HISTORY fans can enjoy a night at the museum when the Black Country Living Museum throws open its doors after hours as part of a national scheme.

Visitors will be able to explore the museum by candle light this Saturday as the popular attraction is opening its doors from 6.30pm until 10pm as part of the national Museums at Night campaign.

The Tipton Road tourist haunt is one of over 1,000 museums and galleries in over 30 countries opening after hours as part of the initiative.

Costumed guides will be on hand in the shops, houses and work places. There will be plenty of old-fashioned street entertainment and magic and the Phoenix Brass band will be providing the music.

The Bottle and Glass Inn will also be serving real ale and 1930s style fish and chips cooked in beef dripping to ensure visitors enjoy a real taste of the past.

Andrew Lovett, director and chief executive of Black Country Living Museum, said: "Events such as 'Museums at Night' are of vital importance to the museums and galleries community - encouraging new audiences and tempting first time visitors through the doors.

“Last year Black Country Living Museum was one of the most visited museums in Europe for this event and we hope this year will be just as memorable."

Tickets are pre-purchase only and cost half the normal admission price.

Entry is £6.80 for adults, £3.55 for young people aged five to 16 and £5.50 for seniors.

To book, or for further details, call 0121 520 8054 or visit website bclm.com