Theme parks · West Midlands
The Black Country Living Museum
In or near Wolverhampton.
The Black Country Living Museum — a theme park in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Mike Faherty — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- School holidays (Apr–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Tipton · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Black Country Living Museum is a theme park located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Black Country Living Museum is an open-air museum that showcases over 250 years of history from the Industrial Revolution to post-war prosperity. Visitors can explore reconstructed shops, houses, and industrial workshops while interacting with historic characters who bring the past to life through demonstrations.
Place summary
The Black Country Living Museum is a theme park located in the West Midlands, postcode DY1. This open-air museum showcases the industrial heritage of the Black Country, featuring reconstructed historic buildings and various exhibits that reflect the area's social history and development.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5215, -2.0765
- District
- Dudley
- Parish
- Dudley, unparished area
- Postcode
- DY1 4AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dudley
- Phone
- +44 121 557 9643
- Nearest railway station
- Tipton — 1.2 km
- Official site
- bclm.com
Sources
- osm: way/24989632 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Black Country Living Museum?
- The Black Country Living Museum is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DY1 4AL), in the parish of Dudley, unparished area.
- What is The Black Country Living Museum?
- The Black Country Living Museum — a theme park in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Black Country Living Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Tipton, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode DY1 4AL.
- Does The Black Country Living Museum charge admission?
- The Black Country Living Museum typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to The Black Country Living Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Tipton, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DY1 4AL.
- Is The Black Country Living Museum suitable for children?
- Yes — The Black Country Living Museum is a family attraction designed for children. Most rides and attractions are aimed at the under-12 age band.