For Women's Institutes, youth organisations, senior citizens' outings, music societies, U3A, National Trust groups, social clubs and study holidays, there's plenty here to enjoy. Allow at least an hour, but most groups stay longer, enjoying the Introductory Video, pre-booked refreshments, quizzes, workshops or other activities, to fill an enjoyable half-day, full day, or evening.

For all groups of 10 or more, please contact the Museum to book in advance.

Open daily, 11am - 5pm (last admission 4.15pm),
closed Christmas to end of January
Adults £4.00
Seniors £3.50
Children £1.50
Students £2.50
Concessions £3.00
One group leader/guide and coach driver free.

Evening Visits
Groups can book exclusive evening visits, for 25 or more people, finishing by 10pm at the latest.
Adults £7.00
Seniors £6.00
Children £4.00
Students £5.25
Concessions £6.00
One group leader/guide and coach driver free.


Coach parking and limited group car parking

Groups can book self-service hot drinks at the Museum.
Try The Plough Inn next door (01905 333677) to book for other refreshments and meals.

For school visits, click Education facilities



Studio photograph of young Elgar and his brothers and sisters, Helen, Lucy, Frank and Polly, 1877.