National Football Museum
Explore the history, culture, and global impact of football in Manchester..
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The National Football Museum is England’s national museum dedicated to football. It is located in the Urbis building, in the heart of Manchester.
The museum was established in 2001 and originally based at Deepdale in Preston before moving to Manchester in 2012.
It preserves and displays one of the most important collections of football memorabilia in the world, covering the history, culture, and global influence of the game.
Visitors can explore exhibitions across multiple floors, featuring iconic trophies, historic objects, and interactive experiences that bring football history to life.
Things to Do at National Football Museum
Explore football history from its origins to the modern game See iconic trophies and historic football artefacts View the original Laws of the Game from 1863 Learn about England’s football heritage and global impact Experience interactive football games and challenges Watch football films and multimedia presentations Explore exhibitions on players, fans, and competitions Attend temporary exhibitions, events, and workshops
Exhibitions and Galleries
The museum is spread across four main floors, each focusing on different aspects of football.
Pitch Gallery
Displays major trophies including replicas of the FA Cup and Premier League trophies Features the Hall of Fame and rotating exhibitions
Match Gallery
Explores the history of football, including: Original rule book from 1863 Historic match items and memorabilia England’s international football history Famous moments including World Cup artefacts
Collections and Highlights
The museum holds over 140,000 items, with around 2,500 on display at any time.
Key highlights include:
Match balls from early World Cup tournaments The ball from the 1966 World Cup Final Historic England kits and memorabilia Football artefacts from international competitions Items linked to iconic players and moments in football history
The museum also preserves collections from FIFA, The Football Association, and The Football League.
Location & Connectivity
- Located in Manchester city centre
- Close to Manchester Victoria station
- Near Exchange Square
- Accessible via tram, bus, and Metroshuttle
- Well connected to major Manchester attractions
- Approximately 20 minutes from Manchester Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is located in the Urbis building in Manchester city centre, near Manchester Victoria and Exchange Square.
It is known for preserving football history, displaying iconic memorabilia, and offering interactive exhibitions.
It operates a ticket system, with free entry for Manchester residents and paid entry for other visitors.
You can reach it easily by tram, bus, or train via Manchester city centre.
Nearby areas like Sale offer quiet, affordable accommodation with easy access to the museum and city centre.
