Visiting the Museum

Our visit planner service will help you plan a visit that suits you, making sure you get the most from your trip. Our facilitated visit service offers support on the day from a member of the Museum staff. And you can enjoy a hands-on experience with real specimens in the Investigate Centre.

Booking is essential - for details please go to Booking information.

Visit planner service

Let us help you plan a great day out. Whatever you are interested in, staff can help you plan your visit . By discussing your needs in advance, we will make sure you have a great time.

Availability: The service is available every day but please give three weeks notice so that we have time to put your plan together.

Facilitated visit service

Let us support you on the day. If you would like a member of staff to help you during your visit, we can arrange that. They will make sure everything runs smoothly, will introduce your group to the Museum and can answer your questions.

As with the visit planner service, we will help you organise a fantastic day out.

Availability: The service is available one weekend per month, on a first come, first-served basis.

Investigate Centre

Touch, weigh and measure real specimens. From beetles to meteorites, book some time in the Investigate Centre and discover hundreds of real natural history specimens. Staff are there to help you make the most of your visit. Find out more about the Investigate Centre.

Availability: You can include this activity as part of the visit planner service or facilitated visit service or simply book a time slot separately through our bookings team. Available every day, our Investigate Centre is open to all Museum visitors, so it is essential to book in advance to guarantee the time-slot of your choice.