National Media Museum Bradford
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5
Date of visit: August 2017
overall Rating Text
Excellent
The National Media Museum has been voted on of the best museums in the UK. Not only is the museum very education it is also fun and perfect for a family day out. The museum has several floors which are easy accessible, each floor different from the next. For example visit several galleries such as focusing on photography, television, animation, video gaming, and be mind blown by the science exhibition. Do you love movies? Come on watch a movie on the big screen at the IMAX, which has the largest screen in Bradford, and watch the film come to alive at the 3D blockbuster showings. Finally, grab a bit to eat one of the many cafes located on the ground floor, have a chat with friends, or try delicious, mouth watering dishes from the menu.
disabled Access In AndAround Text
Excellent
Access to the museum from the front of the building is via a wheelchair-accessible entrance and automatic doors. Furthermore there is a large print information sheet of the layout of the museum. The museum has few wheelchairs available to use, however must be booked in advance. A lift is available from the ground floor, allowing you to access all levels of the museum, so you want miss out on anything. Also all galleries and exhibition spaces are all wheelchair-accessible. Furthermore the lift has audio announcements, Braille and raised buttons. Induction loop facilities are located at the Box Office on the Ground Floor To access the IMAX you can use the entrance on Level 5. Single spaces for wheelchair users are located on the balcony, and seats available alongside. The Media Café is located on the Ground Floor and is wheelchair-accessible. There are two heights of tables to accommodate wheelchair users, and all seating is moveable. Assistance dogs are allowed in the building, however need to let staff know before hand in order to reserve seats, and staff even provide water for the dog. The museum also provides facilities for individuals with autism, for example quite areas.
parkingTransport Text
Excellent
Finding a parking space can be stressful, however the National Media Museum provides parking spaces at front of the museum, with the maximum stay up to 4 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore the museum. Also provides car and coach drop-off directly outside the entrance.
accessibleToilets Text
Excellent
Easy access toilets are located on the Ground Floor, Levels 3 and 5, and in Pictureville Bar. Toilets are spacious so their is enough room for wheelchair uses. Also alarm cords and grab rails are available.
staff Text
Excellent
Staff are very friendly, easy to approach. They are happy to help and many of the staff are trained in disability and autism awareness.
