Plan your visit

Whether you have visited many times before, or this is your first time, we are looking forward to welcoming you to Crewe Heritage Centre!

When are we open?

Crewe Heritage Centre is open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays during our season.
Visit us from 10am - 4:30pm (last admission 3:30pm). Admission charges apply.

We are open on Wednesdays ONLY during the Cheshire East school holidays within our season with FREE entry.

We are CLOSED on all other weekdays unless a pre-booked group visit has been arranged in advanced. School holiday dates vary across the UK, so please check before travelling.

We look forward to welcoming you!

We do not have advanced ticket booking in operation, all tickets are available to purchase on arrival at our Ticket Office.

How much does it cost to visit?

How to find us

  • Free Admission For Northern Museums Volunteer Pass Holders

    We're please to offer free admission for Northern Museums Volunteer Pass holders, please remember to bring your pass with you to the museum. This offer can not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Please speak with your home attraction management team for more information.

    Free Admission for Heritage Railway Association Privilege Pass Holders

    We're please to offer free admission for Heritage Railway Association Privilege Pass holders, please remember to bring your pass with you to the museum. This offer can not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Please speak with the Heritage Railway Association management team for more information.

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What can I do when I visit?

Here are ten things to try while you are visiting us…

  1. Explore how Crewe grew from farmland to an industrial heavyweight in just thirty years

  2. Learn what life was like in the town

  3. Ride our miniature railway. To find out which Miniature Locomotive will be running this weekend, please click here.

  4. Watch trains entering and leaving Crewe Station (weather dependent)

  5. Get hands-on with our locomotive collection

  6. Discover the history of signalling with our live demonstrations

  7. Grab a bite to eat in our cafe

  8. Buy a souvenir from our shop

  9. Relax in our grounds and enjoy a picnic

  10. Play traditional games in the Exhibition Hall

Please note that the North Junction Signal Box is currently closed to visitors.

Our exhibits