This isn't a huge museum but is certainly very pleasant and well worth a visit. The winter gardens are again small but perfectly formed and a good place to relax and enjoy the plant life. The museum has some interesting exhibitions as well a gallery space that has housed some excellent exhibitions. I am a regular visitor when I am... More

Lots to see and do, although I felt the food is over priced. Def worth goiing but I would near by as there are lots of cafes and bars you can call in. The Winter Gardens is lovely and the play park is great for the kids.

the park is loverly,bit nippy but your up north, must see the lion,but don,t forget to go upstairs,animal section is class

It's small, unkempt, tired looking, with broken toilet doors, and litter. And when there are so many other great coffee and eating places in the next few streets, no wonder the cafe was deserted. Perhaps it's the Government's fault, the result of public sector cuts. What a shame. The park itself is gorgeous. Bring sandwiches and feed your crusts to... More

Come in and have a look - it is a little paradise, simply wonderful!! I stayed some hours, watching the plants and reading my book...and enjoyed some peace!!

Winter Gardens are a great hands on experience and combine that with a wander around the interactive museum and café, it makes an ideal place to take the little ones (boys 3 & 5) on a rainy day. And if the weather's not too bad, a trip to the playground in Mowbray Park next door is lovely too.

Been quite a few times it passes an afternoon away very well. The Museum very interesting and they always trying to do activities for the kids. Art gallery full of local art which is very interesting.

A good 4 hours of absorbing strolling round exibits, it's free and there are loads of things for the kids if you check online beforehand. The winter gardens are full of really big tropical plants and BIG fish.

Fantastic winter display, and great displays of art , local history and culture.