British Motor Museum

British Motor Museum Explore the world's largest collection of historic British cars! Situated near the small village of Gaydon, Warwickshire, just off junction 12 of the M40.
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The British Motor Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic British Cars; it boasts over 400 cars which span the classic, vintage and veteran eras. The Museum building is a spectacular piece of architecture with an art deco design, whilst the Collections Centre building is a modern contrast. Together they stand proudly in a beautifully landscaped setting of 65 acres, which rolls

out onto the Warwickshire countryside. THE MUSEUM STORY

The Museum opened in 1993 as the amalgamation of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust’s preserved car collection. The Trust decided that the car collection and artefacts were outgrowing its then two locations, Studley in Warwickshire and a museum in Syon Park in London. A dedicated purpose-built residence was needed to give the collection pride of place and open for public viewing. It was the Trust’s mission to keep the memory of the British motor industry alive and to tell its story to all, starting from the beginning of the 20th Century to present day. So a building was designed that not only housed the cars and its extensive motoring archive, but also had educational and conference facilities thus ensuring its sustainability. The Heritage Motor Centre, as it was first known, opened in May 1993.

🏆 WE WON! 🏆We're pleased to announce that we have received Best Family Experience at the Warwickshire and West Midlands ...
18/06/2026

🏆 WE WON! 🏆

We're pleased to announce that we have received Best Family Experience at the Warwickshire and West Midlands Muddy Stilettos Awards!

We'd like to give our thanks to Muddy Stilettos Warks, and everyone out there who voted for us. It's an honour to have even been nominated among an incredible group of museums and visitor attractions from across the region. We're really proud of our team, whose hard work makes the British Motor Museum's family programming run every day.

There's never been a better time to experience the Museum with your family as, in response to the UK government's Great British Summer Savings scheme, we will be offering child tickets for just £1 from 25 June to 1 September!

Learn more and book your tickets on our website.

17/06/2026

Have you heard the news? We’ve got another exciting new exhibition coming THIS WEEKEND!

Spoiler Alert: The Hot Hatch Story is a bold new look at the electrifying 80s and 90s hot hatch culture, inspired by freewheeling car meets and the era’s vibrant visuals. It brings together legendary vehicles, inspiring interactives and a retro soundtrack to engage all generations with these cars’ thrilling legacy.

Which cars are coming? You’ll have to wait and see…

Spoiler Alert opens to the public on 20 June 2026.

Stay tuned! ✌️

Punch your ticket for the ultimate bus show! 🚌On 4 July, Transport Museum Wythall brings the Wythall Busfest to Gaydon o...
17/06/2026

Punch your ticket for the ultimate bus show! 🚌

On 4 July, Transport Museum Wythall brings the Wythall Busfest to Gaydon once again! One of the biggest events of its kind, this show attracts classic, vintage and modern buses from across the UK, including a special display for post-2000 buses. Best of all, you can live this history for yourself, with free heritage bus rides running all day around the site and along local routes.

Once you've finished, you can also check out the Museum and Collections Centre, home to a huge range of vehicles, including our 1923 AEC S-Type Bus!

Don’t miss out - hop aboard and make it a day to remember.

For our latest Forza Horizon Fact File, we’re showcasing the last word in luxury - this Bentley Continental Convertible....
16/06/2026

For our latest Forza Horizon Fact File, we’re showcasing the last word in luxury - this Bentley Continental Convertible.

Built to be the ultimate grand tourer, this legendary luxury car boasts a hybrid powertrain, a “Dynamic Ride” system to keep the ride smooth, and an interior packed with gadgets and tools - including a heated steering wheel, heated armrests and even a heated neck warmer built into the seats.

Come and see the Bentley, and a host of other iconic vehicles from the new game at the Forza Horizon 6: The Experience exhibition, open until 30 November at the British Motor Museum!

Learn more here: https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/forza-horizon-6-the-experience

Don't forget that Mini Motorists starts today at 10:30! 👀Bring your little one to create a car with a splash of colour u...
15/06/2026

Don't forget that Mini Motorists starts today at 10:30! 👀

Bring your little one to create a car with a splash of colour using paint and our fun sponge shapes. The sit back and listen to "The Perfect Fit" by Naomi and James Jones, a heartwarming story all about shapes, colours and making new friends! 🎨🫟 📖



Find out more 👇

Enjoy the British Motor Museum's special Under 5's activity mornings - Mini Motorists. These monthly activities mornings have a different theme with activities, stories and play time.

Get your apron on, we are speeding into sponge tomorrow from 10:30 with Mini Motorists! 🎨Using circles, squares and tr...
14/06/2026

Get your apron on, we are speeding into sponge tomorrow from 10:30 with Mini Motorists! 🎨

Using circles, squares and triangles, your can create a car with a splash of colour with our fun sponge shapes. Then sit and listen to "The Perfect Fit" by Naomi and James Jones, a heartwarming story all about shapes, colours, and making new friends! 📖



Find out more 👇

Enjoy the British Motor Museum's special Under 5's activity mornings - Mini Motorists. These monthly activities mornings have a different theme with activities, stories and play time.

Love Fords? So do we...so we know you'll love Ford Nationals! On 28 June, uncover the best of the blue oval as Fords old...
14/06/2026

Love Fords? So do we...so we know you'll love Ford Nationals!

On 28 June, uncover the best of the blue oval as Fords old and new unite for a showcase of this legendary marque.

With major anniversaries to celebrate, including 50 years of the Mark 4 Cortina and 40 years of the Mark 2 Orion, plus a display of GT40s courtesy of the GT40 Enthusiasts Club and Ford Heritage Collection, this is going to be an essential part of the Ford calendar.

Your ticket also gives you entry to the British Motor Museum, home to over 400 historic British spanning over a century of motoring history, including a range of classic Fords.

Book in advance to save, and make it a day to remember.

12/06/2026

Supercharge your family’s summer with £1 child tickets!

Times are tough and, in response to the UK government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, the British Motor Museum is going a step further and bringing you this amazing summer saving.

Child tickets for visits between 25 June and 1 September will cost just £1!

That’s right - it costs just £1* to give your child an incredible summer day out at the British Motor Museum - home to over 400 historic British cars! This offer will run across all show days during this period as well - make it a day to remember!

*Ts & Cs apply. Find out more and book on our website!

Address

Banbury Road
Gaydon
CV350BJ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+441926895300

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