Explore over 70 interactive mechanical art exhibits at the UK's only permanent venue dedicated to kinetic art and automata.

The MAD Museum is a unique indoor attraction housed in Stratford-upon-Avon, offering visitors the chance to explore and interact with over 70 fascinating mechanical art exhibits. As the UK's only permanent venue dedicated to mechanical art, the museum showcases kinetic art and automata from resident artists and collectors, providing an engaging experience for curious minds of all ages. Families can enjoy affordable admission with special family packages available, and children under 5 visit free. The museum welcomes all visitors, including those with pushchairs and dogs, making it an accessible destination for families with young children. The venue operates seven days a week with extended Saturday hours, and no pre-booking is required for entry. Beyond the main exhibits, the MAD Museum offers educational experiences through school visits and special programs during school holidays. The gift shop features marble kits, MAD Factory products, and gift tickets, allowing visitors to take home their own mechanical creations. The museum also provides repair and restoration services for mechanical art pieces, and offers personalised laser-cutting services, making it a destination for both casual family days out and those with a deeper interest in mechanical and kinetic art.

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What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

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Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Sidney Tomlin

3 weeks ago

Lovely little museum full of all sorts of wonderfull creations and artpieces. I loved following the running balls and enjoyed seeing how mechanisms worked. Was a bit busy and loud for its size, would reccommend going on a weekday or a less busier time.

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Vikki Hogg

2 months ago

Really fun and interactive. My 12 and 13 year old even enjoyed it! Some interesting creations, a little area for creating your own marble run and building bits. Not a massive place but an interesting hour was spent here.

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Anna Marie

3 months ago

It is quite cheap to enter around £8.50 for an adult. The sculptures and art work was really interesting, it takes around half an hour to an hour to walk round. I would recommend to people who like to see unusual art and mechanics in action.

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Flutterby22

4 months ago

Just so blooming clever!!! Not a big place but so different! We kept walking around again and again, one of those places where you see more the more you look! I was absolutely hypnotised by the fabulous sand pattern robotic table!!! I think it’s now my life’s goal to own one!!! Definitely worth a visit!

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Jason C

5 months ago

BRILLIANT. It's not big but it doesn't matter. The place is full of really cleaver and interesting mechanisms donated by artists. A few are interactive. My 6 year old grandson walked around with a Wow face for nearly two hours. He loved it.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026