British Commercial Vehicle Museum, Leyland. Admission Charge.
Details
Accessibility:
Allocated parking bays situated outside of main doors. Ramped entrance through double manual doors. Floor is laid to tiles with rubber matting in areas. Exhibits are accessible to all, with ramps situated throughout the building. Assistance dogs are welcome. Accessible toilets on-site, as well as baby-changing facilities. "There is easy access to all parts of the museum (including special toilet facilities) for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Only Assistance Dogs are allowed entry into the museum (Including The Heritage Café)."
Brief Description:
Founded in 1983, the British Commercial Vehicle Museum exhibits an array of vintage commercial and public vehicles, both toy and life-size models.
Please note that our photographs were taken prior to the reopening of the museum in 2019.
"For places to go, come rain or shine, there’s something for ALL ages at this unique motor museum. Thought provoking games & tasks for young ones (Pick up a ‘Tiger Cub Pack’ at reception); A nostalgic trip into the past for parents and grandparents; A wealth of history for ‘time-travellers’ to research – they all contribute towards a great day out in Lancashire!
We are just 3 minutes from M6 JCT 28 for Leyland. Brown tourist signposts give directions. So convenient too, for taking a break if planning a long journey which is passing north or south through Lancashire. Good coffee, something to eat, and a chance to see some historic, beautifully preserved vehicles… you will want to spend more time!"
Further Information:
Address:
British Commercial Vehicle Museum, King Street, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 2LE.
Email:
Phone:
01772 451011.
Website:
Opening Hours:
The museum was closed for refurbishments and reopened in 2019. "Our opening hours currently are stated on our website, and are (in February 2023) as follows: Thursday to Sunday, 10:00 - 16:30." Please see website for future opening times and updates.
Directions:
Situated 7 miles South of Preston via A59, A582,/Golden Way, B5252, B5256, B5254 .
20.7 miles North/West of Bolton via M61, M65, A582, B5254. OS SD542221 .
Transport:
Buses operate in and around the area with the closest stop approximately a five minute walk away. Accessible by car. Nearest railway station is Leyland, approximately a ten minute walk away. For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
There is a cafe at the museum serving a selection of light snacks, cakes and refreshments.
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
Nearest Venues
482 metres*
St Andrew's Parish Church, Leyland, Lancashire
554 metres*
St Mary's Church, Leyland, Lancashire
703 metres*
Centurion Tank, Farington Moss, Lancashire
1.63 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.