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BCLM downloadable trails for all

With 29 acres to explore and historic characters to meet, there’s a lot to see. We want to help you make the most of your visit, so why not download one of trails and see the Museum in a new way next time you visit?

Perhaps you’re an industrial enthusiast, or you love heritage transport? Maybe you’ve only got a couple of hours so want to make the most of your time? Read on to find the right trail for you.
Didn’t see everything you wanted to? Don’t forget, when you purchase a general admission ticket, you receive a year of free daytime returns!*

Fun for kids
If you’re bringing the kids along, take a look at what we think they’ll love to do.
From trying on military clothing to heading underground, and from having fun in our playground and fairground, to riding a vintage bus, there’s a whole day of fun waiting for you!

Two-hour trail
Take a tour through the history of the mighty Black Country.
Only got two hours? This trail shares examples from the different eras of our storytelling and covers industry, domestic life and social history.

Industrial enthusiasts
From mining to brickmaking, and from chain making to aluminium casting, find out more about the Black Country’s industrial past.

This trail points out examples of our storytelling where you can discover how the Black Country earned its name and what the region has produced.

Start in 1712
Our storytelling covers 250 years so why not do it in order?
This trail will guide you through it: from the Industrial Revolution all the way through to the hustle and bustle of the 1960s.

If it's raining
Don’t let the weather spoil your fun!
Exploring the Museum during wet weather is great for lots of reasons: there are less crowds, there are indoor demonstrations and there lots of cosy nooks and fireplaces to warm up next to.

Automotive admirers
We have the biggest collection of Black Country vehicles, from motorcycles to a fire engine!
This trail shares examples of where you can find out more about Black Country automotive manufacturing and vehicles. Want to find out more? Don’t miss our annual Festival of Vehicles held every June. It’s included in general admission with no further purchase necessary!

‘Av yow tried our Black Country fittle (food) and drinks?
Another way of learning and enjoying our Black Country heritage is by eating and drinking it, from hearty dishes to sweet-toothed favourites.

Nature lovers
It’s not only buildings to explore across our 29 acres, but our 10 gardens as well.
Our gardens not only offer shade in the summer and beautiful flowers in the spring, but each one tells stories about Black Country folk of the past and their way of life.

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