National Football Museum

Six whole weeks without playground football and jumpers for goalposts? ūüß•
Don't worry, we've got you covered (and we have actual goalposts). Drills, skills and penalty shootouts at our free Football Skills sessions, weekdays at 11am and 2pm.
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /free-football-skil…/

So this is happening. Our fifth year of fascinating football chat with Waterstones Deansgate and Hotel Football Old Trafford, led by some of the finest names in the field.
Get your FWF 2018 tickets now: bit.ly/fwf2018

The Euros are only two years away; best start practicing those pens now... ‚öĹ
Our free thirty-minute Football Skills sessions, ideal for 5 - 11-year-olds. Now running twice daily from Monday to Friday.
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /free-football-skil…/

Not finished your FIFA World Cup Panini UK album yet? Don't worry, neither have we. ūüė≥
Complete your collection at our sticker swap sessions, today and tomorrow between 12 and 2pm. #GotGotNeed
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /panini-2018-fifa-w…/

Still missing crucial players from your album? ūüßź
Find all the World Cup stars (and Nikola Kalinic) at our Panini UK sticker swaps, running Saturday and Sunday between 12 and 2pm. #GotGotNeed
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /panini-2018-fifa-w…/

Already raring to go for the next campaign? ūüĎä
So are we. That's why we're hosting our latest autism early open on the first weekend of the new season. Join us on Sunday 12 August to explore our galleries and interactives in a calm, relaxed environment.
https://www.facebook.com/events/196560689 7083117/

A World Cup-related exhibition about another country? We don't see any reason why it wouldn't be Russia.
The (football) history of the host nation, from the Soviet era to the present day, now on display on Level 1. #RedStars
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /red-stars-history-r…

Just another 24 days until it all kicks off again... ūüė§
In the meantime, we've got you covered. Over 150 years of football history under one roof, as well as exhibitions on Russia, football comics and Stuart Roy Clarke.
Enough to scratch that itch (for a bit).

Love talking sport?
Come along to one of our friendly Sporting Memories groups. Chat, share memories and meet other older football fans.
Take inspiration from our exhibitions and our extensive museum collection, and share your personal stories of players, games and grounds with like-minded visitors.
... The Sporting Memories Network have regular get-togethers around the country, using sport as a way to help people meet others, talk about their experiences and make new friends.
Due to popular demand, we have recently added a second afternoon group session to the Sporting Memories fixture list.
The morning group meets fortnightly at the museum from 10.30am ‚Äď 12pm, while the afternoon group session kicks off at 1pm, lasting until 2:30pm. Free to join, refreshments provided!
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From calzone to calcio... ūüćē‚öĹ
Grab a slice at Festa Italiana Manchester 2018, then head to the museum for our free talk on AC Milan founder Herbert Kilpin, tomorrow from 1pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/219974318 644120/

AC Milan are one of the world's most respected clubs. With eighteen Serie A titles and fourteen European trophies to their name, the Rossoneri have carved out a reputation as one of Italy's elite sides - but did you know that they were founded by a humble textile worker from Nottingham?
Learn the fascinating story of Herbert Kilpin, the English immigrant who helped to build the city's first major football club. Herbert was responsible for the iconic red and black kit, the clu...b crest and so much more, laying the foundations for a century of success.
Join book author Robert Nieri for an insightful free talk about the man behind Milan, exploring the life and work of Herbert Kilpin and the lasting legacy he left behind.
You can see The Lord of Milan film, featuring contributions from Mark Hateley, Luther Blissett and Milan duo Giovanni Lodetti and Daniele Massaro, at HOME on Saturday 21 July at 6:30pm. See our events page for more information.
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We're delighted to be hosting our first dementia-friendly Football Memories meet-up right here at the National Football Museum.
Join us tomorrow afternoon from 1:30pm to share memories and explore our galleries with like-minded older people.
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /football-memories-d…

This doesn't need to come home: it's already here. ūüŹÜ
The The FA's Jules Rimet Trophy replica, paraded triumphantly by England in 1966. Half a century later, is more glory on the horizon?
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/… /jules-rimet-world-c…

England won't be playing for a draw, but we're happy to do so...
Join Steve McGarry, Luke McGarry and the guys from Viz for two free comic drawing workshops, tomorrow at 11am and 1pm.
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/w‚Ä ¶/playing-draw-family

6ÔłŹ‚É£ The FIFA World Cup is back and it's our sixth birthday in Manchester. All the more reason to celebrate with us this weekend! ūüéČ

How do you draw your GOATs? ūüźź
Learn from some of the very best in the business. Free drawing workshops with Steve McGarry Cartoons and Viz Comic, this Saturday at 11am and 1pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/616197002 081694/

Our latest display charts the history and diversity of football comics through the generations, from Roy of the Rovers to David Squires (we love them both in equal measure).
Playing for a Draw, in association with The Lakes International Comic Art Festival, opening tomorrow at the National Football Museum.
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/wh‚ Ķ/playing-for-a-draw

We know that was then, but it could be again...
The ball from that 1966 final, gleefully tonked home three times by Geoff Hurst (and once by Martin Peters). It takes pride of place in our England football team display, right here in the heart of Manchester. ‚öĹÔłŹ

NEW FIXTURES ADDED ūüďĚ
We'll be opening our doors early for those with autism and other needs on a monthly basis. FIFA World Cup exhibitions and displays in a relaxed, quiet environment, starting this Sunday at 9am.

Fancy getting closer to the FIFA World Cup's greatest moments?
Join us on a guided tour of the tournament's history, from the very first final up to the 21st century - with plenty of time to see the Jules Rimet on the way.
Every day throughout the tournament, 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm. ūüŹÜ

Well worth a visit , something to do for all ages . It s free entrance in to the museum but you can make a donation if you want too . Both myself and my partner really enjoyed our day . The staff were very friendly and helpful .

We visited yesterday with my son and nephew , who both love football , it is very interesting and there’s plenty to do , we didn’t get to see it all , so will be making another visit . It’s nice to have somewhere to go where they have thought about disabled visitors to . I would highly recommend a visit here .

We came today for the early opening for children with autism and their families. Our 6 year old, who has ASD, loved every minute of it as did his 10 year old brother! The staff were amazing - so friendly & couldn't do enough for us. Our 6 year old hurt his foot while doing the penalty shootout - nothing bad at all but pain is one of his triggers - & everyone was so supportive: the manager even came over to see if there was anything else we needed! A fabulous morning had by the whole family & we will definitely be going back!

We attended the autism early opening session today and I would like to thank all the staff for such a great session. Everyone was really friendly and helpful. My boys thoroughly enjoyed their visit. Being able to access all the football plus activities without queues of people and being able to run in and out was brilliant. We loved the fish tank football match and the special lift too!

I shall be recommending to all of my friends that have children with special needs. We hope to come again to future quiet sessions.

The Fabric of Football event was amazing. Great to see such a huge selection of historical footie shirts and the talk through by Ruud Gullit of shirts from his career was a delight to listen to. Would love the museum to put on more events like this.

My second visit here,had to come again with all the classic shirts on display! Yesterday,500 plus,really enjoyed seeing all the stuff from the 80s,90s rekindle my youth! Also my son who is 9 loved it too,rest of the museum is top with great displays, really interesting and well worth a visit if you're in Manchester!

Museum is really interesting and lots of footy related activities, our third visit and enjoyed it each time, invested in a season ticket as I know the boys will be excited to go back, especially as the exhibitions changes., also its very cheap as I now know we have something to look forward to in the summer hols and it won't cost a penny as iv invested in the season ticket.. Lots of freebies included in this, like having a photo with trophies and as many penalty shoot outs you can fit in, and to use all the interactive sections again.

Only down side was one staff member in the cafe. first couple of minutes was serving someone else, on finishing said I won't be a minute (fair enough) then told sorry drink out of stock (again OK, ) we picked something else, and let the next person be served ( so now no one in the queue) then was told he'd be a few minutes, he was making 'a labour of love' ÔŅĹthen he said I hope its nothing to complicated, I said I wanted two of the mock tails, he pulled his face like this ÔŅĹ n said argh, oh ill just be a few minutes... again!! (third time I'd heard this) I actually waited a while, he never came back to me! all in all was in the cafe 20 minutes and left without getting a drink, and not due to it being busy as I was the only person at the bar his attitude was very.. - only way to say this - up his own, you know what..



I would have rated it lower but the other staff at the museum were brilliant, all of them, interesting and helpful. there was a young lad showing us things we could touch like old shin pads and different things and he was so smiley and welcoming (Andrew? I'm not sure if that's his name) so my boys weren't shy to have a good look and get involved, that's why iv rated five stars.I

Loads to see and do for multiple visits. Love the interactive screens where you can research your club and different tournaments. Some impressive exhibits too such as Pele and Maradona shirts and all well worth a £4 donation. Great building too.

I came for the afternoon with my son, who loves football. What a brilliant museum, just the right amount of interactivity and things to do coupled with helpful and friendly staff.

Had a really good couple of hours here, plenty of exhibits to see as well as interactive exhibits. Loved the photos on display too. Would definitely recommend it.

For something that is free entry it's really well set out. We took our 7 and 5 year old boys. Our 7 year old got into all of the activities and loved it. We bought the Groupon season ticket so they can do all activities and go whenever. Really great place.

First visit, look forward to many more visits. Excited to have photos with FA & premiership trophies & loved looking around. Very interesting & brought back lots of memories. Helpful friendly staff. Would recommend to all football fans.

Fantastic day out for my children. Very informative and loads of information to learn for one of my daughters who loves football. Loads of fun activities as well. Definently be returning

Came to the National Football Museum for the first time. Fantastic museum with some fantastic displays. Got a guided tour very much worth it. Will hopefully be back. So much to see and do at the museum. It is good that the museum is interactive with football credits which allows you to try football skills or get your picture taking with one of the trophies.

Absolutely loved it! Was a completely random visit but so glad I went because it was fantastic. A lot to see & do, ended up meeting a childhood hero of mine - Andy Cole & Ian Taylor which was great. All the staff I spoke to were super friendly & helpful, highly recommend it to adults as well as kids. Really good experience ūüíĮ

A fabulous homage to all things football including early football, overseas football, women’s football, disabled football, the strange, the quirky and West Brom. Only one criticism: should have had more about non league clubs. My eight year old son enjoyed a fabulous football skills session with Leonardo too.

A awesome venue had my photo done with the Premier league and FA Cup. A fabulous museum which is a wonderful trip down memory lane in the football world. Had a motd experiance too. Staff were magnificent very helpful and I couldn't of asked for more during my visit. A must for any football fan

Spent a good three hours in here with our boys (10 & 7). The eldest isn’t interested in football (I know) but there was lots in there to keep him happy. Was worth the £6 for the guide and vouchers (otherwise it’s free) for a few extras and 20% off food in the cafe. One star lost because quite a few interactive things were broken, but otherwise a great experience,

On the whole we had a good experience here. There‚Äôs lots to see and some good interactive exhibits for kids. Some of these look a bit shabby but if that‚Äôs because a lot of people have been, it can‚Äôt be a bad thing! Great that it‚Äôs free but they do suggest a donation which I readily agreed to. Last time I came here it was the Urbis museum and this is a massive improvement! One negative was the toilets - not a pleasant experience when there‚Äôs no loo roll and no flush ūüė©