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Latest News

Many changes have taken place at the museum since its foundation in 1983. More recently, the major refurbishment of the building now enables us to remain open throughout the year and to provide more facilities for localĀ  community involvement.

Family Project Preserves Piece of Transport History with Carter, Paterson Van Revival (16th April 2025)

The Museum’s on-site Archive Department has unearthed correspondence from a Mr Wilson regarding the Carter, Paterson Horse-drawn Van which we ...
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Driving Commercial Vehicle Heritage Forward – BCVM Volunteers attend Volunteer Recognition Awards (5th April 2025)

On Saturday 29th March (2025) members of the Museum’s wonderful volunteer team attended the Volunteer Recognition Awards, hosted by South ...
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A Buzzing Spring Season at The Museum (Spring 2025)

We are busy gearing up for another bustling events season here at The British Commercial Vehicle Museum. Chick out our ...
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Lights, Camera, Traction: Media Students Capture Commercial Vehicle Heritage (18th March 2025)

Over the last couple of weeks, we have had the pleasure of welcoming Level 2 Creative Media Students from Runshaw ...
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National Lottery Open Week (March 2025)

The British Commercial Vehicle Museum is thrilled to announce that we are one of many venues participating in this year’s ...
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Throwback Thursday – The Leyland Beadle Finds Its Final Home (6th March 2025)

Throwback to this time last year when the Leyland Beadle arrived at the Museum… How It All Began – The ...
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What's New to our Website

Our website now includes pages where you can view exhibitions, exhibit your own artwork, watch videos relating to the Museum and its activities, and download our family-friendly digital resources.

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