We were stuck for doing things in Birmingham and came across this museum. It was a really good choice. The prison is well curated with cells made up to represent how they were used. There is a lot of history and social history described in other rooms and lots of exhibits The volunteers were really fantastic. They had so much to share and they were so enthusiastic. we had a really good time visiting this museum

This museum is fascinating and a real slice of history. The staff are helpful and friendly too. There is also information about Peaky Blinders! There is a place to have a hot drink and snack plus stuff for children. Well worth a vsit!

Really enjoyed our visit. The museum is well organised with knowledgeable and friendly volunteer guides. The mugshots of prisoners and the film of an actor in the role of a prisoner gave real atmosphere to the authentically restored building.

With a couple of hours to fill, this looked like an interesting option. The volunteers are helpful and knowledgeable. The exhibits are well displayed with lots of interesting background. We spent over an hour exploring and learning interesting facts. There are activities for older children including a who dunnit trail.

Fabulous visit here and the volunteers helped to bring it to life. Nice to see the history and also to learn these cells were still in use up to 2016. Definitely recommend and would be a great place to take the kids over the Easter holidays. As big kids we enjoyed trying on the uniforms!

Visited in a family group aged from 15-60+ and we all enjoyed. Volunteers exceptionally helpful, taking pics etc as well as some old sweat’s explaining about the force and it’s history up to the modern day. The Museum is set on 3 levels of old cells, different floors and cells explaining topics such as forensics, history, transport etc. and of course the Peaky Blinders. Lots to keep younger visitors busy including cosplay. We were there for 2 hours without doing everything. Tremendous value in this day and age.

Excellent and very interesting. The volunteers are very helpful and informative. Would highly recomend. Gift shop has lots of reasonable priced items. You are allowed to put the costumes on and take as many pictures as you want.

Visited with a friend who was in town for the day on Wednesday 10th July. An informative museum with plenty of interesting exhibits and very helpful and friendly staff (particularly on reception and in the basement cafe). There was a school trip there at the time who were having a great time by the sounds of things. Nice to see a historic building preserved and in use, and I'm sure the experience will be even better when some of the empty cells are put to use.

Fantastic visit and reasonably priced. Friendly staff who welcomed us as soon as we arrived. Gave the children a work sheet to do as we walked round. The children enjoyed learning about the cells and prison life. There was a small snack area which did reasonable prices drinks and snacks while the kids took their own finger prints and did activities. Allow about 2 hours to go round. Only negative was the parking, parked on the NCP for just over 3 hours and cost me £16. Will deff catch the train next time

2.5 hours to look round, enjoyed by all. Including a 12 and 16 year old, which is a hard task to achieve! So interactive and fun and many photo opportunities! A great experience and would definitely recommend!