Visitor information
Opening times
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday to Saturday | 10:30 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Last admission at 16:15
Walk-in tickets are available on the door. However please let us know in advance if you are bringing a group of 10 people or more.
Occasionally we must close the Museum at very short notice due to staff shortage. We encourage you to check our website before your visit and apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused.
Planned Closure:
• Tuesday 27 October and morning of Tuesday 3 November 2026:
Due to essential maintenance, the Museum will be closed all day on Tuesday 27 October 2026, reopening as usual on Wednesday 28 October. The Museum will also be closed on the morning of Tuesday 3 November 2026, reopening at 12:00 noon. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.
• Tuesday 17 November – 27 November 2026:
The First Floor Galleries will be closed from Tuesday 17 November to Friday 27 November 2026 while we install our new exhibition, Gifting.
During this time, our permanent collection and Discovery Room will remain open as usual. Museum admission will be reduced to £3.75 for all visitors.
Admission charges
| Adult | £7.50 |
| Senior | £6.50 |
| Under 18 | Free |
| Student with valid ID | £3.75 |
| Friends of MEAA | Free |
| B&NES Discovery Card & Season Ticket holders | £3.75 |
| ArtFund National Art Pass | £3.75 |
| BBFA Members | Free |