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 any facilities to store luggage during your visit. You must keep your bags with you at all times.
We do not have advanced ticket booking in operation, all tickets are available to purchase on arrival at our Ticket Office.
Please note - Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
How much does it cost to visit?
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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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Unlimited Tickets provide standard admission for the current season only.
Valid for repeat entry during normal opening hours on standard admission days.Exclusions:
Not valid for special or ticketed events.
Separate tickets must be purchased for special event days.
Additional Terms:
Non‑transferable.
Proof of purchase may be required on entry.
The ticket does not guarantee entry if the site reaches capacity.
No refunds or extensions for unused periods.
The attraction reserves the right to amend opening times or close areas without notice.
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Membership entitles the holder to a discounted admission rate during the current membership period.
Valid during normal opening hours on standard admission days only.Exclusions:
Discount does not apply to special or ticketed events.
Separate event tickets must be purchased for those occasions.
Additional Terms:
The pass is non‑transferable and valid only for the named member.
Proof of identity may be required when using the pass.
The pass does not guarantee entry if the site reaches capacity.
Membership period and benefits are fixed at the time of purchase; no refunds or extensions are available for unused periods.
Lost or damaged passes may be replaced at the attraction’s discretion and may incur a fee.
The attraction reserves the right to amend opening times, close areas of the site, or adjust membership benefits without prior notice.
What can I do when I visit?
Here are ten things to try while you are visiting us…
Explore how Crewe grew from farmland to an industrial heavyweight in just thirty years
Learn what life was like in the town
Ride our miniature railway. To find out which Miniature Locomotive will be running this weekend, please click here.
Watch trains entering and leaving Crewe Station (weather dependent)
Get hands-on with our locomotive collection
Discover the history of signalling with our live demonstrations
Grab a bite to eat in our cafe
Buy a souvenir from our shop
Relax in our grounds and enjoy a picnic
Play traditional games in the Exhibition Hall
Please note that the North Junction Signal Box is currently closed to visitors.
