Bury Transport Museum
Bury Transport Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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jerseygirl562016
Bolton, UK9 contributions
Jul 2022
We took our 5 year old grandson here last Saturday 9th july. He is a train fanatic and we thought he would love it here. The fact that we thought it was free was a great incentive to visit. Firstly you have to go down a lot of deep steps to get to it, no mean feat if you are any way unsteady on your feet. When we went into the building we were told that it wasn't free anymore as "they" were losing money. We were charged £13 altogether, £5 for 2 x adults and £3 for our grandson. We obviously hadn't budgeted for this. The museum itself is ok but its not as interactive as we thought it would be. Some of the exhibits were cordoned off for maintenance or you weren't allowed on them so there was even less for him to do.The dressing up box is full of clothing that could do with a wash so we just closed the lid and left that alone. Our grandson spent most of the time playing with the toy engines on a table which he could have done at home, and he went on the Thomas the tank engine ride which we had to pay for.We took several photos of him stood next to the engines and that was about it. The floor is cobbled and again if you struggle to walk they are very uncomfortable. They have put carpet down over some of the area but unfortunately that makes it worse as you cant see them. All in all our grandson seem to enjoy it but we didn't and because of the walking difficulties and the entrance charge we wouldn't go again.
Written July 11, 2022
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Tracy W
Bristol, UK46 contributions
Sep 2021
We visited on the day we went to the East Lancashire Railway while we were waiting for our time for the Flying Scotsman event. This is a lovely little place with all sorts of vehicles. They have a one way system at the moment due to covid which allows you to be separated from people. It was a good hour or so to wander round. The volunteers at the door were great fun and so was the museum.
Written September 20, 2021
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holidaymanWashington
Washington, UK4,872 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
We have been planning to visit the museum for some time but didn't have the time, when we visited the East Lancs Railway in July. Entrance is free but all donations are greatly appreciated. Though fairly compact, the museum has some fine exhibits, many of which I remember from my earlier years. The vehicles have either been lovingly restored or carefully preserved and all are in fine condition. There are good descriptions on each exhibit. It is a bit uneven walking around, as the floor is made of cobblestones. There is plenty to do for children and lots of interesting things to see and it is accessible for disabled people, with lifts and toilets. The only thing lacking is a cafe and gift shop; both of which would provide valuable extra income but I cannot see anywhere to put them, without building an extension, which would deplete the free parking spaces.
Written August 18, 2021
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Tom W
Colchester, UK608 contributions
Sep 2021
My parents & I visited the East Lancashire Railway for the first time last Friday & our travel tickets entitled us to free entry to this great attraction too.
This place has so much to see, lots of interesting history of the railway itself plus all the models & full size vehicles which you can admire too.
I especially enjoyed seeing the Dennis F12 fire engine, the tractors & traction engines & steam roller.
The staff & volunteers we met that day were very friendly & helpful too.
A truly interesting & highly recommended museum to visit if you're ever in the area.
Thank you very much.
This place has so much to see, lots of interesting history of the railway itself plus all the models & full size vehicles which you can admire too.
I especially enjoyed seeing the Dennis F12 fire engine, the tractors & traction engines & steam roller.
The staff & volunteers we met that day were very friendly & helpful too.
A truly interesting & highly recommended museum to visit if you're ever in the area.
Thank you very much.
Written September 14, 2021
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David0ff82
Liverpool, UK1,445 contributions
Jul 2019
Me and my partner were in Bury for a couple days July 2019 we visited a few places around town and found the museum whilst checking out were the east lancs railway station was. The place is full of transport history and although not a huge place if it’s an area you have a particular interest in there’s plenty to keep you interested. We had a little look around exploring the different areas and reading some information. The staff on the way in were friendly too.
Written June 28, 2020
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,492 contributions
Jul 2021
The Bury Transport Mueum is linked to the East Lancashire Railway and is just across the road from the Bolton Road station in Bury.
It is reached by a gentle staircase from the car park and there is a cobbled area outside the museum.
To visit I had to book a ticket but there was no issue when I arrived as it was not very busy and the gentleman said I could go in even though I was a few minutes ahead of my booked time slot.
There is history of the many different types of transport in the local area including road, rail and canals. There is also a small display about the trams which go from Bury Interchange, a short walk away.
There are a variety of vehicles on display including buses, a coach and a fire engine. There is also a big collection of traction engines. There was information saying some are in steam on certain days.
There was no gift shop but I would suggest going to the station in Bolton Street if you want any souvenirs.
It is reached by a gentle staircase from the car park and there is a cobbled area outside the museum.
To visit I had to book a ticket but there was no issue when I arrived as it was not very busy and the gentleman said I could go in even though I was a few minutes ahead of my booked time slot.
There is history of the many different types of transport in the local area including road, rail and canals. There is also a small display about the trams which go from Bury Interchange, a short walk away.
There are a variety of vehicles on display including buses, a coach and a fire engine. There is also a big collection of traction engines. There was information saying some are in steam on certain days.
There was no gift shop but I would suggest going to the station in Bolton Street if you want any souvenirs.
Written July 22, 2021
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mystic100
Norwich, England268 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
If you have tickets for the nearby ( and associated) railway, then entry is free. In which case, give the museum a quick look - you will only need 15 to 20 minutes. Otherwise, even though entry is only £5, I would struggle to recommend as not currently much to see.
Written August 11, 2023
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TheRelfster
Manchester, UK2,079 contributions
Aug 2021
We went late on a Sunday morning and it was still quite quiet. There's a good range of exhibits, plenty of photos and information and a fab model train which a volunteer had working. Really surprised this is free as there's quite a lot to see.
Written August 16, 2021
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barticus67
Southampton, UK139 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
We were visiting the East Lancashire Railway and did not know about this museum before we went. What a pleasant discovery! The museum is easy to find from the nearby station and we had a very interesting time walking around the exhibits. Well worth a visit if you are interested in buses, trucks and trams.
Written October 6, 2021
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OdieUK
Dorset, UK492 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
We had decided to do a detour and call at the east lancs railway and bury transport museum. We were very disappointed to find that apart from 257 squadron running a dining train, their was only a couple of diesel services - very strange for an august Sunday afternoon.
So we wandered over the road, down the cobble steps to the bury transport museum.
Entry fee is £5 per adult (2023), but they do offer disabled/ carer tickets with a discount.
The museum is not big - being located in an old well restored goods shed.
Their are vehicles - including two double decker buses, a yelloways coach, fire engine, post office van and other railway and transportation memorabilia.
It’s all very nice and you can probably spend an hour looking at the exhibits. Perhaps on special open days / Thomas tank engine days etc the place has a bit more ‘life’
So we wandered over the road, down the cobble steps to the bury transport museum.
Entry fee is £5 per adult (2023), but they do offer disabled/ carer tickets with a discount.
The museum is not big - being located in an old well restored goods shed.
Their are vehicles - including two double decker buses, a yelloways coach, fire engine, post office van and other railway and transportation memorabilia.
It’s all very nice and you can probably spend an hour looking at the exhibits. Perhaps on special open days / Thomas tank engine days etc the place has a bit more ‘life’
Written August 20, 2023
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is it wheelchair friendly?
Written October 11, 2019
Yes it is, they have a lift up to the gallery area.
Written October 12, 2019
There is no entry fee it is donations
Written April 10, 2018
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