The Trolleybus Museum
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
About The Trolleybus Museum
The Trolleybus Museum is the world's largest collection of preserved trolleybuses, alongside other vehicles and artefacts from the same era like trams, tractors and motorbuses. Ideal staring fare for your little rev head! It bears mentioning that the opening days to the public are pretty limited, but equally when they are open they make an occasion of it and you can catch working trolleybus rides frequently. Often open days will have a seasonal theme or bonus. Other options include the annual Sandtoft Gathering and the after dark session called the Twilight Trolleys! Please note that while there is reasonable disabled access most trolleybus rides may not be accessible to those with major disabilities; however the Museum now has an accessible trolleybus which is operated on a handful of days a year. Also, the phone number reaches an automated line. There is also an additional experience available for additional cost where older types can drive a trolleybus themselves! These sessions are held when the facility is otherwise closed.
Our Favourite Activity: trolleybus rides
Looking at all of the incredibly preserved trolleybuses and artefacts!
Seasonal Events
There are plenty of seasonal open days to enjoy plus the annual Sandtoft Gathering.
After Dark Sessions!
They even host an after dark session called the Twilight Trolleys!
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Onsite Parking
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday, Closed
- Wednesday, Closed
- Thursday, Closed
- Friday, Closed
- Saturday, 10:30 - 16:30
- Sunday, 10:30 - 16:30
The Museum is only open to the public on certain weekends between March and November each year and is open on Bank Holiday Mondays.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (5-15) : £6.00
- Adult (16-18+) : £12.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-5) : Free
Senior: £10.00
Concession: £8.00
Some events are charged at a higher price – please check the website.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
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Toilets
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Contact Details
Transport Information
The only public bus service is justgo North Lincs, from Scunthorpe. This runs Monday to Saturday and journeys have to be pre-booked. The Museum runs a free shuttle bus on Saturdays to connect with services 387/388 form Doncaster at Thorne and on Bank Holiday Mondays, the Sandtoft Gathering, and Isle of Axholme Running Day a free direct bus from Doncaster. See the website for more information.
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