British Commercial Vehicle Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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From the bygone days of horse drawn carriages through to the state of the art power trucks you will discover a visually rich array of buses, fire engines, delivery trucks and even a very unique lawnmower.
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- Telboy freelanceSouthport, United Kingdom307 contributionsSpontaneous trip outWeather was pants,so decided after driving past here regularly I needed to call in and wasn't disappointed. Parking bit of a nightmare to be honest and limited disabled spaces, also a way a car had parked couldn't get into vacant disabled bay. On entering a nice polite happy lady gave us our leaflet showing vehicles we could go on and entrance ticket We decided to go to cafe f8rst and this is the only negative part of the museum, we had to feed our little mam tables were really busy, there were 2 vacant ones which hadn't been cleared because how busy they were , no problem cleared a table. Wife fed little man I ordered food, after being left standing at till for 10 minutes waiting to give order I ordered 3 chip barms and one cheese and ham panini and drinks, was told 40 min wait for food yeh that's fine. About 50 mins later food turned up chips were rock hard , and a panini that had a identity crisis hard crisp and nothing like a panini the food I'd give a 3 the staff though a 10 so was a massive shame. We then went around the exhibits and enjoyed the history and the presentation also the staff very knowledgeable Verdict couple of hours is enough, value for money yes food avoid go to tesco cafe around the cornerVisited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 15, 2024
- Alan MSittingbourne, United Kingdom11 contributionsA trip down memory laneI visited the museum due to a long-standing interest in commercial vehicles, and I happened to be in the area. The museum is packed full of interesting and superbly presented trucks, buses, vans, and emergency vehicles that all have an interesting history attached to them, and the museum volunteers are only too pleased to share their stories with you. I urge visitors to spend some time talking to them as it really enhanced the visit for me and my wife.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 30, 2024
- BigJeff L2,114 contributionsA real treat!Having not visited this musem for many years we decided to treat the father-in-law who had worked all of his life in transport (Buses and Trucks). Located in Leyland, on a site formerly part of the Leyland Motor factory, the British Commercial Vehicle Museum displays old buses, early fire engines and other historical and commercial vehicles produced by the British manufacturing industry.......but with a focus on the Leyland brand. The museum is very easy to find and there is a small car park plus a larger public car park adjacent. It is £10 for Adults which I found was good value. There are always a couple of volunteer experts knocking about for a chat and to answer any questions that you might have, there is also a small shop and a cafe on site for your deserved rest at the end!.Visited June 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 23, 2024
- dashRuncorn, United Kingdom22 contributionsMemories and motionTook my 86 year old Father in law here and we enjoyed every second! Vehicles never seen before and some that he'd actually driven!! We loved it ❤️ The staff were amazing. So, trust the reviews, head on up there and see for yourself...oh, and grab a brew and a cake too 😋Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 24, 2024
- ClarissaCarpManchester, United Kingdom42 contributionsFirst-class experience for the vehicle enthusiastAbsolutely first class museum. A must for any vehicle enthusiast. Based in the old Leyland truck works. The volunteer staff (many of whom previously worked at the plant) were extremely helpful and insightful. Some of the exhibits are totally unique and all are very well presented. Highly recommended.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 6, 2024
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nonsibisedaliis
Toronto, Canada209 contributions
Jul 2023
I grew up in Leyland when the major industrial companies and employers (Leyland Motors, BTR, Leyland and Birmingham Rubber, Leyland Paints etc) were in the final years of their "pomp", so the museum has personal nostalgia for me! It is an excellently curated historical collection of commercial vehicles which cover the time when Leyland Motors was in business.
The exhibits are immaculate and trace the progress made from the early days of commercial vehicle manufacturing. The staff are really helpful, and the cafe has local fare including butter pies, all at reasonable prices.
It's not just about commercial vehicles, the displays show how society has changed in the last century so it has that broader appeal to would-be visitors.
The exhibits are immaculate and trace the progress made from the early days of commercial vehicle manufacturing. The staff are really helpful, and the cafe has local fare including butter pies, all at reasonable prices.
It's not just about commercial vehicles, the displays show how society has changed in the last century so it has that broader appeal to would-be visitors.
Written July 11, 2023
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Marc W
Bracknell, UK574 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
I've always loved transport and vehicles in general but up until now I'd only visited museums with mostly cars. There aren't many museums for trucks and I think this might be the only one in the UK so I was long overdue a visit.
I wasn't disappointed, although it's not a massive building, it's full of interesting British trucks, buses and vans. From a Leyland truck Popemobile to a Morris Oxford Ice Cream van, the selection of commercial vehicles is varied. Lots of them brought back memories from my childhood like memories of riding on the Bus when I stepped on the Leyland national. In fact I should mention that there are several vehicles which you can climb aboard, including the Leyland bus and the Popemobile mentioned earlier.
The museum does a great job of telling the story of commercial vehicles in the UK including their use and their production. It has examples from Horse drawn days right up to relatively modern trucks plus lots of models and other displays.
The rear of one truck included a small cinema type area showing an interesting film on UK truck production through the years.
It's an entertaining and informative place to visit and I think you'll find yourself interested even if you aren't usually a vehicle enthusiast.
It also has an excellent café plus the usual gift shop.
I'll definitely be returning one day despite it being nearly four hours from me!
I wasn't disappointed, although it's not a massive building, it's full of interesting British trucks, buses and vans. From a Leyland truck Popemobile to a Morris Oxford Ice Cream van, the selection of commercial vehicles is varied. Lots of them brought back memories from my childhood like memories of riding on the Bus when I stepped on the Leyland national. In fact I should mention that there are several vehicles which you can climb aboard, including the Leyland bus and the Popemobile mentioned earlier.
The museum does a great job of telling the story of commercial vehicles in the UK including their use and their production. It has examples from Horse drawn days right up to relatively modern trucks plus lots of models and other displays.
The rear of one truck included a small cinema type area showing an interesting film on UK truck production through the years.
It's an entertaining and informative place to visit and I think you'll find yourself interested even if you aren't usually a vehicle enthusiast.
It also has an excellent café plus the usual gift shop.
I'll definitely be returning one day despite it being nearly four hours from me!
Written November 28, 2023
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Adrian D
London, UK18 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
This is a very interesting museum with a large collection of vehicles, artefacts, models and memorabilia. The staff are helpful and well informed. I enjoyed my visit and recommend the museum to anyone with an interest in commercial vehicles. A great day out!
Written November 11, 2023
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halescouse04
Glasgow, United Kingdom8 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
I’m sure the museum itself has a splendid collection, but as the cafe wouldn’t accept my Scottish £10 note, I decided that they weren’t getting any of my custom or any further donations (which would’ve been Scottish notes as well). Please note that this is the ‘British’ Commercial Vehicle Museum, rather than an ‘English’ one. Very poor form for a national tourist attraction.
Written August 25, 2024
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We are sorry to hear about your negative experience, As a museum we do accept Scottish Notes. The Café is a separate business from us. We will pass your comments on to the Café owner.
Written August 29, 2024
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Welshpagan
Northwich, UK14 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
My son and I had an excellent afternoon here looking at all the wagons and trucks. There is a good selection of vehicles to look at and even some which you can go inside. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful and even left my son in to a couple of additional truck cabs.
There is a cafe on site with a great selection of food drinks at very reasonable prices.
I would definitely recommend if you want something to do on a wet afternoon.
There is a cafe on site with a great selection of food drinks at very reasonable prices.
I would definitely recommend if you want something to do on a wet afternoon.
Written October 16, 2022
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Leyland L
Preston, UK213 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Very interesting museum with some fantastic vehicles on display, including the Popemobile. Plenty of interactive displays for the kids and some of the vehicles are accessible for a closer look.
The cafe is always busy and can be entered without paying the admission to the museum, as can the small shop.
The cafe is always busy and can be entered without paying the admission to the museum, as can the small shop.
Written November 27, 2023
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Timtom124
Manchester, UK497 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Bout 30 minute drive for us, visited as our three year old loves anything transport related.
Parking was limited though a pay and display is next door.
Price was £8 each for adults, child was free.
Some interesting vehicles and my son loved it though £8 is a bit expensive really it’s not very large and you can walk around in about 20 minutes, 45 minutes if you read the content.
Cafe is top notch, especially the breakfast balms (that’s baps for southerners)
Parking was limited though a pay and display is next door.
Price was £8 each for adults, child was free.
Some interesting vehicles and my son loved it though £8 is a bit expensive really it’s not very large and you can walk around in about 20 minutes, 45 minutes if you read the content.
Cafe is top notch, especially the breakfast balms (that’s baps for southerners)
Written June 3, 2022
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Jacqueline H
Rugby, UK223 contributions
Oct 2021
An interesting museum with beautifully presented vehicles, friendly volunteers and fascinating information. Being in our 70's many of the exhibits are well remembered from our childhood streets, some are very much older and are all in truly magnificent condition. The entrance fee is very reasonable and although the floor area isn't huge, the number of things on display - from a little fire engine to the 'Popemobile' - is surprising. The exhibits aren't roped off and inaccessible and the volunteers don't glare if you get up close and personal with the gleaming brass and shining paint. We were heading north on holiday and asked if it would be possible to park our caravan in the carpark for an hour or so - 'No trouble at all.' we were told, and they meant it, That's going the extra mile for their visitors. Well done.
Written October 24, 2021
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swift-simba
Camberley, UK8,324 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The day that we went they had a lorry event in the outside car park. This meant that there was a lot to see outside as well as inside the museum.
There was a great selection of vintage trucks outside to see.
Inside the museum there were a lot of exhibits including lorries , busses, steam, models and engines on display.
It is well worth a visit if you are interested in vintage vehicles especially if they have an event on at the time.
There was a great selection of vintage trucks outside to see.
Inside the museum there were a lot of exhibits including lorries , busses, steam, models and engines on display.
It is well worth a visit if you are interested in vintage vehicles especially if they have an event on at the time.
Written August 25, 2023
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WendyPyatt
Portchester, UK50 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Wow, we had a fantastic time! It had been on our to do list for quite a while. There are some amazing vehicles, everything from a lawnmower to an artic lorry and all kept immaculately ! I'm 48 but decided to do the children's trail and draw the vehicles I saw, it was fantastic and I now have a new appreciation for the beauty and symmetry of buses and lorries ! Thank you for letting me sit in the fire engine, ring the bell and wear the helmet, that was probably the highlight of my holiday! My husband thoroughly enjoyed himself too!
Written September 11, 2023
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Sorry not sure but I don't think so. Give them a call, they are very friendly.
Written September 9, 2019
When is it open (what time of year)
Written August 17, 2018
what is the cost for entry to this attraction
Written March 10, 2017
Dear Carol,
Here are the prices for the museum.
Adults: £6.50
Children: £4.00 (4-15 years) Children under 4: Free
Family Ticket: £17.00 (2 Adults and up to 3 Children)
I hope this helps.
Peter.
Written March 11, 2017
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