The MAD Museum, Stratford-upon-Avon (must see)

"Hail, Science and science-type stuff!" That would make a fair motto for this place. The MAD Museum, aka The Mechanical Art& Design Museum, is located on Henley Street in Stratford-upon-Avon. Yes, it is quite mad, in a Rube Goldberg sort of way. It is interactive, especially for kids who love to put their hands on things anyway.

This is the home of Mechanical Art. What is that? Think of Wallis & Gromit, interactive kinetic art, Pinball Wizard, like that. All the parts move, for the fun of it, or with some mad purpose in mind. Artists and inventors throughout the world have contributed to the exhibitions. Kids of all ages are encouraged to experiment and "push buttons."

The MAD Museum is operated by a local family from Kenilworth in Warwickshire. There are ten dedicated members on staff who have been with the Museum since its inception in March, 2012. It offers kids the opportunity to "put down their mobiles" and acquaint themselves with engineering, art and design.