This one-of-a-kind town literally transports you back to the Victorian era – it’s even complete with actors to top off the experience.

The Black Country Living Museum is a huge open air museum with a whole town designed in the Victorian era.

Located in Dudley, this museum features 26 acres of reconstructed shops, houses and industrial areas that represent the history of the area.

If you visit, you’ll experience sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the Black Country as this immersive day out will transport you back in time.

In 2023, the museum welcomed over 385,000 visitors and it’s no surprise that people are desperate to attend this incredible day out which is one you won’t find anywhere else.

One visitor on said: “Spent a fab day here – thank you to all the staff for making our day one to remember. Amazingly we didn’t get time (even though we entered at 10am and were still there at 5) to go on the barge but hey great excuse to go back soon.

“If you have even the slightest interest in local social history you must go, all the staff in their period costumes make it come alive for you showing you what life was like. There are lots of demonstrations to watch.

“There’s even two pubs on site and fresh cooked fish and chips for lunch or the best pork pie I’ve tasted to take home”

In the nearby market town of Dudley, there are plenty of other things to do if you are making a trip to the area.

If you enjoy nature and wildlife, you can visit Saltwells National Nature Reserve which is home to an impressive bluebell wood, wildflower grassland and protected historical features.

Saltwells is a nature reserve that has been firmly rooted in its community for generations and, as part of the UNESCO Global Black Country Geopark, it also now spreads its unique natural riches to visitors from across the world.

Dudley Zoo and Castle is another popular place to visit in the area if you are an animal lover. If you’re looking to do some shopping, visit Merry Hill – this huge shopping centre boasts a great selection of highstreet and designer brands.

The market town of Dudley is located within reach of major cities Birmingham and Wolverhampton and you can get to both easily from the town.