Bury Transport Museum
Bury Transport Museum
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Lionel
11 contributions
Aug 2022
A real treat. This museum combines very well with a trip on the East Lancs railway, whose Bury Bolton Street station is directly opposite. The museum is cheap, and contains some real treats: a streamlined huge steam locomotive whose full details my kid was able to fill in (but I've forgotten), a fire-engine, buses, lorries, and many of these things quite accessible (you can go on the bus and coach, and sit in the driver's seat on the locomotive). The staff were helpful but unobtrusive (which is a big plus for me, as the parent of an autistic teen who can't cope with bewhiskered friendly strangers in old uniforms wanting to talk about buses). This really is a little gem of a museum.
Written August 13, 2022
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Tracy W
Bristol, UK50 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, UK2,036 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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jerseygirl562016
Bolton, UK8 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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Tom W
Colchester, UK612 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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therichastill
Stevenage, UK2,196 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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barticus67
Southampton, UK123 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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TheRelfster
Manchester, UK1,501 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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Timtom124
Manchester, UK363 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
A really good place, free to get in which I was surprised about they should be charging. Excellent volunteers who have a wealth of knowledge and are really proactive. My two year old loved it and enjoyed it that much we went round twice !
Overall I would say we spent around 2 hours in there, though you could easily stay for longer.
Disabled access available including lifts and toilets.
Railway cafe is opposite (up a flight of stairs) so close to getting a brew or you can venture into the town. Parking available on site also.
Overall I would say we spent around 2 hours in there, though you could easily stay for longer.
Disabled access available including lifts and toilets.
Railway cafe is opposite (up a flight of stairs) so close to getting a brew or you can venture into the town. Parking available on site also.
Written July 31, 2021
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pahhpow
Bury, UK6 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
My wife and I went here with a one year and two year old. Both toddlers loved it! It’s a great place to keep toddlers entertained and it also has some interesting vehicles and information for adults too. My 2 year old loved going on the double decker bus, pretending to drive a real bus, and the mock up managers office. There was also some interesting steam vehicles. They have fancy dress you can try on, again my toddler loved wearing the bus drivers hat. The place is free although it’s run by volunteers and donations can be provided. We was greeted by a very friendly and enthusiastic volunteer who told us about the history of all the main exhibits, and what each section of the museum held. Just a note that it’s a cobbled floor so we couldn’t push our pram around, so maybe not ideal for babies who can’t get walk (unless you have a carrier, or happy to carry baby around).
Written March 26, 2020
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evansdonwan
Torquay, UK17 contributions
is it wheelchair friendly?
Lionel T
Preston, UK146 contributions
Yes it is, they have a lift up to the gallery area.
Jeanette T
Bury, UK
How much is the entry fee
Teresagranny
Brighouse, UK25 contributions
There is no entry fee it is donations
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