Museum of Classic Sci-Fi, Allendale
Museum of Classic Sci-Fi, Allendale is a national museum & exhibition in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £7.50 · Child £2.50 · Family £20 From a 2025 family review: adult £7.50; 1 adult + 1 child £10; families from £13 (1+2) to £20 (2+2); under-5s free. Osborne House, Allendale NE47 9BJ. Small and narrow; about 30-45 minutes. |
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| Opening times | Mon-Tue 10:30-3, Sat-Sun 10:30-4; extra days in school holidays. |
| Best time to go | Weekends and Mon-Tue; extra days in school holidays. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast. |
| Best ages | Most suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children |
| If it rains | Mostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest |
| Money saver | Many are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day. |
| Top tips | Small museum of props and costumes from Doctor Who, Star Wars, Thunderbirds and more. |
| What to pack | Snacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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