West Midlands Police Museum

25/05/2026

20 years ago today PC Ryan Michael Hunt sadly lost his life in a road traffic collision.

He had been working undercover in South Yorkshire as part of Operation Accordance, tackling drug related offenses. Colleagues described Ryan as a 'popular and respected officer'.

22/05/2026

Join us this as we celebrate !

We've got lots of lovely that need a spot of colour, so come on in and get crafty!

What's more, save on entry with our family tickets and explore over 200 years of history together for less!

🎟 https://museum.west-midlands.police.uk/product/museum-ticket/

21/05/2026

Congratulations to !

before season tickets were common 'Villa vouchers' could be collected from match programmes throughout the season and used by fans to gain entry to League Cup Final.

A few enterprising criminals decided to make their fortune by creating counterfeits of the vouchers to sell to fans - however, they only printed on one side making the fake's useless!

A cartoon from the 1977 League Cup edition of the Sports Argus summarises the failed escapade!

21/05/2026

Looking for something special for your troop this summer?

Lock them up for the night in our historic cells and enjoy exclusive access to the museum!

👮🏼 200 years of police history
🐭 Trails and challenges
🌙 An overnight stay like none other!

Book your sleepover here:
https://orlo.uk/A0nvN

18/05/2026

We were recently visited by descendants of a Lock-up officer - Roger and John kindly shared the history of their grandfather's time in the force and even took the chance to recreate this iconic photo with his great-great-grandchildren!

Read the full story here:

With over 200 years of history across the West Midlands it’s not surprising, but always delightful, when visitors add to our story with their own family tales. Recently we were visited by Roger, Katie, and Emily – relatives of Sergeant Percy Hartley whose career took him across the country to Li...

15/05/2026

We've really enjoyed welcoming young person's groups from across the West Midlands to experience our Fashion Police exhibition!

More than 200 children and group leaders have visited the exhibition so far thanks to the support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the creative minds of Birmingham City University fashion school!

Discover the history woven into police uniforms on your next visit!

13/05/2026

Please note we are closed tomorrow whilst the team head to London for the Museums and Heritage show!

Join us the rest of the week by pre-booking your tickets online here:
https://orlo.uk/rqQE4

12/05/2026

11/05/2026

Last week our collection at Coventry Police Museum grew thanks to George Harris who donated items and shared stories of his fathers time in the force.

Raymond Harris joined the force in 1941, promoted to Inspector in 1957, and retired after a 30 year career.

George spent time talking to our volunteers, retired officers Ben and Howard, and discovered that Ben's parents were close friends to his own!

Both of their fathers joining the force at the same time - they can even be seen together in the group photos - Coventry may be a big city, but it's a small world!

Coventry Police

10/05/2026

We are so excited to be hosting this fabulous event!

Don't miss out - grab the password to our speakeasy and join us for a night of revelry!

Step behind closed doors and into the 1920s… 🍸

Our Speakeasy Soirée is nearly sold out, with just six tickets remaining for this exclusive Colmore Food Festival fringe event.

Join us for a 'one‑night‑only' after‑hours experience inside the amazing West Midlands Police Museum , featuring live music, light nibbles and signature cocktails from The Alchemist Birmingham .

📅 Thursday 21 May
⏰ 6pm – 9pm
📍 West Midlands Police Museum, Steelhouse Lane
🎟️ £5 + booking fee

Spaces are limited, once they’re gone, they’re gone!

👉 Book now: https://colmorelife.co.uk/colmore-event/a-speakeasy-soiree-colmore-food-festival-fringe-event/