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Visit the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2025. An award-winning open-air museum bringing 250 years of Black Country history to life.
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31/10/2026

Our gorgeous Gallopers are going into hibernation from Monday 2nd November, so tomorrow will be your last chance to ride them until May 2027! 🎠

But fear not, the historical Helter Skelter will be taking its place where you can climb to the top and slide into the past... literally! Pop by our fairground today or tomorrow for more information, and why not take a ride or two while you're there? 🎟

31/10/2026

Gather around little ones... our historic characters have some spooky stories to share.

Join us in Woodside Library this Halloween where the pages are filled with frightful tales, mysterious goings-on and just a little bit of Halloween magic.

Dare you listen? 👀

30/10/2026

Can’t think of a better pay day treat than a tasty museum snack 👌

What will you be eating on your visit this weekend? Marsh and Baxter’s delicious hot pork cob with all the extras, or maybe a spooky sweet treat from Veal’s bakery? 👻

29/10/2026

💍 Rain on your wedding day? A forgotten ring? Getting married in May? According to Caribbean superstition, these could all spell trouble... 👀
It’s not too late to join us this October Half Term as we explore myths, legends and superstitions!

28/10/2026

Black Country miners were a superstitious bunch, but we can hardly blame them considering the terrible dangers they faced…

Discover more Black Country myths and superstitions here at the Museum this half term: 24 October - 1 November 👏

26/10/2026

Looking for plans this October Half Term? 🍂

Step back in time and uncover the myths, mysteries and superstitions of the Black Country...

From meeting a mysterious village witch and a unscrupulous quack doctor, to discovering historic wedding customs and funeral traditions, there are plenty of curious happenings to explore.

Think you can tell fact from folklore? 🤔

25/10/2026

Spring-Heel Jack is sightings were reported all across England but he was most prevalent in the Black Country where sightings peaked in the 1880s.

Join us at the Museum this October Half Term where we explore more myths and superstitions.

24/10/2026

🕰️ You're heading back in time to 1913...but you can take ONE modern item with you. What are you bringing?

Imagine trying to explain your chosen item to someone living in the Black Country over 100 years ago. Do you think they'd be impressed or think you've completely lost the plot?

22/10/2026

Explore more Black Country myths and superstitions with us starting Saturday 24th October - Sunday 1st November.
Visit the Museum to learn more!

Fear and panic gripped the residents of Wolverhampton after sightings of a “Monstrous rat” like creature. Were reported in Brickkiln Croft.

Thankfully the case of this terrifying cryptid was solved, but do you have your own local myth or spooky tale? Share it with us below 👇

20/10/2026

You asked for more Afternoon Tea dates… so Fridays are on the menu! 👀🍰

From 6 November, you can kick-start your weekend with our Black Country Afternoon Tea every Friday.

Think mini fish and chips, freshly baked Black Country cobs, sweet treats and our marvellous profitercoals, all inspired by tastes and stories from the Black Country.

Fancy making it extra special? There's even an Afternoon Tea with Fizz option, with prosecco or a retro Babycham. 🥂

Friday bookings are open now, so who are you bringing along?

Address

Tipton Road
Dudley
DY14SQ

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Website

https://bclm.com/

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