National Motor Museum

Part of the wider Beaulieu visitor attraction, the National Motor Museum houses a historic motoring collection spanning veteran, vintage and modern vehicles across multiple galleries. The museum sits beside Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and family attractions including a monorail and veteran bus rides.

Exhibits range from single-vehicle displays to themed galleries that trace motoring history and design. Visitor facilities and ticketing are managed through the Beaulieu attraction—check official pages for the latest opening, accessibility and admission details.

The museum presents several hundred vehicles and themed displays that cover motoring from early veteran cars to 20th‑century classics.

Look out for:

• Iconic veteran and vintage cars displayed chronologically.

• The National Motor Museum Monorail route and views across the site.

• Short film and interpretive panels that explain vehicle history and technology.

• On-site attractions: Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, playground and veteran bus rides.

Best way to experience it: arrive via the main Beaulieu visitor entrance and allow time to combine the museum galleries with a monorail or bus ride; consult the Beaulieu Help Centre for current ticketing, access and joining details.

• Museum access, opening times and tickets are managed by the wider Beaulieu attraction.

• On-site facilities include a restaurant, shop, monorail and playground.

• Some displays and rides may have separate availability or seasonal hours—check ahead.

• The estate is in the New Forest; allow time for parking and grounds navigation.