
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5.0 based on 973 reviews

The Coventry Music Museum

Our multi awatd winning museum celebrates music from Coventry and Warwickshire in all its forms. Not just 2-Tone. From Delia Derbyshire to King, from The Specials to The Enemy, Hazel O'Connor, The Primitives and even the famous John Lennon Yoko Ono visit to Coventry are all exhibited here. We are open 10 to 3.00 (last entry ar 2.30) on every Bank Holiday Monday BTW.

Reviewed By Quest783005

Well what a friendly informative bunch,, had a fantastic morning here this morning, loved the new car from the ghost town video and being able to have a picture Sat in it was a dream come true,, thanks Peter chambers and the luvly friendly volunteers , and I've a tip for you, have your breakfast when you get here at the two tone cafe just a couple of yards away, it was fantastic and the staff there were great too, and great value,, also visit the shops in the same ally, see suky in the memorabilia shop and snap up a bargain,, see you all agsin soon , Tomo

4. Galton Valley Canal Museum

Canalside Off Brasshouse Lane, Smethwick, Sandwell B66 1BA England +44 121 556 0683 [email protected] http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/museums
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Galton Valley Canal Museum

5. J. W. Evans Silver Factory

57 Albion Street, Birmingham B1 3EA England +44 370 333 1181 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/j-w-evans-silver-factory/
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

J. W. Evans Silver Factory

Reviewed By PurpleHogwarts

I would say that J W Evans is for certain an unknown gem and an historical site like no other. In fact the moment you walk through the front door into what looks like an unassuming, normal a Victorian house from street there is nothing to prepare you for what is inside. Very similar to what other reviewers have said this place is a time capsule to the past silver and metal industry that was prominent in the industrial heyday of Birmingham and the Jewellery Quarter. It is preserved as a unique time capsule due to how the Evans family sold the factory to English Heritage. Speaking of English Heritage our tour group was given a lovely warm welcome by both staff and volunteers alike and it is truly the volunteer guides that brought the empty factory back to life for us through their knowledge. Yes you can only visit this place by booking a tour, but once you visit you can understand why! Through touring we were shown the science behind the process of how their products were made and how the J W Evans brand got established which in turn gave us the history of family and the workers who made it all possible. To book a guided tour which is the only way to do it and to find out touring dates the J W Evans page on the English Heritage website is pretty easy. The tour took around 1 and half hours, but time soon flew for us! I also recommend doing what we did and pairing it with the Coffin Works museum, which is also located in the Jewellery Quarter, as the two museums and their history with silver work meant the two complimented each other.

6. Sgt Bilko's Vintage Emporium and The Phil Silvers Archival Museum

Unit 2C Fargo Village Far Gosford Street Far Gosford Street, Coventry CV1 5ED England +44 7773 579181 [email protected] http://www.sgtbilkosvintageemporium.com
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5.0 based on 115 reviews

Sgt Bilko's Vintage Emporium and The Phil Silvers Archival Museum

Sgt Bilko's Vintage Emporium is a unique venture situated in Fargo Creative Village specialising in vintage and modern film, stage and television memorabilia. With a strong emphasis of everything 'cult' the store will cater for a wide range of tastes. Offering a varied and revolving selection of rare autographs, books, magazines, FOH stills, DVD/Blu Ray, collectors toys, models, limited editions, framed photos, childrens toys, trading cards, soundtracks, quad posters, comics and standees. The proprietor Steve Everitt is an avid memorabilia aficionado and collector and brings a wealth of experience to this new venture. Co-founder of The British Phil Silvers Appreciation Society, Steve was heavily involved with the 2014/2015 DVD release of The Complete Phil Silvers Show and is currently working on a number of Phil Silvers related projects. The British PHIL SILVERS Appreciation Society are proud to announce the launch of THE PHIL SILVERS ARCHIVAL MUSEUM. The Museum is dedicated to the life and work of Phil Silvers and will house a generous display of personal effects and items, posters, photographs, letters, books and memorabilia. Doors officially opened on November 1st, 2015 - the 30th anniversary of Phil's passing with extensive press, radio and television coverage. Entry is free and all fans and admirers of Phil Silvers are welcome.

Reviewed By warwickshireroamer

My friend and I popped into the impressive Fargo Village and we came across this charming place. The curator’s passion for his collection and his authentic knowledge was very evident. Listening to the curator was 15-20 minutes well spent. I ve just read a touching backstory to this endeavour on the internet. As with the Two Tone Village and the Coventry Music Museum, I hope the Fargo Village and this charming emporium and museum get the recognition they deserve when Coventry enjoys its well-deserved tenure as the City of Culture.

7. Lanchester Interactive Archive

Frederick Lanchester Building Gosford Street Frederick Lanchester Library, Coventry University, Coventry CV1 5DD England +44 24 7765 7253 [email protected] http://www.lanchesterinteractive.org
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Lanchester Interactive Archive

The Lanchester Interactive Archive is the largest collection in the world dedicated to British engineer, physicist, mathematician, and entrepreneur Frederick Lanchester. The project has created a space where you can view part of the collection, sit inside a Lanchester car, and explore displays giving interpretations of his creations and how they still influence modern technologies.

8. Soho House

5 Soho Avenue Handsworth, Birmingham B18 5LB England +44 121 348 8150 [email protected] http://www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/soho
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4.5 based on 374 reviews

Soho House

Soho House was the elegant home of the industrialist and entrepreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. The house has been beautifully restored and reflects the fashions and tastes of the late Georgian period. There’s also the chance to see some of the products of Boulton’s nearby factory – where buttons and buckles, clocks and vases, and silver and Sheffield plate tableware were made – and where he developed the steam engine in partnership with James Watt. Soho House was also a favourite meeting place of the Lunar Society, a leading Enlightenment group. The Lunar Society would meet every month on the night of the full moon to dine, conduct experiments, and discuss philosophical matters of the day. Members of the society included Erasmus Darwin, James Watt and Joseph Priestly who all gathered around the Lunar Room table and engaged in a lively exchange of ideas which inspired many new discoveries and inventions.

Reviewed By Pitchkid

Always wanted to visit Soho House, although the grounds and house are somewhat reduced in size from its early beginnings, I found it a fascinating place to visit and to learn more of the history of the pioneering Matthew Boulton, his home and his factory.

9. Aston Manor Road Transport Museum

Shenstone Drive (off Northgate), Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8TP England +44 1922 454761 [email protected] http://www.amrtm.org/
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

Aston Manor Road Transport Museum

This specialty museum features buses, trucks and tramcars of yesteryear in attractive settings, with lots of related artefacts and displays of transport history. Small shop with models and books.

Reviewed By Janit5954

We went to the open day on the 7/3/20,we had a 40min free ride in an old bus. Really took us back to our childhood, the kids loved it ????. The museum is a credit to the people that run it. Amazing fun, and such lovely volunteers thankyou so much. I would recommend to anyone.

10. Black Country Living Museum

Tipton Road, Dudley DY1 4SQ England +44 121 557 9643 [email protected] http://www.bclm.com
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4.5 based on 5,465 reviews

Black Country Living Museum

Covering 26 acres of former industrial land, Black Country Living Museum is uniquely placed to tell the story of the creation of the world’s first industrial landscape. Over fifty authentic shops, houses and workshops have been carefully reconstructed to preserve the character of the region when its manufacturers bought worldwide fame to Black Country Towns. Take a trip on the tram to explore the canal-side village, where you can meet and chat to the costumed characters. Explore the underground mine and experience the authentic sights, sounds, smells and tastes from the past.

Reviewed By debyluann - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Love this place so good for kids and adults alike, the fish and chips are so yummy - loved the show in the school - i got the cane nearly lol the actors are really good Defo will be back soon with our annual pass

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