The National Tramway Museum is located at Crich, Derbyshire, England. The museum contains over 60 trams built between 1873 and 1982 and is set within Crich Tramway Village, a period village containing a pub, cafe, old-style sweetshop and tram depots.
Be transported back in time on our vintage trams. Soak up the atmosphere in our period street with a visit to the shops and take refreshments in the tearooms and pub.
Unlimited tram journeys calling at various stops along the mile long track. Stretch your legs on the sculpture trail and enjoy breathtaking views. A journey through the history of trams, taking in horse, steam and electric trams.
Accessibility
We understand the importance of access for all, so we have taken measures to ensure all of our visitors enjoy a great day with us whatever their ability.
There are access ramps or lifts to all our visitor facilities.
Please request our Access Tram (Berlin 3006) on arrival if you are a wheelchair user, as this has an appropriate platform for you to enjoy a tram ride with your wheelchair. It will operate at 11.30am and 2.30pm. on request. (It is recommended that you arrive at Town End 10 minutes before). Please note the Access Tram is not suitable for mobility scooters and is subject to a weight limit of 300kg.
A “smoothway” provides a smoother alternative to the cobbles for wheelchairs and buggies.
Wheelchairs are available for hire from 10am until 4pm with paid deposit which is refunded when the wheelchair is returned. If you would like to book a wheelchair in advance, please contact us the day before you visit to check availability.
There are disabled toilets located at the Red Lion Pub, Assembly Rooms and at the Wakebridge Tram Stop.
All building have lifts and ramps to enable access.
Click here to download our full Access Statement for Crich Tramway Village.
Discounted Admission Charge
The Museum offers free admission for carers and a discounted rate for our less able visitors.
Disabled Parking
There are 4 disabled parking spaces located by the main entrance. We also offer a drop-off service where less able visitors are encouraged to take their car into a central part of the Museum.
Littles
The Museum has a bus stop directly outside the entrance which is serviced by Littles. All the buses are fully accessible. Buses run from Matlock (140), Ripley (141), Alfreton (140) and Belper (142).
