Grampian Transport Museum

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Located in the vibrant village of Alford, just 45 minutes from Aberdeen, the museum boasts an impressive range of transport exhibits, from travelling chariots of the 1800s, to some of the fastest cars ever made. Every season the museum refreshes around one-third of its exhibits – this year's exhibition includes "Kings' Cars", which includes the first car owned by the royal family! Another highlight is 'It's Electric', which gives an in-depth look at the past, present and future of electric vehicles. A few old favourites remain, including our MACK Snowplough, Billy Connolly's Boom Lowrider motortrike and one of our Curator's favourites, the ex-Grampian Police Rover SD1 Vitesse.

Our Tea Room serves an array of hot drinks, light lunches and snacks.

 

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Sit down and relax with a cup of tea or coffee in the cosy café.

With a selection of tasty cakes, trays bakes and freshly prepared sandwiches, the 'Travellers Rest' is the ideal place for a quick refresh during your visit.

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  • Official Star Rating
  • Opening Times
    April 1st to April 17th: 7 days a week 10am to 5pm

    April 18th to July 6th: Thursday to Monday only - 10am to 5 pm

    July 7th to August 20th: 7 days a week 10am to 5pm

    August 21st to October 12th: Thursday to Monday only - 10am to 5pm

    October 13th to October 29th: 7 days a week 10am to 4pm
  • Facilities
    • Toilets
    • Gift Shop
    • Child Friendly
    • Pets Allowed
    • Parking
    • Coach parking
    • Public Transport
    • Tours
  • Accessibility
    • Disabled Access
    • Blue Badge Parking
  • Visit Scotland Welcome Scheme
  • Accreditations and Awards
  • Official Star Rating
  • Opening Times
    April 1st to April 17th: 7 days a week 10am to 5pm

    April 18th to July 6th: Thursday to Monday only - 10am to 5 pm

    July 7th to August 20th: 7 days a week 10am to 5pm

    August 21st to October 12th: Thursday to Monday only - 10am to 5pm

    October 13th to October 29th: 7 days a week 10am to 4pm
  • Facilities
    • Child Friendly
    • Parking
    • Coach Parking
    • Pets Allowed
    • Public Transport
  • Accessibility
    • Disabled Access
    • Blue Badge Parking
  • Visit Scotland Welcome Scheme
  • Accreditations and Awards

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