I visited recently. I was very impressed. The museum is relatively small, with two levels (there is a lift and stairs, so very accessible). The exhibits are creative, with interesting layouts. The information provided with the exhibits is informative without being dry. I think this museum is great for visitors of all ages: I saw both children and adults enjoying their visit. I would be interested to join any guided tour at the museum. I have also heard there are other events, such as art classes, which I would be interested in. As for parking, there is a carpark outside the department, but there is street parking nearby too. If you need further information, I found the staff were...
Read moreI took my grandchildren to see this. We all really enjoyed it, there were lots of taxidermy and skeletons. I feel that clearer signage, labels or description would have made this more interesting for us. I know it is a university but when open to the general public not everyone is as knowledgeable so I feel we walked past a lot of displays without the full benefit. This could be more of a learning opportunity for many people. Whether displays, an audio tour, or information boards, leaflets etc. My grandchildren were asking questions I did not know the answers to Google helps! However they would go back, it is good for a couple of hours...
Read moreFree entry and very educational if not a little sad. It’s a real eye opener into how many species we have lost or will soon loose If we keep killing them at the rate we do. Soon this will be the only place you will get a chance to see some animals which is a somber thought. The first floor is predominantly birds with downstairs offering a glimpse into a wider selection of animals from apes and tigers to snakes and fish. It’s well worth a visit and doesn’t take too long. We went around both floors in...
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