National Media Museum

The newly named National Media Museum, formerly the National Museum of Photography, Film & Television, was founded in 1983 and quickly became the most visited national museum outside London, attracting an average of 700,000 visitors each year.

It is home to several galleries, film festivals and the original IMAX. When opened, also in 1983, the IMAX cinema was the first ever IMAX cinema in Europe. The screen is 48' (14.6m) high x 65' (19.81m) wide and had to be lowered into the auditorium through the roof as there was no other way to install it.

Filled with the past, present and future of television, highlights include TV Heaven, where you can choose to watch your favourite TV moments from the hundreds of classic TV programmes.  Hands-on exhibitions also feature throughout, including the opportunity to read the news and present the weather. 

Entrance is free.

Website  -  http://www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk/