Looking for fun cheap days out? Here at MagicFreebiesUK we've decided to put together a selection cheap days out for you to take a look at. Since all entrance fees to all national galleries and museums have been scrapped, there are plenty of exciting days out to be had by all across the country. If you can, you should give a donation to help these cheap or free attractions, especially the smaller local history museums if you can.
SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Pirate Themed History Show, Torbay
Free Entry
On May 2nd The South Devon Players Community Theatre Group are putting on 'The Trial Of Anne Bonney & Mary Reed' at 4pm in Brixham. The play tells the story of two of history's most notorious female pirates, and their trial. Thanks to Eluiana who told us about the free show on the MagicFreebiesUK Fan Page.
Decoy Country Park, Newton Abbot
Free Entry
If you want to park your car all day it only costs 60p! Kids can play in the large play area with a water play feature and enjoy a wealth of wildlife complete with ponds, woodland and streams. There's also a BMX track with dirt jumps. Thanks to Kirsty who told us about Decoy Country Park on the MagicFreebiesUK Fan Page.
The Royal Albert Museum, East Devon.
Free Entry
Browse the Stone Age artefacts that have been found on farms throughout East Devon. Children will also have a fantastic time making your own mosaic using pieces of tiles and gain a fascinating insight into the history of Exeter and East Devon. Thanks to Carol for telling us about the museum.
Perry's Cider Mill, Somerset
Free Entry
Head to the picturesque Somerset village of Dowlish Wake where the cider mills and visitor centre still occupies the original family farm. You can sample the atmosphere of old West Country life and the traditions of the working cider farm.
Bournemouth Aviation Museum
Free Entry
You can see their piston-powered & jet aircraft and RAF Rescue helicopter, parked alongside our runway, displayed in a spacious and natural setting.
Bath Assembly Rooms
Free Entry
Step back into the heart of fashionable 18th Century life in the Bath Assembly Rooms situated in the centre of Bath. They are also home to the Fashion Museum.
King John's Hunting Lodge, Somerset
Free Entry
Why not take a look around an immaculately restored early Tudor merchant's house in Axbridge, Somerset. It is the home to a fascinating local history museum.
The Blake Museum, Bridgwater
Free Entry
Blake Museum is located in the heart of Bridgewater, a historic market town and port. Blake himself became a national hero in the mid-17th century following his exploits fighting on the side of Parliament during the English Civil War and later as General-at-Sea in wars against the Dutch and Spanish. The museum is a reflection of different aspects of life, past and present around Bridgwater.
The Shoe Museum, Street
Free Entry
Head to Street in Somerset to get a glimpse of the fearsome foot measuring machines that used to feature in Clark's shops. There's also a selection of shop display showcards from the thirties, fifties and sixties.
Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury
Free Entry
The centrepiece of the Somerset Rural Life Museum is the magnificent fourteenth-century Abbey bard. The bard and the farm buildings surround the courtyard illustrate the tools and techniques of Victorian Somerset.
Wellington Museum
Free Entry
Learn all about the local area and see displays on the Duke of Wellington and his association with the town. There is also information to be learnt about famous firms and individuals that were based in Wellington.
Watchet Market House Museum
Free Entry
Step back into the history of this ancient sea port which exhibits local fossils, Stone Age implements, the Saxon mint and much more. There are also photographs and maritime paintings to behold.
Royal Cornwall Museum, Truro
Free Entry
The museum holds an exciting collection of fine art and world cultures, a famous unwrapped mummy and a collection of minerals and even a large gold nugget!
Penlee House, Gallery and Museum, Penzance
Free Entry
Penlee House Gallery & Museum is an elegant gallery situated within a Victorian house and park. On Saturdays there is free admission to all, but otherwise admission is still cheap, at £3.00 for adults and children go free.
Falmouth Art Gallery
Free Entry
Why not heead to the Falmouth Art Gallery where you can see works by major British artists including Dame Laura Knight RA, William Strang RA and many more. The gallery has one of the leading art collections in Cornwall and features work by old masters, major Victorian artists, British Impressionists and more.
Tate and The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, St Ives
Cheap Entry
Whilst adults have to pay the price of £8.55 for joint site admission, people under aged 18 get in free. The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden is a unique experience and a remarkable insight into the work and outlook of one of Britain's most important twentieth century artists.
RNLI Headquarters & Display, Poole
Free Entry
Trace the Royal National Lifeboart Institution's history and development using the selection of painting, photographs, lifeboat models and other objects to help you learn.
Poole Museum
Free Entry
After £750,000 of Heritage Lottery Funding and local fundraising Poole museum is open after 20 months of major redevelopment. Discover a large and diverse collection built up over 134 years totalling approximately 50,000 objects.
National Waterways Museum, Gloucester
Free Entry
This museum tells the fascinating story of Britain's 2000 miles of waterways and captures life in working docks. You will discover lots of different aspects of waterways from engineering to home life on board a narrow boat.
Corinium Museum, Cirencester
Cheap Entry
Discover one of the largest collections of Romano-British antiquities in the country at the Corinium Museum in Cirencester. You can also experience life as a Roman and visit a Roman Garden. Adults pay £4.25 and children from 5 to 16 pay £2.25.
Bath Postal Museum
Cheap Entry
Learn all about the vital role that Bath has played in the development of the British postal service. YOu can read biographies of key figures and explore the history of the post.
Salisbury & South Wiltshire Museum
Cheap Entry
At £1.82 for children and £5.45 for an adult this beautiful museum is really quite a cheap day out. It houses one of the best collections relating to Stonehenge and local archeology and is housed in The King's House, a Grade I listed building.
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