Fantastic museum. Bit of a walk to get around to it while they are refurbishing, but worth it. (You can take the road train from outside the Minster if you like.)
We booked tickets for the Wonderlab and it was definitely worth it. We could have spent far longer in there, testing out the different exhibits and listening to the talks. Very interactive and super interesting. We attended the fire talk and loved it!
We would have happily spent longer pottering in the museum itself, there's plenty to see.
Massive thank you to the incredible staff.
The only thing letting it down is the cafe. It's very expensive and there's hardly anywhere to sit. We went during half term and it was mayhem. There's no obvious picnic area either, so the café tables were full of families with lunch boxes, and there were lots of people carrying trays of cafe food with no where to go. There isn't really a alternative because it's not bear anywhere, so grab some food before you arrive and prepare to hustle for a bench!

– Kay Young

🚆 National Railway Museum – York
I visited the National Railway Museum in York, which actually consists of two main locations: the main museum with its vast collection of historic trains and royal carriages, and a secondary hall for special exhibitions and interactive displays. Both locations are very spacious and educational, showcasing steam locomotives, carriages, and railway history from the UK. One highlight is being able to see famous trains up close. There is also a café inside the main museum, perfect for resting and enjoying food or drinks. Entry is free, making it accessible for everyone.
From an accessibility perspective, both museum areas are wheelchair friendly. Entrances are step-free, floors are flat, and aisles are wide for easy maneuvering. Lifts are available where needed, and accessible toilets with wheelchair logos are clearly marked. Staff are present and ready to assist when required.

♿ Accessibility Checklist
✅ Step-free entrance
✅ Wide aisles and spacious layout
🛗 Lifts available
🚻 Accessible toilets available (wheelchair logo)
♿ Flat and smooth flooring
🤝 Staff assistance available

📝 Note
The museum is large and comfortable for wheelchair users. Even during busy hours, the wide aisles make it easy to move around. The café provides a nice break spot during a long visit. Both locations are worth exploring for a full experience.

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– Walk and See

Absolutely amazing day out for the family. Kids thoroughly enjoyed exploring the trains and the wonder lab. Great to see the museum has been invested in and well maintained. We spent nearly 3 hours there and could have spent longer. Highly recommended!

– Stephen Lee