Salford Museum & Art Gallery
Salford Museum & Art Gallery
Salford Museum & Art Gallery
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Salford Museum and Art Gallery was the UK’s ‘first free public library’, which opened in January 1850, followed in November by a museum and art gallery. The building was a mansion house known as Lark Hill, which had been built in the 1790s and has given its name to our famous Lark Hill Place; a Victorian street within the museum. Today, Salford Museum and Art Gallery presents an exciting programme of permanent displays and changing contemporary exhibitions together with a range of events and activities guaranteed to inspire which completes a must visit experience for individuals, families, schools and organisations to come and enjoy. When you have visited the galleries why not pop into our cafe or purchase a souvenir in the museum shop. Our learning and outreach programme allows everyone to get involved with the museum - perhaps taking part in a Victorian washday, learning new crafts or reminiscing with our memory boxes. We offer free admission and welcome all children accompanied by a responsible adult.
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Hshaw
11 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Booked tickets for 3.30 Sunday. Drove 3 hrs to get here. No disabled parking had scaffolding on the spaces And You have to pay for parking via an app. So I popped in to say i had booked but was just sorting parking.After a complete nightmare to download app to pay a ridic £2.50 I then went in to museum to be told they were SHUT!!Lady on the desk didn’t tell me this and I had wasted my time on stupid parking rip off nonsense!Don’t waste yr time going here why let me book tickets and then I can’t go in.Not right and not right ripping Off disabled people who have blue badge
Written 30 August 2020
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Thank you for your feedback and I am sorry you were disappointed by your visit. We do have extensive building work at the museum at present and due to our phased return from the covid-19 lockdown we do only have the ground floor open, hence the booking system in place to make sure it is as clear in the information that we aren’t at full capacity yet and have reduced opening hours. However we will review the information online in light of your comments to make sure it is clear for future visitors, we are sorry if you did not find it so. Our accessible parking bays are currently closed for the building work but we do have lots of parking spaces outside the museum at the moment – all visitors are asked to pay for their parking which helps us to keep the museum free entry and support our work. As the car park gets busier again we will be putting in temporary accessible parking bays for blue badge holders. We do encourage visitors to use the app or phone number as it is contactless so safer in these times, but it does take coins as well as another option if visitors do not wish to download an app or phone up. Thank you again for taking the time to leave a review and we will pass this on to the team.
Written 10 September 2020
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Judie D
Manchester, UK115 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Quantified visit as poor not based on the museum itself but on the appalling parking arrangement, due to which I would not visit again and would not encourage anyone I know to do so either. When the building is boarded up waiting to be developed into yet more apartments, that’s the time when somebody might listen - when it’s too late. In COVID times, when we are advised to use contactless, you rock up here to find only coins are acceptable. The machine states you can pay by card, but it refused 3 card types. Your only option is to ring/access on line the parking company and give all your personal details which in my case I’m reluctant to do anyway but especially not to a no mark parking outfit. I did go into the museum and ask could I buy something to get change but the answer was no, they don’t deal in cash. So fast forward half an hour and eventually we went into the museum, but by this time, I couldn’t have cared if they had the Crown Jewels on display. Avoid at all costs due to the parking and get your name down for one of the apartments coming soon.
Written 25 July 2021
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Thank you for your feedback and we are sorry there were issues with the contactless part of the ticketing machine on that day – and that the pay by phone or app options were not something you wanted to use. We are currently cashless due to our covid procedures but we will certainly take your feedback into account as we move out of precautions.
Written 16 August 2021
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paul11Manchester
Greater Manchester, UK123 contributions
Sept 2020
We went today, as online stated Open. No disable parking available, all scaffolding up. Husband went in spoke to a lady she stated we could go in for half an hour to see the street only just for half hour slot, and have to pay £3 Parking. What a laugh.
Decided to give up.
Might try again when all up and running.
Decided to give up.
Might try again when all up and running.
Written 3 September 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. As you say we do have a limited offer at the moment and are running a pre booking service as we are under going a phased reopening from lock down whilst keeping our social distancing measures in place. We hope to be able to welcome you back when the museum is fully open again and when our building works have been completed. Whilst our accessible parking spaces for blue badge holders are currently closed we do have plenty of spaces in front of the museum at the moment, and will be putting temporary blue badge spaces in as the car park gets busier again. We will pass your comments on to the team.
Written 10 September 2020
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PATRICIA K
Manchester, UK6 contributions
Nov 2022
We had a wonderful full day out.
The Victorian Street is so well done and as pensioners we found it very nostalgic.
Very much enjoyed the art exhibitions and had a great value for money lunch in the beautiful cafe.
All the staff were very pleasant and knowledgeable.
Easy to get to by train, just 2 minutes walk from the station.
All in all a great free day out, can't believe we haven't discovered this place before today.
The Victorian Street is so well done and as pensioners we found it very nostalgic.
Very much enjoyed the art exhibitions and had a great value for money lunch in the beautiful cafe.
All the staff were very pleasant and knowledgeable.
Easy to get to by train, just 2 minutes walk from the station.
All in all a great free day out, can't believe we haven't discovered this place before today.
Written 2 November 2022
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We're so pleased you enjoyed your day with us! Thank you for writing such a wonderful review and do come again!
Kind regards,
The team at Salford Museum
Written 10 November 2022
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Judith H
Liverpool, UK28 contributions
Jan 2022
Really enjoyed our visit today . Everyone was friendly and no trouble parking right outside and only £2.50 by card for 3 hours which is plenty for a good look around and lunch or coffee in the cafe. Highlight was the Victorian street and some of the exhibits in the galleries.
Written 26 January 2022
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Thank you for your review, Judith! Please do come again. Best wishes, the team at Salford Museum & Art Gallery
Written 1 February 2022
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Quest658247
Sandbach, UK11 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
Lovely family day out. My 7 year old is learning about the Victorians in school so we went to see the Victorian street and art gallery in particular. Both were excellent. Child friendly, fun and educational. We all loved it. We also looked around the other exhibitions in the art gallery, particularly enjoying the A-Z exhibition. A hidden gem!
Written 12 February 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We're so glad you got so much out of the museum and art galleries!
Written 16 February 2022
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Tina
Larkhall, UK98 contributions
Mar 2022
The museum was recommended to us by staff at Ordsall Hall and I'm so glad we got to see it. The Victorian Street is absolutely amazing, looks great, authentic and and even has the background sounds of a street. We also enjoyed the gallery. The staff are all lovely and friendly and you're allowed to take photos. There is also a nice park behind the museum, so we got to enjoy the sun after our visit.
Written 28 March 2022
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Thank you so much for your lovely review - we're glad you enjoyed your visit!
Written 4 April 2022
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Justice C
85 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
I've visited several times, mainly just to see the Victorian Street. I wish there were more period recreations of this type housed there.
The most recent visit was to see the art and associated objects expressing the relationship between people and animals.
While the cafe is nothing special, the architecture of the room and space it offers is lovely, so I always purchase something merely for the feeling of tranquility it seems to provide.
The most recent visit was to see the art and associated objects expressing the relationship between people and animals.
While the cafe is nothing special, the architecture of the room and space it offers is lovely, so I always purchase something merely for the feeling of tranquility it seems to provide.
Written 23 August 2023
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Hello. Thank you for visiting our museum and we are glad to hear that you enjoy Lark Hill Place. We are lucky to have a genuine Victorian street in our building! We are happy that you like the atmosphere in our Café and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Written 15 September 2023
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TheKJD
134 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
This is a fantastic place. Right by the university. My friends and I had been to the quays to visit the IWM and one of our party grew up in Salford and attended the Uni. He wanted to show us Peel park and the museum is just by the there. So we popped in and the Victorian street is just superb. I had my fortune told on an old machine, that was fun. The other shops were great to look at. Upstairs in the galleries, I was deeply moved by many of the paintings. The Victorian gallery is as good as any I have been in before. The set up and ambience are excellent. The other galleries are also interesting, particularly the current Riley exhibition. This is all free so I always make an effort to buy something. The shop is full of interesting books about Salford and i is was also offered a free Lowry print by the lovely girl who served me at reception, which was nice! We were also able to get parked outside but just make sure you have PayByPhone on your phone as there is no machine. Also, be careful on your way in from the main road as there is a bus lane on the dual carriageway that ends just before the entrance and starts again shortly thereafter. If you don’t know where you’re going and tend to get flustered like me, it can be a bit stressful as this road is one of the busy roads leading into Manchester.
Written 30 August 2024
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mikeb1951
Manchester, UK63 contributions
Jan 2020
Great place to visit with a wide range of interesting exhibits, including Lark Hill Place. Helpful staff and fairly easy to get around. Nice cafe. Parking is overpriced (as usual).
Written 15 January 2020
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Thank you! We hope to welcome you back to see our new exhibitions and Lark Hill Place
Written 25 January 2020
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Do you have Disabled Parking Free or chargeable
Written 29 August 2020
SMAG01
Salford, United Kingdom
Hi, There are three accessible parking spaces for blue badge holders adjacent to the museum entrance.
Car parking charges for blue badge holder do apply at Salford Museum & Art Gallery at the following rates:
Up to 3 hours: £2.50
3 – 6 hours: £5.50
Over 6 hours: £9.00
Written 30 August 2020
Is there a car park on site?
Written 22 March 2020
Would a 4 year-old find it interesting? Is there a charge for entry?
Written 21 February 2017
SMAG01
Salford, United Kingdom
Hi, Yes we hope a four year old would enjoy it here. We have quizzes and fancy dress for children to enjoy on a daily basis. We also have half term activities running all week. Admission is free but some activities are charged between £1-2 per child.
Written 22 February 2017
marshakbrowne
Pennington, New Jersey
What are your hours of operation and days you are closed?
Written 5 February 2017
SMAG01
Salford, United Kingdom
Hi,
Please find the relevant information below.
Opening times
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The cafe is open on weekdays from 8:30am - 4:00pm and on weekends from 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Unless otherwise stated, this facility is closed on bank holidays.
Access
Free entry
Three disabled persons' parking spaces adjacent to museum entrance
Ramp into the building for wheelchair and pram access
Lift inside the museum to access all floors
Loop in reception and shop area
Accessible toilet available
Baby changing facilities
Tactile statues
Please see the heritage Access Policy Statement for more information about access at Salford Museum and Art Gallery and Ordsall Hall.
Parking
Car parking charges apply at Salford Museum at the following rates:
Up to three hours: £2.00
Three to six hours: £5.00
Six to twelve hours: £8.00
All monies generated will go towards the running of Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Written 8 February 2017
Hi
I couldn't answer sooner as it had been a while since I had been and I didn't want to give the wrong information, anyway I have been again today ( 23/08/2016) with whole family of 5, £36 for us all to have wraps/paninis and salad/ coleslaw, we all had a drink, 2 cappuccinos, two diet cokes, one pot of tea and we also ordered another panini extra as we weren't sure if our young son would eat everything from his kids lunch box deal, so for 5 I think it's very reasonable as it worked out at £7 each or thereabouts for a lunchtime.
Written 23 August 2016
SMAG01
Salford, United Kingdom
Hi,
Yes we are open on Sunday.
Please find all the details you require re visiting our Museum and Art Gallery.
Opening times
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The cafe is open on weekdays from 8:30am - 4:00pm and on weekends from 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Unless otherwise stated, this facility is closed on bank holidays.
Access
Free entry
Three disabled persons' parking spaces adjacent to museum entrance
Ramp into the building for wheelchair and pram access
Lift inside the museum to access all floors
Loop in reception and shop area
Accessible toilet available
Baby changing facilities
Tactile statues
Please see the heritage Access Policy Statement for more information about access at Salford Museum and Art Gallery and Ordsall Hall.
Parking
Car parking charges apply at Salford Museum at the following rates:
Up to three hours: £2.00
Three to six hours: £5.00
Six to twelve hours: £8.00
All monies generated will go towards the running of Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Written 8 February 2017
SMAG01
Salford, United Kingdom
Hi, the Museum is free entry but car parking charges do apply as follows:
Up to three hours: £2.00
Three to six hours: £5.00
Six to twelve hours: £8.00
Hope this helps! If you have any further questions please do call us on 0161 778 0800.
Written 20 August 2015
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