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STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Kemble Drive
Swindon
SN2 2TA
Wiltshire
England
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North Star broad gauge locomotive at STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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Collection details
Architecture, Archives, Costume and Textiles, Industry, Land Transport, Personalities, Science and Technology, Social History, Trade and Commerce
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01793 466646
General information (Fax)
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01793 466615
E-mail
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steampostbox@swindon.gov.uk
Website
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www.steam-museum.org.uk
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Open
Summer (April-October): Monday-Saturday 1000 -1730, Sunday 1100 -1730.
Winter (November-March): Monday-Saturday 1000-1700, Sunday 1100-1700.
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Closed
25 and 26 December, and 1 January
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Admission charges
Adults: £5.95
Children: £3.80
Seniors: £3.90
Family (2 adults & 2 children) £14.70
Family (2 adults & 3 children) £17.50
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Description
Awarded a Special Commendation for European Museum of the Year 2002, STEAM tells the remarkable story of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on 'God's Wonderful Railway'. Hands on displays, world-famous locomotives, archive film footage and the testimonies of ex-railway workers bring the story to life. A reconstructed station platform, posters and holiday memorabilia recreate the glamour and excitement of the golden age of steam. Located next door to the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Great Western, STEAM offers great day out for all. With excellent value group packages, special events and exhibitions, shop and café.
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Key artists and exhibits
Transport
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Railways
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Social History
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Industry
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Steam locomotives
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Trains
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Locomotives
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GWR Great Western Railway
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I K Brunel
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Isambard Kimgdom Brunel
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Caerphilly Castle
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King George V
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GWR Royal Carriage
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1930s Station Platform
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Education
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School Visits
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Queen Victoria Royal Carriage
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Swindon
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Swindon Railway Works
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Steam engines
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Articles
News In Brief - Week Ending November 11 2007
Celebrate Isambard Kingdom Brunel's 200th Birthday
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Trails
The Greatest Briton - On The Trail Of Isambard Kingdom Brunel
All Aboard! Visit A Heritage Railway This Summer
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Parking for coaches
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Collections
General guide to collections available
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
General audio-guide available
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
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General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
General audio-guide available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
General audio-guide available
Library
Library with public access
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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