Prices: Adults £13.20; seniors (60+) £10.70; children aged five to 16 £7; under-fives free.

Opening times: From March to October, the museum is open every day 10am-5pm. From November to February, it is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm.

How to get there: The Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road, Dudley, West Midlands DY1 4SQ. The museum is situated on the A4037, six miles from Junction 10 of the M6.

Parking: There is ample coach and car parking outside the museum entrance building. Cars are charged at £1.

Disabled access: In parts of the museum, the ground is steep and uneven and some of the buildings have high steps. Wheelchair users who require assistance are invited to bring an accompanying guest who will be admitted to the museum free of charge. Access is available to the majority of buildings, although most require temporary ramped access. Staff are on hand around the site to assist visitors with restricted mobility. Adapted toilets are available in the entrance building and adjacent to the Canalside Cafe.

Refreshments: The modern Cafe Bar situated in the main entrance building provides drinks and light refreshments. The Canalside Cafe offers a selection of food from snacks to hot and cold meals. The 1930s' Fried Fish Shop offers traditionally cooked fish and chips. The Bottle & Glass Inn serves a selection of traditional ales and soft drinks. There are a number of grassed areas if visitors prefer to bring their own picnics.

Telephone: 0121 5579643.