West Midlands Police Museum

Visit West Midlands Police Museum to learn about two centuries of policing history. Check our website for tickets & special events. Also available to hire.

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Last years Christmas Grotto was full of festive fun and we're excited to do it all again!

Join us in welcoming Santa to the Lock-Up; we hope you've made the nice list as he is bringing plenty of gifts!

Grab your tickets here:
https://t.co/BqeS3cGmGC

#Birmingham #Christmas

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🎙️NEW EPISODE OUT TODAY🎙️Recorded LIVE at @WMPHistory for the @ESRC Festival of Social Science. Listen HERE: https://t.co/MvTWLO6gS8 or wherever you get your podcasts! @AstonUniversity @AstonPress

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We often say walking into our Lock-Up is like being on the set of Porridge - we're glad we're not the only ones who get that feeling!

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Pre-book your free space here:
https://t.co/wTXWTvukcx

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Remember we are closed for general entry tomorrow - instead come join us for a WMP RAP Community Consultation Day!

Join us as Pogus Caesar's Belly of the Beast exhibition draws to a close, and we ask the question - how can we improve community relations with the police?

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#BirminghamHeritageWeek is in full swing and we've got plenty history to unlock!

Join us this week for our special evening events including #TrueCrime tales, behind the scenes tours, and a murder mystery whodunnit!

Snap up your spaces now!
https://t.co/hXMlbdycQP

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School is back and so are our amazing class days out!

🔎 Cover curriculum topics
👮🏽‍♀️ Get hands on with history
🚔 Bespoke days out
🕵️‍♂️ Interactive learning

Check out more:
https://t.co/9ZHfPzzMN5

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🔎 Have you got what it takes to crack the case?

Which of the suspects has something to hide?
Why was Michael in danger?
What happened on that fateful night?

Grab your tickets and come in your Victorian best for our next #MurderMystery!

https://t.co/4zSAgcGG4J

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It's your last week to take advantage of the #GreatBritishSummerSavings!

Round off your summer holidays with a historic day out and save 10% on admission!

We're open Wednesday - Saturday from 10am

Grab your summer saver tickets here:
https://t.co/vGE6MOMFEr

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MUSEUM COMPETITION 🎨

In the Magic Faraway Tree’s Land of Presents, there’s gifts galore.
Draw someone you love with a special gift to be in with a chance to win a Double National Art Pass + Kids and an Enid Blyton book bundle!

https://t.co/K3tSvRtKN8

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We couldn't do what we do without the amazing knowledge of our volunteers - whether they have worked within the force or just have a passion for sharing history!

https://t.co/DKdF67GHFr

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Looking for your next role in the #museum and #heritage sector?

We're recruiting now for:
⭐ Museum and Heritage Lead
⭐ Museum Collections and Exhibition Officer
⭐ Museum Funding and Grants Officer

Apply online:
https://t.co/iu5HHrBvNm

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It's back by popular demand!

Macabre Museum is your chance to explore the items and stories in our collection, too gruesome for every day display - including illegal medical equipment, forensic evidence, and #truecrime stories!

Book before it sells out!
https://t.co/N0k1FhKdUx

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We had a wonderful visit recently from the Refugee Migrant Centre who brought along families to engage with our museum!

The children had a wonderful time getting hands on with activities and looking the part in police uniform!

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Looking for a creative adventure this summer holiday? 👀

Try the Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure at West Midlands Police Museum - a free spotter trail by @kidsinmuseums and @BlytonOfficial inspired by the Magic Faraway Tree.

ℹ️ https://t.co/jlKNv5UB2f

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⭐ Part-time
⭐ Permanent
⭐ £28k + pro rata

Apply here:
https://t.co/N8reJDdKZZ

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🚨 Job alert! 🚨

We're hiring a Museum Funding and Grants Officer to support the work of our museum!

If you have experience seeking out funding opportunities and projects with a community, education, or heritage focus, you may just be the next member of the Lock-up team!

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With 3 floors of cells bursting with history, hands on activities, and plenty to keep the kids busy, we might just be your next perfect family day out!

Better yet, save on entry throughout August with the Great British Summer savings!
https://t.co/CaO8h3qnsH

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📢 We’re hosting the Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure this summer!

Explore West Midlands Police Museum with this fun, free family trail designed by @kidsinmuseums and @BlytonOfficial, inspired by the wonderful lands of the Magic Faraway Tree 🌳

ℹ️ https://t.co/qziuSSwOX2

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We're delighted to receive the TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award for 2026!

Thank you to everyone who has shared their thoughts and feedback online, it greatly helps us reach more visitors!

Check out over 300 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reviews!
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