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Support Us Black Country Living Museum is a registered, educational charity. We are an independent museum that doesn t receive any public funds towards our day-to-day running costs.

6 miles to Wolverhampton Walsall Wednesbury 10/10 Guardian Travel There are lots of ways you can support us, including visiting the Museum, becoming a Member, making a personal donation or

Tipton West Bromwich Oldbury Dudley Become a Member As well as 12 months unlimited entry*, enjoy: Free car parking 20% discount, priority booking and fast track entry for special events Discounts on

getting here tel: 0121 557 9643 www.bclm.com 10 miles to Birmingham By Road On the A4037, 3 miles from M5 - Junction 2, 7 miles from M6 - Junction 10 (take A454). 10 miles from Birmingham City Centre.

1 Support Us Black Country Living Museum is a registered, educational charity. We are an independent museum that doesn t receive any public funds towards our day-to-day running costs. We need over 4m each year to look after the open-air site, care for our collections and provide a truly educational and fun day out for our visitors. 6 miles to Wolverhampton Walsall Wednesbury 10/10 Guardian Travel There are lots of ways you can support us, including visiting the Museum, becoming a Member, making a personal donation or volunteering. Your support in any of these ways is really important to us. Tipton West Bromwich Oldbury Dudley Become a Member As well as 12 months unlimited entry*, enjoy: Free car parking 20% discount, priority booking and fast track entry for special events Discounts on food and drink and in the Museum Shops Exclusive Member-only experiences And more! * excludes special ticketed events Find out more at Tipton Road, Dudley, DY1 4SQ. getting here tel: miles to Birmingham By Road On the A4037, 3 miles from M5 - Junction 2, 7 miles from M6 - Junction 10 (take A454). 10 miles from Birmingham City Centre. Follow the brown signs. Parking is available at the Museum - charges apply. Sat Nav: DY1 4SQ By Rail Tipton Station (1 mile away) is on the Birmingham to Wolverhampton line. Contact London Midland on or visit By Bus There are a number of bus routes that stop outside the museum. For details contact Traveline: or visit The Museum is proud to be recognised and supported by Keep in Touch... It s easier than ever to keep up to date with the latest news and events from Black Country Living Museum. Visit our website, sign up for our e-newsletter or follow us on social media. 17 Black Country Living Museum Trust is registered as an educational charity. Charity No Company Registration No (England & Wales)

About the Museum Join in 300 years of history across our 26 acre open-air Museum and experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Black Country s past.

the Black Country s impact on the world. photographs by Gibson Kochanek Studio www.gibsonkochanek.

2 About the Museum Join in 300 years of history across our 26 acre open-air Museum and experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Black Country s past. Take a trip into the thick of our underground mine, chat to our friendly characters, hop on a tram, explore our shops and houses, and enjoy live demonstrations as you discover the Black Country s impact on the world. photographs by Gibson Kochanek Studio 3 About the Museum 4-5 Village Life 6-7 Hard at Work 8-9 On the Move Events Plan Your Visit 17 Support Us 18 Find Us I loved this museum - for me it is the No.1 attraction in the UK... I could not recommend it more. Jane, Southampton, Tripadvisor 2 3

Indulge in traditional tastes of the past in our baker s shop, sweet shop and 1930s fish and chip shop Test your times tables in a 1912 school lesson Find out about weird

3 Village Life Ride a bus or take the tram down to our Canalside village where you ll be in good company with our costumed characters. They ll share fascinating real-life stories about living, working and shopping in the Black Country from the 1890s to the 1930s. Indulge in traditional tastes of the past in our baker s shop, sweet shop and 1930s fish and chip shop Test your times tables in a 1912 school lesson Find out about weird and wonderful treatments in Emile Doo s Chemist Catch a short film in our 1920s Limelight Cinema Quench your thirst in the Bottle & Glass Inn where a warm welcome awaits In the Black Country boiled sweets were known as Suck 4 5 keep in touch

Hard at Work See why the Black Country famously became described as black by day and red by night as you witness the glow of our forges, smell the steam of our engines and hear the hammering of hot

Descend on foot into the thick of our underground drift mine and face the harsh reality of a coal miner s life in the 1850s Our Anchor Forge is home to Charlie s Yard in the BBC s 1920s gangster

4 Hard at Work See why the Black Country famously became described as black by day and red by night as you witness the glow of our forges, smell the steam of our engines and hear the hammering of hot metal during our working demonstrations. Descend on foot into the thick of our underground drift mine and face the harsh reality of a coal miner s life in the 1850s Our Anchor Forge is home to Charlie s Yard in the BBC s 1920s gangster drama Peaky Blinder See sparks fly as our chainmaker forges a link of chain Imagine the earth moving in our anchor forge; 2017 will see the launch of our recently restored steam hammer Step inside our full scale working replica of Thomas Newcomen s 1712 steam engine, the first successful steam engine in the world A wonderful mix of education and entertainment that the 6 whole family can appreciate. Victoria, Stourbridge, Facebook 7

Discover what life was like on the cut at Castlefields boat dock before enjoying a trip with Dudley Canal Trust into the spectacular Limestone Caverns (additional

5 On the Move Travel back to the early 20 th century and find out why the Black Country became renowned for the manufacture of vehicles. Travel on the longest trolley bus route in the UK Find a magnificent collection of Black Country manufactured vehicles on display at our Motor Garage, Bradburn & Wedge Discover what life was like on the cut at Castlefields boat dock before enjoying a trip with Dudley Canal Trust into the spectacular Limestone Caverns (additional charges apply) Take a ride on one of our vintage trams or buses Museum boat, Birchills is the last surviving wooden joey boat with a day cabin fancy something different? 8 browse our online shop 9

2017 Events January - July Official Beer Sponsor advance booking essential. Please book your tickets early to avoid disappointment at www.bclm.

6 2017 Events January - July Official Beer Sponsor advance booking essential. Please book your tickets early to avoid disappointment at BCLM UnChained Annual Pass valid for this event daytime event evening event Exclusive Get Closer Pre-event for Members On the Move Sat 18 Sun 26 Feb Explore the region s rich transport heritage, from horse power to land speed records. Join us this half-term as we celebrate all things on the move. Steam Weekend Sat 20 & Sun 21 May Egg-citing Easter Activities Sat 8 Sun 23 Apr Red by Night Sat 20 May Half Price Admission Experience the industrial might of the Black Country. Watch as skilled craftsmen, live demonstrations and hard-hitting street theatre bring the reality of black by day, red by night to life. In the Thick of it: Children in Industry Sat 27 May Sun 4 Jun This half-term, take a walk in the well-worn shoes of the Black Country s working children and experience the ups and downs of their day-to-day lives. Festival of Black Country Vehicles Sun 18 Jun Black Country Weekend Sat 8 & Sun 9 Jul Join us as we spend the weekend celebrating the region in the run up to the fourth annual Black Country Day (Fri 14 Jul). 1940s Weekend Sat 15 & Sun 16 July Explore the sights and sounds of wartime Britain in this weekend of 40s fashion, food and entertainment. Also includes a special 1940s evening event. Saturday evening advance booking essential Let s Get Sporty Sat 22 Jul Sun 3 Sep Join us this summer as we race, jump and skip our way through some traditional sports of the Black Country. Sponsored by the University of Wolverhampton Learn Something New A range of fascinating experiences, workshops, crafts, talks and more designed to bring all ages closer to the Museum and its collections. Visit our website for details. All details are correct at the time of print. Check details on our website before travelling.

2017 Events August - December Official Beer Sponsor It was a totally immersive experience - in fact, I felt really sad to be leaving and going back to 'reality'.

Peaky Blinders Nights Fri 8, Sat 9, Fri 15 & Sat 16 Sep Explore the set of the hit BBC drama and discover the dark history of the notorious Peaky Blinders.

Foul Foods Sat 21 Sun 29 Oct Become a Victorian food detective this half-term and help us separate foul foods from tasty treats.

7 2017 Events August - December Official Beer Sponsor It was a totally immersive experience - in fact, I felt really sad to be leaving and going back to 'reality'. Stephanie, Leamington Spa, Facebook Late Night Summer Openings Open until 8pm Fri 4, 11, 18, & 25 Aug Explore the Museum after 4pm and you ll pay half the normal admission price. Peaky Blinders Nights Fri 8, Sat 9, Fri 15 & Sat 16 Sep Explore the set of the hit BBC drama and discover the dark history of the notorious Peaky Blinders. Dig for Victory NEW Sat 30 Sep & Sun 1 Oct Experience the harvest season in wartime Britain as we transform home-grown fruit and vegetables into thrifty dishes. Foul Foods Sat 21 Sun 29 Oct Become a Victorian food detective this half-term and help us separate foul foods from tasty treats. Halloween Nights Book early & save 10% Wed 25, Thu 26, Fri 27 & Sat 28 Oct Get ready for a frightfully good evening of entertainment as you trick or treat your way around the Museum. Make sure to dress up you might win a prize for the best-dressed ghoul! Santa Hunts Sat 25 & Sun 26 Nov Sat 2 & Sun 3 Dec Sat 9 & Sun 10 Dec Sat 16 Sun 24 Dec Join in the fun-filled search for Santa alongside the Museum s costumed characters in this magical experience. Christmas on the Homefront Sat 2 Dec Spend an evening with your fellow countrymen against a backdrop of festive wartime entertainment as you keep spirits high while the rations are low. Traditional Christmas Evenings Fri 8, Sat 9, Fri 15, Sat 16 & Sun 17 Dec Step back in time and discover the sights, sounds and smells of a magical Christmas past. Tickets for Christmas events go on sale on 1 Sep 2017 See our website for further information and prices

Opening Times 2017 Wed 11 Jan Sun 26 Mar Mon 18 Sun 24 Dec Wed Sun, 10am 4pm daily, 10am 4pm (daily from Sat 18 Feb Sun

Village C closed Wed 27 - Sun 31 Dec Racecourse Colliery G I daily, 10am 4pm F D Mon 1 Jan - Tue 16 Jan 2018 closed for

and up to 2 young people) Small Family (1 adult and up to 3 young people) Children (0-4 years) B 17.50 14.00 8.

James s School E Baby changing facilities Accessible toilets No dogs Except assistance dogs Picnic areas No smoking

com/access If you are a UK taxpayer you can help support Black Country Living Museum further by Gift Aiding your

This means that for every 1 you spend on your tickets, we can claim back 25p from the Government to help fund all of

It is a unique experience & unlike anywhere we have visited before Michaela, Canterbury Facebook Visiting as a group or

14 Accessible transport Hearing loops Access guide Disabled parking Food & drink available across the Museum Food,

com/groups Boat Dock & Industries Entrance *seniors (60+), students with NUS card, jobseekers Don t forget, now you can

8 Opening Times 2017 Wed 11 Jan Sun 26 Mar Mon 18 Sun 24 Dec Wed Sun, 10am 4pm daily, 10am 4pm (daily from Sat 18 Feb Sun 26 Feb) Mon 25 Dec & Tue 26 Dec daily, 10am 5pm Mon 6 Nov Sun 17 Dec Wed Sun, 10am 4pm Workers Institute A Canalside Village C closed Wed 27 - Sun 31 Dec Racecourse Colliery G I daily, 10am 4pm F D Mon 1 Jan - Tue 16 Jan 2018 closed for preservation work Canal Mon 27 Mar Sun 5 Nov Plan Your Visit H Ca n War Memorial Prices 2017 al Book online and beat the queues Adult Concessions* Young people (5-16 years) Essential Carer Family (2 adults and 3 young people) Family (2 adults and up to 2 young people) Small Family (1 adult and up to 3 young people) Children (0-4 years) B Free Free St. James s School E Baby changing facilities Accessible toilets No dogs Except assistance dogs Picnic areas No smoking Anywhere on site Shopping Access Guide A free guide is available on our website If you are a UK taxpayer you can help support Black Country Living Museum further by Gift Aiding your admission. This means that for every 1 you spend on your tickets, we can claim back 25p from the Government to help fund all of the great work that we do. It is a unique experience & unlike anywhere we have visited before Michaela, Canterbury Facebook Visiting as a group or educational party? Discounted rates are available for pre-booked groups of 15 or more. 14 Accessible transport Hearing loops Access guide Disabled parking Food & drink available across the Museum Food, Drink & Shopping Groups Please call for more information or visit Boat Dock & Industries Entrance *seniors (60+), students with NUS card, jobseekers Don t forget, now you can pay for just one day and visit for 12 months Newcomen A Bottle & Glass Inn The best Fish & B Rolfe Street Café Chips in the whole C Workers Institute Café wide world! D Hobbs & Chip Visiting as afish group or Shop Gary, Bloxwich, E The Museum Shop educational party? Twitter Discounted rates Shop are F Veal s Baker s available forsweet groups of G T.Cook s Shop 15 or more. H Rock & Fossil Shop Contactless I H.Morall s Gentlemen s Outfitters payment groups Please andcall more forpurchases more information Your help support the Museum s work as an educational charity available 16

Pay once, visit for 12 months

One of The Telegraph s 50 Great Days Out Pay once, visit for 12 months About the Museum Visit our 26 acre open-air museum and experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Black Country as you