The MAD (Mechanical Art & Design) Museum displays Kinetic Art and Automata handcrafted by pioneering inventors and artists from all around the world.
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Mar 16, 2025
We spent a fun hour or so in here. Fascinating automata, mechanical things, and marble run machines. Great for adults as well as children.Full review by Anita H
Feb 15, 2025
Lots of interactive designs however a few weren’t working. We went during half term and had to prebook, it was very busy so the time slots worked well!Full review by Departure50816975968
Feb 13, 2025
Blown away by the intricacy of the machines on display and most if not all are interactive and open to visitors making them operate. Absolutely worth a visit and well worth the modest entry fee comp…Full review by DSW77
Please can anyone advise of possible time spent here? While I realise this will vary, I’d be grateful for a vague idea please. Will just be two adults.
Is this aimed specifically at children? My partner and I are visiting Stratford again over Valentines weekend and something different to the Shakespeare world would be great.
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It appealed to the child in me, I’m a retired engineer, and found it fascinating. Enjoy!
Taking 4 year old grandaughter to Stratford. Weather forecast atrocious. Apart from the butterfly farm is there anywhere in the town to keep her occupied and me sane please. Thank you.
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The mad museum has things for all ages to see. It is a very interesting place and slot to see. There is a cinema called the picture house. Also a lot of shops to visit such as the …
The mad museum has things for all ages to see. It is a very interesting place and slot to see. There is a cinema called the picture house. Also a lot of shops to visit such as the Christmas shop that is open all year around and Harry Potter themed shops. I hope this helps