What a unique museum, not for the queezy!! That said, plenty of informative history of medicine, and a touch of humour and gore in equal measure. A must visit.!!
Sick to Death is a MUST visit whilst you're in Chester! I was so good we went twice. For all those enthralled by the history of medicine, step inside... it gets better with every step. Sick to Death is a concise, yet incredibly detailed, story of the history of medicine and how the human race used to think sickness came about. The staff are friendly and set the mood of mystery and curiosity from the outset, whilst making sure you're aware that there are some things not suitable for all ages/dispositions ahead. Once you've paid admission and stepped through those first doors, your adventure into the ailments of the past begins, and my goodness do they know how to set the atmosphere with Brother Mortem! I won't go into too much detail so as not to spoil anything for prospective visitors, but I absolutely LOVED this museum. Every detail is wonderfully put and illustrated, and there are some amazing videos to watch that feel like they put you back into the period they're meant to represent. Call it grim, but I loved the autopsy room and would encourage everyone to at least take a look. The couple of activities in that room are a must do if you like to put your understanding of the human body to the test. They have used the space inside this old church so creatively. From the theory of how we used to think bad smells caused disease, to how people used to think we were made up of four humours, to the pioneering story of the first female surgeon, I think the £8 admission price is more than fair for this amazing collection of medical knowledge. It has been beautifully presented, and you can tell that those who did so really cared about the importance of what has been presented. Bravo, Sick to Death. I am so enthralled by this place! If I'm in the area again, I will be back! What you have here is so special.
£8 for an adult, can go through the place within 15 to 20 minutes, discount for students with student card. Place is small and very quickly gets boring. Perhaps young kids might enjoy this I certainly didn't. No easy parking nearby. A few pubs nearby to drown your sorrows. Can't recommend.
Fantastic! We absolutely loved it! From the quirky little shop in the entrance & exit to mounds of facts & interactive pieces. It’s not very big but it’s packed with interesting information. Watch out for the plague doctor wandering around! Fantastic photo opportunities! The staff & quirky and friendly. With my 10 year old, we took around 1hour & 45minutes. Avoiding the sexual content. The only negative I have is that, you don’t have a booking slot so you only get a brief time to read & explore before the next people come in behind you which can make you feel rushed. It’s cost £8 per adult & £4.50 for a child with student rates too. I’m not sure it would be wheelchair friendly, there are a few steps at the front. I would check before hand. It’s in the city centre so lots of parking but are some quite expensive. Absolutely worth a visit ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I visited Sick to Death in Chester with my 8-year-old daughter. Although she was a bit scared at first, the exhibition turned out to be very educational and engaging. It’s a unique way to learn about the history of medicine, diseases, and how people used to live and treat illness in the past. The experience is well designed for both kids and adults. The displays are interactive and informative. The entry price is very reasonable – £8 for adults and £4.50 for children. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Chester!
It’s a great idea full of gory information. It’s worth a visit. Might be too gory for young children though so be mindful of this. The guy at the front desk gives you a talk and assumes a persona in keeping with the experience which is a nice touch.
Great experience, love the fact there is a quiz and anatomy you have to solve. Again plenty of hands on activities and learning all the smells and diseases. Also in an old listed church which makes it even more better.
I loved this place. It was fun. All the horrors of the middle ages medicine is here to see and even to smell. Fantastic price for £6 per person.
A great find in Chester. Their efforts during Halloween must be commended. Although it’s a bit small, but defo a great way to spend time couple of hours with the kids going around, reading interesting educational stuff as well as lots of opportunities for the kids to play and explore. Hand sanitisers are readily available everywhere and social distance can easily be maintained. As soon as you buy the tickets, someone (in costume) will come out to give you a torch ( you’ll find out why ;) )and explain what this whole experience is about. You’ll then be escorted into an antechamber to see a short video (-and take some cool pics). Then you’ll enter the main display area where you get to roam around and chance to discover …. Stuff! Quite a fun pass time for adults as well, specially when they throw evening theme parties. P.S. gift shop is at the tickets
Sick To Death is located at Bridge Street Bridge Saint Row, East, 59 Bridge St, Chester CH1 1NW, UK
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