Groups of more than 10 people by appointment only.
There is disabled access.
Closed
Bank Holidays
Admission charges
Admission is free
Description
The first museum in Britain dedicated to computing opened in Swindon, February 2003. The Museum of Computing is located in Swindon, within the Oakfield Campus of the University of Bath and its primary purpose is educational.
Collections description
1970s/1980s computing hardware, software, printed materials, namely: Home computers; TV and handheld electronic games; portable computers; business systems; software; magazines, books and peripherals. Many rare items; regular magazine produced; regular lectures and events held. Visitors can also hook up many of the systems and play games or run software...
Key artists and exhibits
Computer hardware
;
Computer software
;
Electronic games
;
Major figures in the development of computers
;
The computer industry
;
Telecommunications
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Guided tours
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)
Public access available to collections information
Disability Access
Parking for disabled available
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Children and Families
Events and resources for children and families
General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Auditorium
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Library
Library with public access
Mail order service available
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Research facilities for academics
Study facilities
