Black Country Living Museum Visitor Information Leaflet

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UNDERGROUND COALMINE TOURS The guided mine tour can
only accommodate limited numbers of visitors. We suggest that you visit
the mine on your way to the Museum’s canalside village.
CANAL TUNNEL TRIPS 38 Take a trip into the world famous spectacular
Dudley Canal Tunnel and Limestone Mines (additional charge applies).
REFRESHMENTS: The modern Cafe Bar situated in the Museum entrance
building serves a selection of drinks and light snacks. (Limited opening times).
The Canalside Cafe situated overlooking the Museum’s canal offers a
wide range of food, from Black Country delicacies, to snacks and hot and
cold meals.
Our world famous fish and chips (cooked traditionally in beef dripping) can
be purchased daily from 12.00 to 3.00 pm from the Fish & Chip Shop
situated at the heart of the Museum village.
The Bottle & Glass Inn serves, from 11.00 am to 3.30 pm, a selection of
traditional drinks including Black Country Real Ale. (12.00 - 3.30pm on Sunday).
Traditional sweets can be purchased from the Sweetshop and a selection
of cakes and bread are available from the Baker’s Shop.
MUSEUM GIFT SHOP: The Gift Shop is situated in the Museum
entrance building. Here you can purchase disposable cameras,
photographic films, batteries and plastic raincoats, just in case you have
forgotten the essentials. We have a wide selection of gifts and souvenirs
to help you remember your day at the Museum. From postcards and books,
sweets and preserves, toys and traditional games to glassware and
jewellery there is something to suit all tastes and pockets.
Other retail outlets on site include: Glass Cutter* 29 and Rock and
Fossil Shop* 7 Period Photographers Studio* 34 limited opening times*
TOILETS: Toilets are situated within the Museum entrance building, by the
Canalside Cafe, by the Workers’ Institute and at the Bottle and Glass Inn. Adapted
toilets are available in the Museum entrance building and next to the Canalside Cafe.
BABY CHANGING AND FEEDING: Baby changing facilities are available
in the Museum entrance building and next to the Canalside Cafe. Visitors
requiring privacy for baby feeding should request access to the First Aid
room in the Museum village.
ACCESS: Where original steps make wheelchair access difficult, portable
ramps are available. Ask any member of staff for assistance. Wheelchairs are
available from the Museum entrance building - check availability.
FIRST AID: Trained first aiders are always available at the Museum.
Seek assistance from any member of staff or go to the admissions desk in
the Museum entrance building.
THE MUSEUM IS A
NO SMOKING SITE
In the interest of safety and hygiene, visitors are not
permitted to take food into any of the buildings.
If you encounter any problems during your day at the Museum
simply contact the nearest member of staff or go to the main
entrance building and we will do our utmost to help.
CORPORATE EVENTS
Why not arrange a company visit,
conference or exclusive evening
at the Black Country Living Museum.
To find out more call our Corporate
team on:
0121 521 5619
GUIDE BOOK
A full colour guide book giving
details of all the fascinating features
of the Museum can be purchased
from the Museum Shop
- a great souvenir!
Chat to the characters in the original
shops, houses and workshops.
Taste traditional fish and chips
from the 1930’s fish & chip shop.
Explore the interactive ‘Heart of
the Black Country’ Exhibition
Sample a traditional pint of
ale in the Bottle & Glass Inn
Explore the
underground coalmine
See demonstrations of
traditional crafts and skills
Watch classic comedies in
the 1920’s cinema
Enjoy all the fun of the
old tyme fairground...
Tipton Road, Dudley, West Midlands DY1 4SQ
tel: 0121 557 9643 www.bclm.co.uk
The Black Country Living Museum is a registered Charity. 504481
printed 03.09 NJD3042
DISCOVER EXPERIENCE EXPLORE TAKE PART

Welcome to the
Black Country Living Museum!
The Black Country Living Museum tells the story of
a fascinating period of history. Discover the Black
Country in the interpretive exhibitions then
explore the open air site where historic
buildings and features have been
brought together to vividly
recreate a past way of life.
Friendly costumed characters
will give you a warm
welcome and help
you make the most
of your day at
the Museum.
1 Transport
2 Vehicle Display
3 Brook Shaft
4 Cast Iron Houses &
Print Shop ✝
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5 Interpretive Exhibitions
6 Gift Shop, Cafe Bar &
Conference Facilities
7 Rock & Fossil Shop
8 Underground Mine Trips
10 9 Tram Rides Tram Stops
11 Racecourse Colliery ✝
12 Newcomen Engine ✝
13 Pitt’s Cottage (w)
14 Lench’s Oliver Shop
15 Folkes Park
Toll House
17 Observatory ✝
18 ‘Jerushah’ the Tilted Cottage
19 Fairground ▲
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20 19 Cradley Heath Workers’
Institute
Safety Notice
Please remember that the Museum has recreated the conditions of the 19th and early
20th Centuries. Please take care on the paths by the coal mine and elsewhere, where the surfaces
are typical of their time and not as smooth as modern paths, AND SUITABLE STURDY FOOTWEAR
SHOULD BE WORN AT ALL TIMES. Be alert for vehicle movement, especially where the trams and
trolleybuses are operating. Please also observe the requests of the Museum staff which are intended
for your comfort, security and safety.
21 Corner Development 29 Glass Cutter’s Workshop
Builder’s Yard
30 Gregory’s General Store
22 Old Birmingham Road 31 T. Cook’s Sweet Shop
23 Morrall’s Gentlemen’s 32 Chainmakers’ House
Outfitters
33 Baker’s Shop
24 Hobbs Fish &
34 Photographer’s Studio
Chip Shop
25 St. James’s School
26 Broome’s Garage
27 Tram Depot
28 Lime Kilns
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35 Pawnbroker’s Shop
38 Doo’s Chemist
39 Chapel
Canal Tunnel Trip ▲❉
Bakery
44 Rolling Mill
Shops
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Chainmaking Shop
Hardware Shop
Carter’s Yard (working horses)
Animal Trap Works
Limelight Cinema
Ironmonger’s Shop
Bottle and Glass Inn
Brass Foundry ✝
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For more detailed visitor information, please refer to the ‘Making the most of your visit’ section overleaf.
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Back to Back Houses
Cobbler’s Shop
Anchor Forge ✝
Ironworks Office
Nailmaking Shop ✝
Canal Boat Dock
Canalside Cafe
✝ These exhibits are demonstrated
from time to time.
▲ Not included in Museum
Admission Charge.
❉ Closed December
(w) Weekend Only