All film museums to visit in United Kingdom

Discover the world of cinema at 50 film museums in United Kingdom. These museums celebrate the art and history of filmmaking, from classic movies to modern blockbusters.

Are you a movie buff looking to dive into the world of film? These are the top film museums in United Kingdom:

  1. Tower Bridge1

    Tower Bridge

     London
    Located in both of the twin towers, the exhibition is dedicated to the history and construction of the well-known suspension bridge the Tower Bridge. Apart from various short films and interactive displays, visitors can also see some of the original designs of the bridge and visit the Victorian engi
  2. Imperial War Museum London2

    Imperial War Museum London

     London
    The Imperial War Museum London was founded in 1917 to show the impact war had on Britain and to show the progress in war-related technology the humanity has created. It tells the stories of people’s experiences of modern war and conflict. The museum has both temporary and permanent exhibitions. Them
  3. Dover Castle3

    Dover Castle

     Dover
    Dover Castle, located in the town of Dover in the English county of Kent, is a medieval castle that was constructed in the 11th century. Known as the 'Key to England' due to its historical defensive significance, it is the largest castle in England. The castle has been used in several films and TV series, making it a popular tourist destination.
  4. Eilean Donan Castle4

    Eilean Donan Castle

     Dornie
    Eilean Donan is a small island situated in Loch Duich, in the western part of Highland, Scotland. It is connected to the mainland by a footbridge and is approximately a kilometer away from the village of Dornie. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the area.
  5. National Science and Media Museum5

    National Science and Media Museum

     Bradford
    The National Media Museum, previously known as the National Museum of Photography, Film and Television, is a renowned institution located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. It is part of the Science Museum Group and is the most popular museum in the UK outside of London, attracting over 615,431 visitors in 2005 alone. The museum is a hub for media enthusiasts, offering a deep dive into the world of photography, film, and television.
  6. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway6

    STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

     Swindon
    The STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway, also known as the Swindon Steam Railway Museum, is located in Swindon, England. It is situated in a part of the former railway works, which is a significant part of the town's history. The museum offers a unique insight into the history and workings of the Great Western Railway.
  7. Keighley and Worth Valley Railway7

    Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

     Haworth
    Haworth railway station, located in the village of Haworth in West Yorkshire, England, is a significant part of the region's history. It was opened in 1867, making it a longstanding part of the community. Today, it continues to serve the village and offers a glimpse into the past for those interested in railway history.
  8. Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum8

    Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

     London
    The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is the largest tennis museum in the world and is located on the grounds of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The museum contains a large collection of items and clothes, some of which date back to the 16th century. These items, ranging from many famous players from V
  9. London Film Museum9

    London Film Museum

     London
    Journey through memories captured during years of magical filmmaking at the Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition. Housing iconic photographs, the Photographic Exhibition will take fans behind-the-scenes of key moments in the film series, from Harry’s first day at Hogwarts through to the Battle of H
  10. London Transport Museum10

    London Transport Museum

     London
    The London Transport Museum conserves and tries to explain the transport heritage of London. The majority of the exhibits in its collection originated in the collection of London Transport (the organisation that was responsible for the public transport network in London). Its collection has however
  11. Old Royal Naval College11

    Old Royal Naval College

     London
    KIDS GO FREE! Discover the Painted Hall, one of the most iconic sights in London, located at the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site. An awe-inspiring artwork covering more than 3,700m walls and ceiling recounting tales of kings and queens alongside mythological, historical,
  12. Newby Hall and Gardens12

    Newby Hall and Gardens

     Skelton-on-Ure
    Newby Hall is a Grade I listed country house situated in the parish of Skelton-on-Ure in North Yorkshire, England. It is located on the banks of the River Ure, providing a picturesque setting for visitors. The house is open to the public and offers a glimpse into the rich history and architectural beauty of the region.
  13. The Dock Museum13

    The Dock Museum

     Barrow-in-Furness
    The Dock Museum, located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, offers a deep dive into the history of the town. The museum's exhibits primarily focus on the town's shipbuilding and steelworks industries, the Furness Railway, and the impact of the World War II bombings on the town. This provides visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the town's industrial past and its significant role in the war.
  14. Mompesson House14

    Mompesson House

     Salisbury
    Mompesson House, located in the Cathedral Close of Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, is a Grade I listed building that dates back to the 18th century. The house has been under the ownership of the National Trust since 1975, ensuring its preservation and maintenance.
  15. Carnforth Station Heritage Centre15

    Carnforth Station Heritage Centre

     Carnforth
    The Carnforth MPD (Motive Power Depot) is a significant historical site in Carnforth, Lancashire, England. It was formerly a depot for the London Midland and Scottish Railway. This depot played a crucial role in the railway industry during its operational years, contributing to the development and growth of Carnforth as a transport hub.
  16. The Cardiff Story16

    The Cardiff Story

     Cardiff
    The Museum of Cardiff, located in Cardiff, Wales, is dedicated to showcasing the city's history. The museum, which opened its doors to the public on 1 April 2011, offers free entry to all visitors. This makes it an accessible option for tourists looking to learn more about Cardiff's past.
  17. St Mary's Guildhall17

    St Mary's Guildhall

     Coventry
    Herbert Media is an integral part of the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum in Coventry, England. As the in-house media service, it is responsible for managing recording studios, video editing rooms, and training rooms. It also produces a significant portion of the audio and visual sequences that are featured in the museum's exhibitions and permanent displays. This unique setup allows visitors to experience the exhibits in a more immersive and engaging way.
  18. Laurel and Hardy Museum18

    Laurel and Hardy Museum

     Ulverston
    Laurel and Hardy Museum is a museum in Ulverston. The museum features exhibits related to: personalities, performing arts and film and media.
  19. Portsmouth City Museum19

    Portsmouth City Museum

     Portsmouth
    The Portsmouth Museum, also known as Portsmouth City Museum, is a local institution located on Museum Road in the city of Portsmouth, in southern England. It is one of six museums managed by Portsmouth Museums, which is a division of the Portsmouth City Council.
  20. Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills20

    Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills

     Leeds
    Step back in time at Leeds Industrial Museum, housed inside the Grade II listed Armley Mills, formerly the largest woollen mill in the world. The museum contains exhibits from the 18th century through to the present day and tells the history of manufacturing in Leeds, including textiles, printing, f
  21. Victoria Baths21

    Victoria Baths

     Manchester
    Victoria Baths is a museum in Manchester. The museum features exhibits related to Architecture, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Archives, Sport, Social History, Film and Media, Music and Performing Arts.
  22. Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre22

    Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre

     Widnes
    The Catalyst Science Discovery Centre is a unique museum dedicated to the chemical industry. Located in the town of Widnes in Northwest England, it offers visitors a chance to learn about the history and impact of the chemical industry. The museum is housed in a historic four-story building that was constructed around 1860 by industrialist John Hutchinson. It was originally known as the Tower Building and served as the administrative headquarters for Hutchinson's soda company.
  23. Ragley Hall23

    Ragley Hall

     Alcester
    Ragley Hall, a stately home, is situated in the parish of Arrow in Warwickshire. It is located south of Alcester and eight miles west of Stratford-upon-Avon. This ancestral seat of the Seymour-Conway family, Marquesses of Hertford, offers a glimpse into the rich history and architectural grandeur of the past.
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    Towner Art Gallery

     Eastbourne
    Towner Art Gallery is a museum in Eastbourne. The museum features exhibits related to: fine art, decorative and applied art, archives, design and film and media.
  25. Dimbola Museum & Galleries25

    Dimbola Museum & Galleries

     Freshwater
    Dimbola Museum & Galleries is a museum in Freshwater Bay. The museum features exhibits related to: personalities, social history, archives, literature, photography, film and media and fine art. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: photographic exhibitions; julia margaret cameron; i
  26. Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse26

    Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse

     Northwich
    The Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse, located in Northwich, Cheshire, is a significant institution that documents the social, cultural, and industrial history of west Cheshire. The museum, which was formerly known as the Salt Museum, has a rich history dating back to Roman times. It was renamed in 2010 to reflect its broader focus on the area's history and the history of the building itself, which was a former workhouse.
  27. Hove Museum and Art Gallery27

    Hove Museum and Art Gallery

     Hove
    The Hove Museum of Creativity is a public museum located in the town of Hove, which is a part of the larger city of Brighton and Hove in the South East of England. This museum is a part of the Brighton & Hove Museums network and offers a unique blend of history, art, and creativity to its visitors.
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    Dad's Army Museum Thetford

     Thetford
    The Dad's Army Museum is a unique attraction located in Cage Lane in Thetford, Norfolk, England. The museum is dedicated to the popular BBC comedy series Dad's Army, and offers a fascinating insight into the show and its history. Visitors can explore the museum's various exhibits and displays, which include a range of memorabilia and items connected with the series.
  29. Hovercraft Museum29

    Hovercraft Museum

     Lee-on-the-Solent
    The Hovercraft Museum is situated in Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire, England. It is a unique institution dedicated to the preservation and promotion of hovercraft, a significant innovation in transportation. The museum is managed by a registered charity, ensuring that all proceeds go towards maintaining and expanding the museum's collection and facilities.
  30. Dunblane Museum30

    Dunblane Museum

     Dunblane
    Dunblane Museum is opposite Dunblane Cathedral. Its building goes back to 1624, when it was the home of the Dean of the Cathedral. The museum features exhibits related to the mediaeval cathedral, Archaeology, Coins and Medals, Communion Tokens, Personalities, Decorative and Applied Art and Social Hi
  31. Cinema Museum31

    Cinema Museum

     London
    The Cinema Museum in London is set in historic surroundings in Kennington. The museum is devoted to keeping alive the spirit of cinema from the days before the multiplex and houses a unique collection of artefacts, memorabilia and equipment that preserves the history and grandeur of cinema from the
  32. Nottingham Lakeside Arts32

    Nottingham Lakeside Arts

     Nottingham
    Nottingham Lakeside Arts is a museum in Nottingham. The museum features exhibits related to: performing arts, social history, music, fine art, film and media, archives and decorative and applied art.
  33. Southend Pier Museum33

    Southend Pier Museum

     Southend-on-Sea
    Southend Pier Museum is the only Museum in the world dedicated to the history of a seaside Pier. You will find it in Southend-on-Sea, on the east coast of England. Southend Pier is the longest pleasure Pier in the world 1.33 miles (2.1 km), dating from 1829, and features exhibits related to its hist
  34. Menai Heritage - The Menai Bridges Exhibition34

    Menai Heritage - The Menai Bridges Exhibition

     Menai Bridge
    The Menai Heritage Bridges Exhibition is a museum located in the Canolfan Thomas Telford Centre in Menai Bridge, Anglesey, Wales. This museum is dedicated to the two iconic bridges across the Menai Strait, namely the Menai Suspension Bridge and the Britannia Bridge. It also provides insights into the local and natural history of the Menai Strait and the surrounding area.
  35. Mallaig Heritage Centre35

    Mallaig Heritage Centre

     Mallaig
    Mallaig Heritage Centre is a museum in Mallaig. The museum features exhibits related to Agriculture, Maritime, Archives, Personalities, Social History, Film and Media, Fine Art, Religion, Land Transport and Photography.
  36. Museum of the Manchester Regiment36

    Museum of the Manchester Regiment

     Ashton-under-Lyne
    Museum of the Manchester Regiment is a museum in Ashton-under-Lyne. The museum features exhibits related to: costume and textiles, design, coins and medals, social history, decorative and applied art, weapons and war, sport and film and media. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: 4
  37. Manor House Museum37

    Manor House Museum

     Kettering
    Manor House Museum is a museum in Kettering. The museum features exhibits related to: world cultures, design, music, film and media, science and technology, agriculture, weapons and war, law and order, coins and medals, medicine, architecture, natural sciences, sport, toys and hobbies, performing ar
  38. The Box38

    The Box

     Plymouth
    The Box, located in Plymouth, Devon, England, is a museum, gallery, and archive that opened in 2020. It houses a collection of approximately 2 million items, making it a significant cultural and historical hub in the region.
  39. Madame Tussauds London39

    Madame Tussauds London

     London
    Madame Tussauds London is a wax museum in London, founded by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud. The museum displays the waxworks of famous and historic people and popular film characters.
  40. Brynmawr Museum & Historical Society40

    Brynmawr Museum & Historical Society

     Brynmawr
    Brynmawr Museum and Historical Society is a museum in Brynmawr. The museum features exhibits related to Medicine, Agriculture, Literature, Weapons and War, Social History, Design, Fine Art, Film and Media, Coins and Medals, Photography, Industry, Archives, Toys and Hobbies, Archaeology, Religion, M
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    Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre

     Barnsley
    The Barnsley Town Hall, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England, serves as the seat of local government. This Grade II listed building is a significant part of the town's architectural heritage. Its classical design, constructed of Portland stone, is a testament to the architectural prowess of Sir Arnold Thornely.
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    Criterion Blue Town Heritage Centre

     Sheerness
    The Blue Town heritage centre is a mixture of museum, music hall, cinema and educational and research facility. It is adjacent to Sheerness dockyard and its aims are to promote and preserve the history of Blue town and the isle of Sheppey. Walks, talks and tours are arranged on a regular basis and
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    John Gray Centre

     Haddington
    John Gray Centre is a museum in Haddington. The museum features exhibits related to Personalities, Design, Natural Sciences, Archives, Religion, Music, Literature, Agriculture, Trade and Commerce, Costume and Textiles, Aviation, World Cultures, Architecture, Social History, Archaeology, Decorative a
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    Heath Robinson Museum

     Pinner
    The only museum dedicated to the work of William Heath Robinson,illustrator, artist and cartoonist. Whether for his well known humorous drawings or his illustrations for Kipling, Shakespeare or children’s stories, he is integral to British cultural heritage. His name entered the language as early as
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    Naughton Gallery

     Belfast
    The Naughton Gallery, located at Queen's University Belfast in Northern Ireland, serves as both an art gallery and museum. This cultural institution is a significant part of the university and offers a unique blend of art and history for visitors to explore.
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    The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum

     Exeter
    The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum is located on the Streatham Campus of the University of Exeter in England. It serves as both a public museum and an academic research facility. This unique combination makes it a place where visitors can not only view a vast collection of cinema-related artefacts but also delve deeper into the history and prehistory of cinema.
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    British Dental Association Museum

     London
    British Dental Association Museum is a museum in London. The museum features exhibits related to: photography, archives, coins and medals, medicine, science and technology, fine art, social history and film and media. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: pelican extraction tools fr
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    Glasgow Women's Library

     Glasgow
    Glasgow Women's Library is a museum in Glasgow. The museum features exhibits related to: music, performing arts, architecture, film and media, literature, social history, religion, world cultures, archives, costume and textiles, law and order, design and photography.
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    Grampound with Creed Heritage Centre

     Truro
    The Grampound with Creed Heritage Project has opened a Heritage Centre. It is accommodated in the Old Town Hall at Grampound and comprises a listening post for oral histories, a digital photo-archive, wall banners showing the history of the area and a short film about the locality. Research material
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    Creetown Heritage Museum

     Newton Stewart
    Creetown Heritage Museum is a museum in Newton Stewart. The museum features exhibits related to: film and media, social history, music and religion. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: replica 'wicker man' in the museum celebrates the involvement of creetown in the making of that