Immerse yourself in the best of British music at the British Music Experience and learn all about the fascinating lives of You'll be surrounded by the original belongings of some of the greatest artists the country has produced, such as Freddy Mercury, Adele, Oasis, The Spice Girls and much, much more!
The British Music Experience
From The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to Amy Winehouse and Adele, the British Music Experience houses an unparalleled collection of memorabilia, costumes, instruments, photographs, and audiovisual material. The museum traces the origins, rise, and influence of British pop music from 1945 to the present day.
Among its most notable pieces are outfits worn by artists such as Freddie Mercury, Dusty Springfield, Adam Ant, the Spice Girls, and Mick Jagger, as well as instruments played by some of the world’s most renowned musicians, from Roger Taylor (Queen) to members of the Sex Pistols and Ian Curtis.
The museum features galleries, interactive areas, audiovisual experiences, and holographic zones:
Interactive Studio
You can try out real guitars, drum sets, and keyboards. This space will allow you to discover the sounds that have shaped British music over the decades.
Boy George Hologram
The installation captures his unmistakable voice, presence, and influence, offering a unique experience alongside one of British pop’s most recognizable icons.
Dance the Decades
Hit the dance floor and enjoy the sounds that defined each generation of British music. From the early days of rock and roll to contemporary pop, Dance the Decades invites you to discover how styles, rhythms, and audiences have evolved over time.
Anatomy of a Pop Star
This room will show you how artists develop distinctive identities and how music, fashion, and culture combine to shape public figures throughout the different eras of British music.
Hey DJ
You’ll discover how DJs shape the sound and atmosphere of British music culture. You’ll learn how to select, mix, and layer songs to create energy on the dance floor.
Vocal Booth
You’ll experience performing in a setting similar to a recording studio.
Where It's At
This section shows how cities, concert venues, and communities helped define unique sounds and musical trends, from local phenomena to global influences.
Star Café and Gift Shop
The Star Café offers a delicious selection of Illy coffees, specialty teas, cold drinks, and light bites.
The Gift Shop is open daily and features a wide range of band T-shirts, books, vinyl records, and collectibles, as well as merchandise related to all current and past temporary exhibitions.
Temporary exhibition: 50 Years of Rock Against Racism
From 10 September 2026 to 3 January 2027, you can enjoy the temporary exhibition ‘50 Years of Rock Against Racism’ at the British Music Experience museum. This marks the 50th anniversary of the Rock Against Racism movement and brings together a selection of striking photographs taken by photographers Syd Shelton and John Sturrock, alongside original posters, banners and magazines.
The exhibition traces a pivotal moment in the history of British music and society, whilst celebrating the enduring relationship between music, activism and social change.
The exhibition can be viewed both inside the museum and at the Star Café & Bar. The display at the Star Café & Bar is free to visit, whilst the exhibition inside the museum is included in the admission price for the British Music Experience.
Opening Hours
In 2026, The British Music Experience is open at the following times:
- Until September 6: open Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
- From September 7 to October 4: open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
- From October 5 to November 1: open Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
- From November 2 to December 20: open Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
- From December 21 to 26: closed
- Sunday, December 27: open from 10 am to 5 pm
- December 28 and December 29: closed
- Wednesday, December 30: open from 10 am to 5 pm
- December 31: closed
In all cases, final admission is at 4 pm.
