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Behind the Scenes: Transport Store Tour

Heron Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9LE
Behind the scenes at the Ulster Transport Museum Store

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Take a self-guided wander around these special collections, including Rex McCandless' innovations, historic bicycles, motorbikes, planes, and boats like the rare Shorts Sealand. This is a unique opportunity to see a working space - unlike our museum!

When is it?

Thursday 18th July | 18:00 to 19:00 | 18:30 to 19:30
Wednesday 21st August | 12:30 to 13:30
Wednesday 30th October | 12:30 to 13:30

What to know:

-The Transport Collection Stores are on Heron Road - not at the Ulster Transport Museum. We'll send the address to you through email once you've booked your ticket.
-This is not a guided tour and instead is an opportunity to see inside and wander around collections that are rarely seen by the public.
-All children must be accompanied by an adult.
-No food and drink allowed due to the nature of the space.
-There are bathrooms available on-site, however, no baby changing.

Facilities

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  • Booking Required

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£10.00 per ticket
Child£6.00 per ticket
Family£21.10 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Opening Times

Season (30 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Wednesday12:30 - 13:30

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