Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings

The Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings is close to Bromsgrove in Worcestershire. It is home to over 30 different buildings and structures which have been rescued and re-built on-site. The museum was first opened back in 1967 and became England’s first open-air museum .

What it there to do at Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings?

Buildings include a fully functioning windmill and a post-WWII prefab house that was used in many towns and cities after the war. There is a Victorian church that was originally built in 1891 at Bringsty Common in Herefordshire, the church is licensed for wedding blessings and services are even held there. Other exhibits which span over 700 years of history include a Perry mill, a toll house, an earth closet, a cruch frame barn, a granary and a counting house.

Some of the buildings are furnished internally to present a view of life in a particular area of the building, others are empty or contain display materials. The museum also contains the UK’s national telephone exchange kiosk including an interactive collection of rescued telephone boxes. The museum hosts a number of events, largely with a focus on families.

The museum has a forest play area that includes a play windmill. The play windmill incorporates a slide pole, a climbing wall, a climbing net, and two accessible levels – quite a lot for a relatively small piece of play apparatus. The area is accessed along a walkway through the trees.

Further Information Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings

Is there food and drink available?

There is a tea room serving hot and cold food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.

What are the main things to do?

Living history museum with historic buildings that have been rebuilt, plus an adventure play area. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

An adult ticket costs £10, children 5-17 £6 and under 5 are free. Other pricing options including family tickets are available.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.

Dog friendly?

Well-behaved dogs are allowed to visit the museum grounds but must be kept on leads at all times. Service dogs are welcome at the museum including the Edwardian Tea Room.