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Prestongrange Museum

National Museum & Exhibition · East Lothian, Scotland · Prestonpans, EH32 9RX

Prestongrange Museum is a national museum & exhibition in East Lothian, Scotland. Entry is free. 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.

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PriceFree entry
Free entry; special exhibitions, parking and extras may be charged.
Best time to goSpring to autumn; free.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsFree industrial heritage site with a huge beam engine and old colliery machines.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

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