Avoncroft Museum

Avoncroft Museum Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings is an award-winning open-air museum spanning 700 years of life in the West Midlands.
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Set in a stunning rural location, Avoncroft has over 30 exhibits including domestic, commercial, ecclesiastical and agricultural buildings which have been rescued, restored and reconstructed on our site. Avoncroft is a six-times winner of the prestigious Sandford Award for quality and excellence in educational services and we welcome visits from schools, groups and societies. We have also received

a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2024, putting Avoncroft in the top 10% of visitor attractions reviewed. Our beautiful buildings and atmospheric grounds are much in demand as a wedding venue (we also offer vintage weddings) and as locations for filming and photography. The site is also home to the UK's National Telephone Kiosk Collection (including a rare blue police phone box) and a miniature railway. We have a lively and varied programme of events including historical re-enactments, traditional celebrations, activity days and cultural events. Award winning Museum
Winner of Visit Worcestershire Small Visitor Attraction of the Year 2025. Winner of Tripadvisor 'Travellers' Choice Awards 2025

Please note that from this Saturday 8th August through to Sunday 16th August the Windmill will be closed to visitors. Ou...
07/08/2026

Please note that from this Saturday 8th August through to Sunday 16th August the Windmill will be closed to visitors. Our team of volunteers will be carrying out essential conservation work to the windmill before it reopens on Wednesday 19th August.

There is still lots to see and do throughout the museum and our Kids Go Free offer is available throughout the school holidays.

Order of the Day for our Have-a-go-history weekend on 8 and 9 August with the Devereux Regiment 17th century reenactors....
06/08/2026

Order of the Day for our Have-a-go-history weekend on 8 and 9 August
with the Devereux Regiment 17th century reenactors.

Kids Go Free *Up to two children free with each full adult ticket purchased
book now for 10% discount and Members go free.

Free parking, dog friendly, Fairground Fun.

Visit website for more details and to prebook

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/have-a-go-history-with-devereaux-regiment

Avoncroft Museum Announces Fantastic Live Entertainment Line-Up for 1940s On The Home Front Weekend.Although summer is i...
04/08/2026

Avoncroft Museum Announces Fantastic Live Entertainment Line-Up for 1940s On The Home Front Weekend.

Although summer is in full swing at Avoncroft Museum, plans are already well underway for one of our biggest events of the year. We are delighted to reveal the exciting live entertainment line-up for our 1940s On The Home Front Weekend, taking place on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October.

Visitors can enjoy a full programme of authentic wartime music, dancing and entertainment across the museum's 19-acre site, bringing the sights and sounds of the 1940s to life.

Keeping the atmosphere alive throughout the weekend will be the fabulous DJ Guy Rolls with Guy's Jumpin' Boogie spinning the very best music of the 1940s.

Live performances across the weekend will include:

• Pat Reyford – also known as Sugar Ray Ford
• Zakk Dienn – Rat Pack and swing vocalist performing timeless classics.
• Joe James Thomas as a superb Vintage George Formby Tribute
artist.
• Vintage Class Singers – Celebrating the golden era of vintage song harmony.

On Saturday, Sarah and her dancers from Waterside Swing Dance, will be hosting free dance classes, giving visitors the chance to learn some classic wartime dance moves before helping to launch our spectacular Saturday Evening Wartime Dance.

The evening dance promises to be a wonderful edition to the Saturday, featuring:
• Shannon - The Vocalist Shannon the Vocalist – More than just a singer, Shannon is a musical time traveller, transporting audiences back to the golden age of wartime entertainment.
• Pat Reyford, returning to the stage to keep everyone dancing and enjoying his energetic performance as Sugar Ray Ford.

The live entertainment joins an action-packed weekend featuring military and civilian re-enactors, historic vehicles from the 1930s and 1940s, immersive living history displays, Vintage Shopping Village, Vintage Fashion Show, Vintage Hair Stylists, Home Front demonstrations and family activities across the museum.

Whether you're passionate about wartime history, vintage shopping, love vintage music and dancing, or are simply looking for a fantastic family day out, the 1940s On The Home Front Weekend promises an unforgettable experience.

Tickets for the 1940s On The Home Front Weekend on 3 and 4 October, along with tickets for the Saturday Evening Wartime Dance, are available to book now.

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/on-the-home-front-1940s-weekend-3-4-october-2026

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/1940s-war-time-dance-3-october-2026

04/08/2026

Avoncroft Museum Announces Fantastic Live Entertainment Line-Up for 1940s On The Home Front Weekend.

Although summer is in full swing at Avoncroft Museum, plans are already well underway for one of our biggest events of the year. We are delighted to reveal the exciting live entertainment line-up for our 1940s On The Home Front Weekend, taking place on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October.

Visitors can enjoy a full programme of authentic wartime music, dancing and entertainment across the museum's 19-acre site, bringing the sights and sounds of the 1940s to life.

Keeping the atmosphere alive throughout the weekend will be the fabulous DJ Guy Rolls with Guy's Jumpin' Boogie spinning the very best music of the 1940s.

Live performances across the weekend will include:

• Pat Reyford – also known as Sugar Ray Ford
• Zakk Dienn – Rat Pack and swing vocalist performing timeless classics.
• Joe James Thomas as a superb Vintage George Formby Tribute
artist.
• Vintage Class Singers – Celebrating the golden era of vintage song harmony.

On Saturday, Sarah and her dancers from Waterside Swing Dance, will be hosting free dance classes, giving visitors the chance to learn some classic wartime dance moves before helping to launch our spectacular Saturday Evening Wartime Dance.

The evening dance promises to be a wonderful edition to the Saturday, featuring:
• Shannon - The Vocalist Shannon the Vocalist – More than just a singer, Shannon is a musical time traveller, transporting audiences back to the golden age of wartime entertainment.
• Pat Reyford, returning to the stage to keep everyone dancing and enjoying his energetic performance as Sugar Ray Ford.

The live entertainment joins an action-packed weekend featuring military and civilian re-enactors, historic vehicles from the 1930s and 1940s, immersive living history displays, Vintage Shopping Village, Vintage Fashion Show, Vintage Hair Stylists, Home Front demonstrations and family activities across the museum.

Whether you're passionate about wartime history, vintage shopping, love vintage music and dancing, or are simply looking for a fantastic family day out, the 1940s On The Home Front Weekend promises an unforgettable experience.

Tickets for the 1940s On The Home Front Weekend on 3 and 4 October, along with tickets for the Saturday Evening Wartime Dance, are available to book now.

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/on-the-home-front-1940s-weekend-3-4-october-2026

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/1940s-war-time-dance-3-october-2026

The view from the Windmill at Avoncroft Museum has changed over the years – not because of modern development, but becau...
04/08/2026

The view from the Windmill at Avoncroft Museum has changed over the years – not because of modern development, but because the windmill itself has moved!

Originally standing at Hill Farm, Danzey Green in Warwickshire since the 1830s, the windmill had been unused since 1874. After a storm damaged one of its sails, it gradually fell into disrepair.

In 1969, its rescue began, it was carefully dismantled in just six weeks before being brought to Avoncroft Museum. Over the next seven years, it was painstakingly restored and rebuilt, becoming what many visitors see as the jewel in Avoncroft's crown.

Today, she stands proudly in Windmill Field, overlooking the beautiful Worcestershire countryside and providing some truly breath-taking views.

Following the completion of our latest restoration project last year, the windmill is sailing once again (weather permitting) on the last Sunday of each month throughout the summer.

You can also enjoy fascinating guided tours, led by our knowledgeable volunteer millers, every Wednesday and Saturday, with tours included in normal museum admission.

If you've never climbed to the top of the steps or even higher ! – here are a few views to inspire you.

When we say Avoncroft Museum is set in the beautiful rural Worcestershire countryside, this is exactly what we mean! 🌾🌳💨

We are open Wednesdays to Sunday's and Bank Holiday Monday until 31 August. With our kids Go Free offer (2 free child tickets with each full price adult ticket.)

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/summer-holidays-1-july-31-august-kids-go-free

Step into the 17th Century at Avoncroft Museum! ⚔️Join us on 8 & 9 August as theDevereux Regiment of 17th Century Re-ena...
03/08/2026

Step into the 17th Century at Avoncroft Museum! ⚔️

Join us on 8 & 9 August as the
Devereux Regiment of 17th Century Re-enactors brings history to life with a weekend of action, music and family fun!

🔥 Watch musket and pike drills
⚔️ Marvel at sword displays
💃 Enjoy traditional dancing and live music
🙌 Have a go at pike drills, sword handling and dancing with the regiment!

Sunday Highlights
⛪ 10.30am – A traditional service led by Mr Stockham, followed by a rousing rendition of Psalm 100

Both days
⚔️ Displays and have-a-go sessions continue throughout the day, with dancing, drills and demonstrations until 2.45pm.

👨‍👩‍👧 Kids Go FREE this summer!*
Up to two children go free with every full-paying adult. Adult tickets can be booked in advance or purchased on the door. (Additional children charged at the standard admission price.)

There's even more to enjoy:
* Vintage fairground fun
* Fairground kids craft tent (Saturday)
* Corn dolly making
* Explore our Telephone Kiosk Collection
* Discover 30 historic buildings across 19 acres
* Two playgrounds, lawn games and dress-up fun

🎟️ Avoncroft Members – no need to pre-book, simply bring your valid Membership Card for free entry.

Come along for a fantastic weekend where history isn't just something you watch – it's something you can experience!

30/07/2026

Come along to Avoncroft this Sunday as the Bromsgrove Court Leet test the museum’s flour, bread, honey and beer.
Book online and save 10% ( )

🌾🍞 Celebrate Lammas at Avoncroft Museum this weekend! 1 & 2 August 2026🍺🌾Step back in time and celebrate the traditional...
29/07/2026

🌾🍞 Celebrate Lammas at Avoncroft Museum this weekend! 1 & 2 August 2026🍺🌾

Step back in time and celebrate the traditional first harvest festival with a fun-filled family day out.

✨ See the Windmill sail (weather permitting)
🍞 Watch bread making in the Tollhouse
🍺 Sunday: See the Bromsgrove Court Leet test Avoncroft's own beer, bread, honey, grain and flour
⛪ Sunday 2.30pm: Join the traditional Lammas Service in the Mission Church

Plus enjoy:
🚂 Miniature train rides
🎠 Vintage fairground fun
🎠 Fairground kids craft tent (Saturday)
🌽 Corn dolly making
☎️ Explore our Telephone Kiosk Collection
🏡 Historic Lammas Trail
🏡 Discover 30 historic buildings across 19 acres
🛝 Two playgrounds, lawn games and dress-up fun

👨‍👩‍👧 Kids Go FREE this summer!*
Up to 2 children go free with every full-paying adult.

🎟️ Members – simply bring your valid Membership Card for free entry.

Celebrate history, heritage and harvest with us this weekend at Avoncroft Museum!

27/07/2026

This summer enjoy all the Fun of the Fair at Avoncroft Museum. Get a 10% discount on adult tickets when booking online and remember up to two kids go free with each paying adult.

There’s so much going on for children this summer at Avoncroft Museum!Join us Wednesdays to Sundays plus Bank Holiday Mo...
23/07/2026

There’s so much going on for children this summer at Avoncroft Museum!
Join us Wednesdays to Sundays plus Bank Holiday Monday, 31 August, for a fantastic family day out.

🎉 Our popular Kids Go Free offer is back!*
Receive 2 FREE child tickets with every full-price adult ticket purchased.

Check our website to see what's happening each day.

This week we invited a little friend of the Museum to put our Fairground Fun at Avoncroft Museum summer activities to the test. With her Auntie and Uncle in tow, she set off on a fun-filled adventure!

Her first stop was Visitor Welcome, where she picked up one of our Fairground Activity Booklets (£2) and a (Craft Token £3) Armed with her booklet, she searched for the Hook-a-Ducks hidden around our 19-acre museum site before burning off some energy in the play parks.

Next it was all aboard for a ride on our wonderful miniature train with Auntie, followed by a visit to our award-winning Showman's Wagon to explore its interactive displays.

By now it was time for lunch, so she chose one of our children's picnic boxes from the Tearooms and enjoyed eating outside while Auntie and Uncle tucked into some of our delicious summer takeaway food.

Our little visitor also tested just how dog-friendly Avoncroft is by bringing along Rocky and Lilo, who had a wonderful day too!

The fun continued in the Vintage Fairground where she had a go at all the traditional stalls. Uncle Bobbie shared his top tips for hitting the targets in Tin Can Alley, she hooked ducks, won prizes and rang the bell on the High Striker. She also loved swinging in the junior swing boats while enjoying the wonderful music from the vintage fairground organ, Annie.

Feeling creative, they headed to the children's craft tent, where our fantastic Avoncroft volunteers helped her make a colourful fairground horse and a balloon on a stick.

On the way to the Windmill Field, they stopped to watch volunteer Marion demonstrating the traditional heritage craft of corn dolly making in the Threshing Barn.

There was still plenty of energy left for old-fashioned games! Uncle Bobbie was beaten in the sack race, the space hopper got a good workout, and the skipping rope was certainly put through its paces.

Of course, no visit would be complete without exploring all of our fascinating historic buildings and beautiful grounds.

So... did our little visitor have a wonderful day?

YES, she certainly did! 🥰 And we're pretty sure Auntie and Uncle had just as much fun!

Just check out these wonderful photos! 📸

Kids Go Free offer: Two free child tickets with each full-price adult ticket purchased. See our website for full terms and conditions and to book discounted adult tickets.

https://avoncroft.org.uk/product/summer-holidays-1-july-31-august-kids-go-free

Address

Stoke Heath
Bromsgrove
B604JR

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441527831886

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