Sitting on Iron Gate in central Derby, the Derby Computer Museum occupies premises at numbers 3-4 on one of the city’s older streets, close to the cathedral quarter. The postcode is DE1 3FJ, placing it within easy walking distance of Derby’s main shopping and heritage areas. The museum can be reached by phone on +44 1332 899505 or by email at dcm@derbycomputermuseum.co.uk, and further information is available at its website and social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
What the Museum Contains
The Derby Computer Museum is a technology museum dedicated to the history of computing. Its collection spans the development of computers from early machines through to more recent hardware, giving visitors a chance to see equipment that shaped modern digital life. Admission is charged, and the museum operates on the second floor of its Iron Gate building.
Visiting and Opening Hours
The museum is open on Saturdays from 10:00 to 16:00. It is a registered charity, number 1199054, run by volunteers committed to preserving computing history in Derby. Anyone planning a visit should note the Saturday-only opening and allow time to explore the collection properly within those hours.