Opening Times
| Dates | Opening Times | Filling Station Cafe |
|---|---|---|
|
1 January – 29th March 2026 |
10am – 4pm (Last Entry 2pm) |
9:30am – 4pm (hot food stops at 2pm) |
|
30th March – 25th October 2026 |
9:30am – 6pm (Last Entry 4pm) |
9:30am – 4pm (hot food stops at 2pm) |
|
26th October – 30th December 2026
(Excluding days below) |
10am – 4pm (Last Entry 2pm) |
9:30am – 4pm (hot food stops at 2pm) |
WINTER HOURS 2026-2027:
Please note that we will be CLOSED on:
Monday 30th November
Monday 7th December
Monday 14th December
Friday 25th December
Saturday 26th December
Thursday 31st December
Friday 1st January 2027
Monday 4th January to Friday 8th January 2027 (We’ll reopen for the weekend – Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th)
Monday 11th January to Friday 15th January 2027
We’ll then reopen 7 days per week from Saturday 16th January 2027
Please note that Drive Dad’s Car operates on a separate schedule to the museum, so be sure to check the Operating Days if you’re planning a classic car drive too.
Our Filling Station Café welcomes everyone, no museum entry ticket required, and makes a great pitstop for a visit to the Peak District! Please note that our kitchen stops serving hot meals after 2:00 pm, but a variety of sandwiches, cakes, and drinks are available until 4:00 pm.
Car clubs, organisations, groups, and coaches are warmly welcome throughout the year. We can also arrange extended opening hours to accommodate your event or visit if needed. For more information, please see our Groups & Corporate Events page.
Please remember our online merchandise shop is open 24/7 throughout the year: www.greatbritishcarjourney.com/buy-merchandise
Choosing the best day for your visit
There’s always plenty happening at the Great British Car Journey every day of the week, but if you’re wondering which day is best for your visit, the information below may help you decide.
If you’d like to get behind the wheel during your visit, it’s best to avoid Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, and make sure you come on a day when Drive Dads Car is running.
If you’re hoping to see extra cars in the car park, plan your visit for one of our event days.
