Melton Carnegie Museum has earned its highest-ever rating following an inspection by the national tourism organization, Visit England.
The museum, managed by Leicestershire County Council, received an overall quality score of 94% in Visit England’s annual assessment, surpassing last year’s score of 93%.
Picture credit: Leicestershire County Council
Attracting over 15,000 visitors annually from across the county, the museum continues to uphold high standards, with every area of the inspection report marked as either ‘very good’ or ‘excellent’.
Inspectors commended the museum, stating, “Melton Carnegie Museum is a prime example of what can be achieved when a museum service is rightly seen as a vital public service, and is supported, valued, and invested in by its local authority.”
They also highlighted the “fascinating exhibitions, diverse range of events, excellent online presence, and effective use of social media,” concluding that the museum is a “charming civic institution” that reflects the dedication of its staff and volunteers. It is truly an asset to the local community.
Councillor Christine Radford, cabinet member for adults and communities, remarked: “This is an incredible achievement for Melton Carnegie Museum. To be recognised by Visit England as an exemplary museum is a fantastic honor and a testament to the hard work of our staff and volunteers.
“The dedication behind the museum’s offerings often goes unnoticed, and this accolade is a well-deserved recognition of the collective efforts involved.
“With an exciting program of events and engaging exhibitions, the museum has so much to offer. If you haven’t visited yet, be sure to check out what’s coming up and plan your next visit!”
Melton Carnegie Museum is free to visit and open Tuesday to Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
For more details, including upcoming exhibitions and events, visit the Melton Carnegie Museum website.
