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History

In 1982 the museum founder, Peter Nelson, was approached for use of his MG TC in "The Spoils of War" television production. As a result, Peter Nelson formulated the idea of starting a motor museum with a focus on television and film based vehicles. The Royal Oak Garage in central Keswick was purchased and refurbished to house the collection.

The museum opened to the public on 1st May 1989.

The Collection

The collection features a large range of famous vehicles including:

• Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from the film of the same name
• Laurel and Hardy's Model 'T' Ford
• The Mad Max film Pursuit Special XB GT Ford Falcon Coupe
• "The Munster Koach", a hot rod based on a lengthened 1923 Ford Model T chassis with a custom hearse body built by famed customizer George Barris
• One of the two remaining A-Team GMC Vans
• One of the original two Mr. Bean MkIII Austin Minis
• A comprehensive collection of vehicles from James Bond films
• Batmobiles from the various Batman related films and television series

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Information

Location: Standish St, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5LS, England, United Kingdom

External links

• Official website for the museum