This is a wonderful quirky space. Like the attic of your eccentric uncle who travelled widely,…read morebrought back whatever he could carry, then carefully catalogued everything (idiosyncratically) and then left it for you to go through--that is, if your uncle was the entirety of the British empire. Can't say enough. You can spend days here and still be saying "did you see THAT?"

We had a great time exploring the Pitt Rivers Museum! There is SO much on display it's almost hard…read moreto take it all in. If you're an anthropology buff, this is your place. So many neat things to see and everything you can imagine, too many to list. From clothing to masks to weapons to toys all from different cultures and different times. We even saw a Totem Pole! Overall a fascinating place to visit, just wish we'd had more time to explore!

Visited the museum while in Oxford for the day. Lots of history and neat exhibits to visit. We…read moresaw insects, fossils and tons of other things, almost too many to list. The day of our visit, there were a few schools visiting but everyone we encountered from the staff to the young preschool students were friendly and considerate. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Oxford.

A museum of natural history would generally be on my list of "museums I don't wish to visit" but…read morethe Oxford Museum of Natural History proved that I barely know myself. First, it's free of charge which automatically makes it attractive. But though free may get me in the door it won't guarantee I'll enjoy it. This museum isn't just free but it is also gorgeous and interesting, a real home run. And, in the event that Natural History isn't your jam even here, this place contains the portal to the almost indescribable Pitt Rivers Museum (also free). One of these is bound to be your happy place.

What an amazing place! We happened to see this museum as we…read morewere walking by and were intrigued by their moving signage. Inside there are plenty of machines that whir and perform small tasks or even make music. Lots of interactive things to see and do, buttons to push, pedals to press, even a magnetic marble track you can build yourself! It's a treat for young and old and definitely worth the small entry fee.

The opening hours are stated for October to March. Opening hours from April to September are a…read morelittle longer (10:30 to 18:30 daily). A friend recommended this place to me thinking that my boys would like it. My friend was right! We did all enjoy the interactive displays. The extent of the interactivity is mainly pressing a button though but it's still good. There is an interesting range of mechanical art and my boys and I were fascinated by the mechanisms. It is quite a small place. It cost £19 for the four of us (2 adults and 2 children) which isn't too bad but, considering we spent less than an hour in there and saw everything, it does seem a little expensive. There are two floors. One very small room on each floor displaying different pieces of art. It can get rather crowded due to the small size, especially downstairs where the entrance/exit is the same. In the same small area, there is a counter where there is a single member of staff who both admits people and serves the gift shop. The gift shop is basically a small portion of the wall within the ground floor of the museum. Many items are over-priced and the selection is very limited. We did enjoy ourselves there and would recommend it but it could get claustrophobic and the upstairs can be noisy (although it does state this on the signage).

Located in Oxford England,this museum was built back in 1683 and has gone over numerous renovations…read moremaking it one of Britain's first public and oldest museum. Admission is free . You can explore exhibits of ancient Egyptian Mummies , Archaeology Specimens,Arundel Marbles and Modern Art just to name a few. A good way to spend free time while in Oxford.

The Ashmolean was a wonderful surprise during our stay in Oxford. I had heard of the museum and did…read morea little research so I knew what to focus on, but it far surpassed my expectations. There's archeological artifacts, art, and so much more from so many varying parts of the world and times. Best of all, it's FREE! If you're planning a visit to Oxford, carve out some time and be sure to visit the museum. (Great rooftop restaurant to boot)

Think quality over quantity, the museum is not overwhelming at all. Highlight of the museum is…read moreEinstein's chalkboard on his theory of relativity. Admission is free!

Oxford is amazing no matter where you go!! It's so steeped in history and this museum delivers!! We…read moresaw the chalkboard with Einstein's scribble of his theory of Relativity!! If that isn't a humbling experience, look at all the other artifacts that this museum houses!!! It's brilliant and incredible!! Too much to list and do, you just have to go and see for yourself!!! Highly recommend stopping in and just immersing yourself in history!!!

This was a wonderful private collection started in 1978 by a man moving fro South Africa…read more He had a real eye for collecting. Cars, bikes, motorcycles, toys, pic nic sets , side cars and signs. Overwhelming. Great two hours. Nominal fee

One of the highlights of our trip. Went way above expectations and then some. So well organized…read more Spotless. An amazing collection of cars, camper vans, motorcycles, toys and even a "car parts shop" that looked like it could have been real. Very impressed and would go back many times again.

Unexpectedly brilliant. From the Victorian parlour through the street of old shops (complete with…read moretoxic chemicals, once used as pharmaceuticals, in the locked cabinets!) to the massive hall of telephony, every aspect was thoughtfully and informatively designed and executed. Best: it's accessible, with as much as possible being there to touch and examine. A gem - kudos, guys.

It is an excellent and pretty large local history museum. There was some great work by staff to…read moreinteract with visitors and offer demonstrations. The museum is much bigger than expected and we did not really have time to see it all and only just managed to grab a cream tea (very nice) in the cafe. Reccommended.

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An excellent visit, about 2 hours to just look properly. Excellent add ons from time to time, eg…read moreThe Trench Experience but you have to pay "peanuts" for that bit, Model railway of Wellingborough Station, and a lot of details about Wellingborough. Excellent little cafe, selling Tizer!!! and all the other bits at very reasonable prices. Look at their website for all other "add ons"

Fantastic place to visit. Great collection and well presented art as well. Don't miss any floor.read more

The Imperial war museum in Cambridge Duxford is a wonderful place to visit…read more Located at an old airfield with many hangers and buildings ready to show off pieces of history and modern technology from throughout the years of arial warfare. Many planes from all around the world are housed here. They have concorde and lots of planes from years gone by. The museum is very good at showing you military planes from the modern Tornado back to the old spitfires. So really a good jump through time. You can also other bits and bobs too here, all mainly based around aircraft. They do also have other planes which are non military too just to help show the evolution of planes through the years. Its a very big place and you do spend a while outside walking between hangers. If its windy you will certainly know it especially near the runways, where it is just pure open space. The wind really does blow around the area. Not to good if its raining also, which can be a bit of a pain with all the outside walking. But with this aside its a great day out to look at history and how things have changed.