Is this activity suitable for children?

Yes, it’s suitable for ages 8 and up, making it a great family-friendly experience.

Can I take the butter I make home?

Absolutely—your butter will be wrapped in eco-friendly packaging for you to enjoy later.

What type of meal is included?

Seasonally dependent, you’ll enjoy either a hearty stew or a traditional ploughman’s served with freshly baked bread.

Are non-alcoholic drinks available?

Yes, non-alcoholic options are offered alongside traditional ale and cider.

Is there parking available near the museum?

Yes, there are public parking options in Broadway village within walking distance of the museum.

Can people with mobility issues participate?

The experience covers two floors accessed by stairs and has no lift; please contact the museum for assistance or accommodations before booking.

Butter Churning Experience at Broadway Museum & Art Gallery

Broadway, located in the heart of England’s picturesque Cotswolds, is a destination that marries rich history and countryside charm. The Broadway Museum & Art Gallery offers a unique hands-on activity that transports visitors back to 17th-century England: butter churning combined with a hearty, traditional meal. This experience isn’t just a taste of the past—it is an immersive dive into the coaching era that once defined life along this historic High Street.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a glass of traditional ale or local cider, setting the stage for a memorable culinary journey. The museum’s knowledgeable guides weave tales of the coaching inns, travelers, and daily life in 1660 Broadway, grounding the experience in authentic local history. The highlight comes as visitors roll up their sleeves to churn their own butter by hand, an experience that combines tactile engagement with old-world charm. Infused with Droitwich salt, participants learn to pat, shape, and wrap their homemade butter using eco-friendly wraps to take home.

Following the hands-on lesson, guests settle at a 17th-century style table to savor a seasonal meal—either a hearty stew or a ploughman’s platter served with warmly baked bread, fresh from the oven and perfectly paired with their own butter. This hearty fare reflects the simplicity and robust flavors favored by the coaching era locals.

What sets this experience apart is its blend of history, craftsmanship, and flavor in a beautifully preserved village setting. Broadway Museum & Art Gallery offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with local heritage in a way that’s both educational and delicious. For travelers seeking a low-key, culturally rich adventure that ties culinary tradition to historical storytelling, this butter churning experience is an unexpected gem in England’s outdoor and cultural adventure landscape.