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The British Motor Museum has opened its doors once again following a £5m revamp funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Formerly called the Heritage Motor Centre, the new-look car museum boasts a new car centre and Matchbox cars that are large enough to get inside.

Based in Gaydon, Warwickshire – just up the road from the Aston Martin plant – the museum now features more than 250 cars.

The museum will host Build a British Car Week during this week's half term, where children will be able to attend hands-on automotive workshops.

A range of new themed exhibits can be enjoyed by visitors to the museum, including a royal car section and famous vehicles from film and television.

The museum's car collection is comprised of vehicles from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust and the Jaguar Heritage Trust.

A museum spokeswoman said visitors could expect a “more interactive" experience, being able to get closer to the cars on display than before.

Best in the world

Gavin Williamson, Conservative MP for south Staffordshire, commented, "The British Motor Museum is instrumental in enabling visitors to learn more about the past, present and future of the British motor industry, its technology and its people.

"With the exciting improvements and enhancements now made, the museum can now be counted as being amongst the best motor museums in the world."

Entry is £14 for an adult and £9 for 5-16 year olds. Under 5s get in for free.

Visitors who Gift Aid their ticket will be able to visit the museum as many times as they wish for 12 months – excluding five show days.

Visit the British Motor Museum website: https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/