2026 Opening dates and times:

Summer Season

Friday 24th July – Monday 31st August (Open daily)

10am -5.30pm (last admissions 4pm)

10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm)

Tuesday 1st September – Sunday 1st November (Closed Fridays except for 30th October)

10am -5.30pm (last admissions 4pm)

10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm)

Saturday 14th March – Thursday 23rd July (Closed Fridays except for Derbyshire school holidays).

10am -5.30pm (last admissions 4pm)

10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm)

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Poulson Room

The Poulson Room at the National Tramway Museum offers a bright, characterful space ideal for meetings, training sessions, and private events. Seating up to 60 people, the room combines classic charm with modern facilities, including a large screen for presentations and video conferencing.

Set within our unique heritage site, your guests can enjoy more than just the meeting itself. Delegates have the opportunity to explore the museum, visit our workshop, take the Woodland Walk through the peaceful Derwent Valley and even take a ride on our beautifully restored vintage trams—creating a memorable and engaging experience for all.

Facilities

  • Variety of room layouts from Boardroom Style, Theatre Style, or Cabaret Style.
  • 85″ TV for video conferencing and presentation
  • Meetings for up to 60 people
  • Catering Available
  • Full day / Half day hire
  • Licensed pub on site for post meeting social!

Costs

Flexible hire options are available, with full-day and half-day rates to suit your needs.

Catering can also be arranged from unlimited hot drinks and biscuits, Breakfast Pastries to Buffet lunches. Pricing is tailored depending on group size, requirements, and duration of hire.

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