Blists Hill

The open-air museum allows visitors to experience an atmospheric way of Victorian life in the late 1800's. Costumed staff give a warm welcome and a fascinating insight into how life was lived in Victorian times. Exchange your money in the Bank, admire the goods in the Grocers, Bakery and Sweetshop. Find out about curious remedies in the Chemist, and see the printer and candle maker in action.

Many of the staff have been specially trained with specific skills and crafts and are ready to demonstrate to visitors, exactly how certain tasks would have been done in a small industrial town towards the end of Queen Victoria's reign, in the 19th century. Amongst the numerous attractions available, you can join in a variety of special events including:- weddings, steam days and vintage cycle rallies that take place throughout the year.

Refreshments are available at three locations within the museum. The Entrance cafe is open to coach parties and the general public. The Forest Glen Pavilion is a restaurant serving a range of hot and cold snacks, cakes and pastries, and the New Inn & Club room is open for traditional cask ales, morning coffee, lunches and afternoon teas.