Fantastic free attraction and so many cheap things in the gift shop for children . Although the cafe is limited to tea coffee and cakes it was still very cheap .and the tea was lovely .

Lovely little free museum, showing some amazing artifacts! My kids loved the dragon slide from the 70s that they could play in. Old arcade games to try your hand at, and win prizes! Fab little gift shop too

The museum is a great place to go to learn about history. Great for children to interact. Plenty to see on both floors and also has a shop where you can buy souvenirs, toys, ice creams/tea/coffee. Friendly staff and lovely grounds.

Fantastic museum with kind staff and a wonderful model railway. Describes nearly all the history of this very overlooked Northamptonshire town. Free entry with pots of tea for ONE POUND

Free Entry Brilliant variety showing the history of Wellingborough. Free Parking available in the Swansgate Shopping Centre Car Park Lots of hands on exhibits and demonstrations available on numerous exhibitions Definitely worth a visit

The staff are very helpful, kids love it and it is a real relaxed opportunity to go back in time and see how things used to be. We'll worth a visit.

Great little local museum! A lot of information about Wellingborough and the surrounding area. The volunteers have been doing an amazing job. Yes it needs a little bit of TLC but that can only be made possible if everyone gets behind it. This a volunteer run museum and it's FREE to enter so please consider donating so they can continue to improve on their already brilliant collection. You can also sit and have a lovely cuppa and a slice of cake or a snack. They have a gift shop and a great collection of second hand and new history books to purchase. Free parking at Swansgate which is only a short walk.

The best little museum around. Brilliant volunteers and the most cost effective tea and coffee in town. Tea one pound Coffee one pound. Cant be bad.

🏛️ The Wellingborough Museum offers a unique and intriguing experience that takes you back to the history of Wellingborough. Housed in a converted community pool known as 'Dulley's Baths,' the museum maintains some of its original charms, creating an interesting juxtaposition between the past and the present. Initially built in 1892 by local brewer David Dulley as a swimming pool, the building has undergone several transformations throughout its history. 🖼️ Today, visitors to the museum can explore a range of exhibits spread across two main gallery areas. The downstairs gallery delves into early history, covering periods such as the Iron Age, Roman Britain, the Middle Ages, and Victorian times, along with the impact of World War I. The upstairs gallery focuses on the 20th century, offering a glimpse into the past with a recreated 1940s living room and kitchen. Another highlight is a recreation of a haberdashery shop from the era, providing a nostalgic experience for visitors. 🎹 One of the standout features of the Wellingborough Museum is the interactive nature of the exhibits. Visitors can enjoy playing the 1920s pianola and try their hand at producing a tune. Additionally, the museum invites guests to engage with the functioning 1950s seaside arcade machines, which operate using pre-decimal coins. These activities further enhance the sense of stepping into the past, creating a delightful and immersive experience. 🎮🔮 👻 While some attractions, like the haunted hotel arcade, may not meet initial expectations, as it turns out to be a brief 15-second puppet show, other aspects of the museum make up for it. The occasional quirks and surprises add to the overall charm of the museum, reminding visitors of the wonders that history can hold. 🎭 📚 The museum also offers adult education classes upstairs, and the presence of an elevator ensures accessibility for all visitors. The excellent lighting throughout the museum creates a pleasant and inviting atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. 💡 🖼️ It's worth noting that the collection at the Wellingborough Museum may seem eclectic, with different pieces that feel like a mix. However, despite this variety, the museum maintains a clean and well-maintained environment, ensuring a pleasant visit. 🧹 ⏰ The Wellingborough Museum is open to the public with the following hours: Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday: CLOSED 📜 In summary, the Wellingborough Museum offers a unique journey into the town's history. From its converted community pool setting to the functioning arcade machines and the occasional quirks in the exhibits, it provides an intriguing blend of the past and the present. While some attractions may not fully meet expectations, the museum's cleanliness, accessibility, and overall charm make it a worthwhile visit for those interested in exploring the rich history of Wellingborough. 🏛️✨

Interesting and educational displays and overviews of historical figures, items and events that shaped the town into what it is today. Highly recommended. Free admission - donations are appreciated.

Went to the Wellingborough Bus Festival last Saturday on the 14th Aug 2021 and wow! Such a little place can make you aware what went on decades well before smart phones and even TV sets the size of modern smart tablets! A very small establishment but shows a tremendous amount of local and various things with the town history! Definitely recommend for some history buffs!

Visited on a bank holiday, it was open. Had fun using the antique self-play piano. Also, other featured items had excellently written, precise descriptions. I loved every minute I spent in the museum.

This was a fascinating museum with a lovely little cafe with very reasonable prices. We’ll worth a visit!

The most disorganised, cluttered, and badly curated museum I've ever seen. Many displays are either unlit (torch required), or out of reach (kneepads required). There is no real sense of organisation or storytelling, for the museum as a whole. There's a wide range of artifacts, from a broad range of timescales; but most have no local significance. This museum simply doesn't know whether it's there to tell the story of Wellingborough's importance, especially its position in the industrial history of the UK - or just to give a broader overview of the UK's material culture. As a result, it does neither of these things competently. I'm not saying it's not interesting, or worth a visit - but it's much more notable for being a mess than for being a good opportunity to learn about the town.

Very friendly staff. Not much to see. They do serve a great coffee.

Such a lovely museum with a store full of toys and books. The history is all around when you enter

One of my favourite places in Wellingborough to while away some time in. Always something new to see in here. It's highly educational for the younger generations who maybe want to learn about the history of Wellingborough and the Nene Valley, from the Roman era 2000yrs ago to the industrial revolution and the Victorian era. It has a fabulous model train layout that is interactional with steam trains and diesels. Has an outdoor play area for the kids with a grass area for picnics and BBQ's. Come and have a look, I promise you won't be disappointed. Admission is free although donations are greatfully accepted.

Very chaotic exhibition of personal belongins, mostly from last 50 - 70 years. Children will be happy to crawl through the restored wooden dragon - a local shopping center attraction from 1972.

Great museum, exhibits well presented. Lots to see - we ran out of time to see it all. Definitely on our return visit list.

Underrated place. Filled with interesting bits and pieces, but the treasure is the shop and staff. Lovely people.

Great museum run by lovely people. If you're lucky you will see the viking group training as well on a sat afternoon.