National Film and Sci-Fi Museum

About the museum

The National Film and Sci-Fi Museum is a registered charity based in Lloyds Court, close to the shopping centre in the middle of Milton Keynes. It opened to the public in 2021. Its stated aim is to preserve, restore and exhibit the art and craft behind film and television productions.

The displays are on the first floor and bring together props, costumes, concept art, photographs and footage from more than 100 productions. Well-known pieces include a screen-used Darth Vader mask, a Walther PPK pistol from the James Bond films, the grail cup from Indiana Jones and a Cyberman helmet from Doctor Who.

Beside the permanent displays, the museum organises talks by creators, guest appearances, signings and anniversary screenings, and it hosts a weekly role-playing club in the evenings. It runs educational activities for school groups and offers a hire service for private and networking events. It works with two neighbouring attractions, Brickz Museum and The Pixel Bunker.

Highlights

• Screen-used props and costumes from more than 100 films and TV series
• Darth Vader mask, James Bond pistol and Indiana Jones grail cup
• Cyberman helmet from Doctor Who
• Talks, guest appearances and signings
• Level floors, lift and a free carer ticket

Permanent exhibition

• Props, costumes and art from film and television – Screen-used props, costumes, artwork, photographs and footage from more than 100 films and TV series.

Founded

2021

Operated by

National Film and Sci-Fi Museum (registered charity no. 1192444)

Admission & discounts

Prices shown are without the online booking fee. Tickets are sold online and can also be bought at the door if there is capacity. Each e-ticket can be scanned only once.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The museum is on the first floor, reached by stairs or a lift, and the floors are level. There is one accessible toilet on the ground floor. Two Blue Badge bays are outside the entrance, with more around Lloyds Court. Registered assistance animals are welcome. The museum does not hire out mobility aids and has no in-house interpreter, but staff have basic deaf awareness training and one staff member uses British Sign Language.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Stroller-friendly

Children under 5 are free and can join activities with their parents. Floors are level, so strollers can be used.

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Café: not available
• Restaurant: not available
• Museum shop
• Wi-Fi: not available

No café; the gift shop sells collectables, signed goods, toys and a small range of drinks and snacks. There is no public Wi-Fi, but mobile signal is good, so tickets should be downloaded in advance. There are two toilets, one of them accessible.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties

Networking events and private functions or parties can be arranged through the enquiry form.

Plan your visit