Long Shop Museum

Went on a quiet Saturday but even so I could see the museum was working hard to provide live activities for children with juggling, games, magic etc. overseen by adults & volunteers specially attending, plus other quieter pursuits too (drawings, written puzzles & challenges etc.). I knew the story of the wider Garrett family is full of interest but the Long Shop building itself together with adjacent buildings is carefully presented to show 200 years of local industry that reached far beyond Leiston. The Museum is full of interest and we're lucky to have it; and although not perfect what we see is no doubt the result of many hours, weeks and years of committed work by employees and I suspect a small army of volunteers over the years. Especially visit: * The Long Shop ground & first floors for a history of the company's manufacture with examples, and life for employees; * Other buildings for more including the agricultural machinery at the original heart of the company; * Other buildings too for wider life of the community and wider story of the Garrett family and it's impressive descendants. NB: * Regrettably first floor of the Long Shop may not be accessible for those with physical disabilities. * I think refreshments are mainly self-service vending.

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Had a lovely visit with 3 year olds. Staff are genuinely helpful and keen to talk/explain more if you wish. The vehicles / machines / tools and the displays are authentic and interesting even to someone who was previously not that interested! The galley upstairs was a fun experience and there are interactive activities for kids. We particularly liked the trolley with drawers of different materials and metals and the children could touch them and weigh them out. Theres a simple cafe with a few things for sale and children's toys. Would 10/10 recommend, children didn't want to leave.

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Wonderful place with incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. I were even given the opportunity to see a trolleybus that is currently being restored, which made the visit even more special. The museum is full of fascinating history and is well worth exploring. I highly recommend visiting the Long Shop Museum if you're in the area!

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Really interesting museum. Lovely staff. Our two children (5 and 3 years old) enjoyed doing brass rubbings, drawing and playing in the garden while we learnt about the history of the site.

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