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Roald Dahl Children's Gallery - Aylesbury
In the Roald Dahl children's gallery you can boggle your eyes and baffle your brain and let your imagination run wild! Discover inventions with Willy Wonka Investigate minibeasts inside the giant peach Crawl along Fantastic Mr Fox's tunnel See the Twits' upside down room Explore sounds with the BFG and lots lots more ...
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Buckinghamshire County Museum - Aylesbury
The County Museum was founded by the Bucks Archaeological Society in the mid 19thc and was operated by the County Council from 1957. In 2014 we started a new existence as the Bucks County Museum Trust which receives regular revenue support from the County Council and Milton Keynes City Council and is governed by an independent Board of...
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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
In 1968 the London Railway Preservation Society chose Quainton Road to establish its Centre. From modest early beginnings on a few metres of weed grown track the volunteer members of the renamed Quainton Railway Society have established the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre as one of the leading steam museums in the country - covering nearly 30 acres...
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Natural History Museum at Tring
Discover the fascinating range of animals collected by Lionel Walter Rothschild in our beautiful Victorian Museum. It is home to the world-class research and collections of the Natural History Museum's Bird Group Entry to the Museum is free! (A small charge is made for some events) Opening times Monday to Saturday ...
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Boarstall Duck Decoy - Bicester
One of the few surviving 17th-century duck decoys in working order – on a picturesque lake with a nature reserve walk. Opening times Whole property 2 Apr - 28 Aug 11 10 - 4 Sa Su 6 Apr - 24 Aug 11 3:30 - 6 We KEY: Dark blue=open ...
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Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre - Great Missenden
This great little family-friendly Museum has two fun and fact-packed biographical galleries and a fantabulous Story Centre. In Boy and Solo galleries, visitors can delve into Dahl’s archive on touch-screen monitors and learn about the events and experiences that shaped him as a writer. Get creative with plot, character and words in the Story...
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Bletchley Park - Milton Keynes
Bletchley Park is an estate located in the town of Bletchley, in Buckinghamshire, England, which currently houses the National Museum of Computing. During World War II, Bletchley Park was the site of the United Kingdom's main decryption establishment, the Government Code and Cypher School (GC&CS), where ciphers and codes of several Axis...
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The National Museum of Computing
The National Museum of Computing is located on the secret wartime codebreaking campus of Bletchley Park. You can see: a rebuild of Colossus, the world's first modern computer in action (used during World War II to crack Nazi codes); the WITCH, the world's oldest working digital computer (it's the size of a wall and flashes and clatters as...
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Hellfire Caves
We invite you to venture 300 feet underground through a series of hand carved tunnels that tell a fascinating story. Steeped in history and the subject of much innuendo and folklore. Discover the secrets of the notorious “Hell-Fire Club” Learn about of the sad fate of Suki our resident ghost bride, and discover why the ghost of Paul...
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Buckingham Old Gaol Museum
Located in the heart of historic market town of Buckingham, the iconic Old Gaol was built in 1748 in the style of a castle as a purpose built prison, with later additions in 1839 by the famous local architect George Gilbert Scott. It is one of the key visitor attractions of Buckingham with a museum, a tourist information centre, a gift shop,...
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Amersham Museum - Old Amersham
Amersham Museum tells the story of local events, places and people. Do you know about? Amersham’s medieval martyrs Wall paintings Straw plait Lace making Sausage factory Perfume makers To find out more come and see for...
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Wycombe Museum - High Wycombe
Set in beautiful grounds, and with exciting hands-on activities, Wycombe Museum is a great place to discover the fascinating and varied history of the district and the famous collection of Windsor chairs. Opening times Monday to Saturday: 10am to 5pm Sunday: 2pm to 5pm Bank holidays: closed Admission to the Museum is free.
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Milton Keynes Museum
The Museum is located in the peaceful surroundings of Stacey Hill Farm. Stacey Hill Farm was built early in the Victorian era as a model farm. It was located on the the outskirts of Wolverton, one of the UK's original "railway towns". Today the buildings overlook the "new city" of Milton Keynes but when they were built...
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Stockwood Discovery Centre
The Centre is designed with environmentally green and sustainable principles in mind. It tells the stories of real people behind the collections, exploring the history of the region from prehistoric times to the evolution of Stockwood House and the Farley estate. The display collections include: ...
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De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton
Among the largest sepulchral chapels attached to any English church, this cruciform mausoleum houses a remarkable sequence of 17 sculpted and effigied monuments, spanning nearly two and a half centuries (1614-1859), to the De Grey family of Wrest Park. Read more about the history of the mausoleum. Before You Go Opening Times: The mausoleum is...
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Science Oxford Live
Science Oxford Live is open from 10am until 5pm on Saturdays, and on weekdays during Oxfordshire school holidays. Both our exhibition area for adults (and older children) and our refreshment area are free to access. The admission price for the discovery zone for children and their families is outlined below. Both exhibition and...
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Wardown Park Museum
Discover displays, objects and old photographs about the history of Luton and its people as well as activities, events and exhibitions for all ages and interest. Free entry* A good display of Luton history A history of the development of Luton industries Ever changing...
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The Pitt Rivers Museum - Oxford
The Pitt Rivers Museum cares for the University of Oxford's collection of anthropology and world archaeology. Discover more about visiting along with information on the famous collections and our contemporary research. Admission free Opening Hours 10.00 - 16.30 Tuesday to Sunday (and bank holiday Mondays) 12.00...
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Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The Oxford University Museum of Natural History houses the University's scientific collections of zoological, entomological and geological specimens. The Museum itself is a Grade 1 listed building, renowned for its spectacular neo-Gothic architecture. Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in...
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Museum of the History of Science - Oxford
MHS houses an unrivalled collection of early scientific instruments in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building, the Old Ashmolean on Broad Street, Oxford. We are both a department of the University of Oxford and an active public museum, offering a programme of family-friendly events, gallery tours, table talks and much...
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Modern Art Oxford
Welcome to Modern Art Oxford. Founded in 1965, we are the South East's leading Gallery for the presentation of modern and contemporary visual art. Our programme includes exhibitions by artists from all over the world, live events, educational and family activities. Opening hours Monday CLOSED Tuesday ...
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Oxford Castle Unlocked
Discover more as you embark on a journey spanning 10 centuries.... The site has been used as a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of HM Prison in 1996. The old buildings have been preserved and are now open to the public revealing a time capsule – allowing the buildings to tell their story. Visitors ...
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Museum of Oxford
Past: The Museum of Oxford opened in 1975 and immediately intrigued locals and visitors to the city with the story of Oxford and how it has developed. Bringing together a diverse collection, everything from Roman pottery to marmalade jars, the Museum of Oxford wove the story of the city from the prehistoric to the modern day. Present: Explore...
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The Story Museum - Oxford
People love stories and they're a great way to learn. We hope you'll visit our most unusual museum, shop and café , and enjoy what's on. Maybe get involved. But that's enough about us. What's your story? Get your class, Brownie pack or birthday party excited about stories by exploring plots and characters inspired by the immersive 26...
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Bates Collection of Musical Instruments - Oxford
Welcome to the Bate Collection, one of the most magnificent collections of musical instruments in the world. The Bate has over 2000 instruments from the Western orchestral music traditions from the renaissance, through the baroque, classical, romantic and up to modern times. More than a thousand instruments are on display, by all the most...
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The Ashmolean - Oxford
The present Ashmolean was created in 1908 by combining two ancient Oxford institutions: the University Art Collection and the original Ashmolean Museum. Founded in 1683, at a time when the idea of the 'museum' was brand new, Britain's first public museum, the Ashmolean, was initially the home of a collection of miscellaneous manmade and natural...
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River & Rowing Museum - Henley on Thames
Funtime is back! Drive Mr Toad’s car, enjoy a picnic beside his caravan and get creative with our dressing up. Stage your own puppet show with our wildlife characters, have fun in story corner and watch out for daily visits from Mr Toad. Now in two galleries for twice the fun! Event Date: 19 Jul 2014 - 07 Sep 2014 Event Location...
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Verulamium Museum
The museum of everyday life in Roman Britain Built on the site of one of the largest Roman cities in Britain, Verulamium Museum is filled with ancient treasures and some of the finest mosaics outside of the Mediterranean. Bring the entire family and explore the wonders of Roman life, immerse yourself in recreated Roman rooms and admire...
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Maidenhead Heritage Centre
Maidenhead Heritage Centre is just the place to explore the amazingly varied history of Maidenhead. The permanent Story of Maidenhead exhibition with Roman Dress-Up and other regular family activities is supplemented with five free exhibitions a year in the Sammes Gallery, so there is always something new to see and do. On the first floor of the...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery
https://www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk/sites/default/files/images/town-hall-03-cecelina-banner.jpg Set over three floors, the newly created state-of-the-art gallery spaces showcase over 2,000 years of priceless heritage and display contemporary artworks – sharing local, national and world treasures with all. Promising fresh experiences...
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The Oxfordshire Museum - Woodstock
Set in the historic town of Woodstock, the Oxfordshire Museum tells the story of Oxfordshire through 11 galleries and many exhibitions featuring history, popular culture, contemporary arts and crafts throughout the year. Admission is free. Opening hours Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 2pm - 5pm Last admission 4.45pm...
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The Canal Museum
Found in the heart of the beautiful village of Stoke Bruerne on the Grand Union Canal, The Canal Museum is a treasure trove of stories, films, collections and displays all about our waterways. The Canal Museum is housed in a historic corn mill, and provides a fascinating look at the history of Britain's canals. With a wide range of exhibits and a...
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Pendon Indoor Model Village and Railways - Abingdon
At Pendon we recapture scenes showing the beauty of the English countryside as it was in the Inter-War years. We do this through the medium of detailed, accurate and colourful models constructed to the most exacting standards. A visit to Pendon provides: a warm welcome for individuals, family groups and clubs a...
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Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums - Witney
The Oxford Bus Museum has its origins in the Oxford Bus Preservation Syndicate, established in 1967 by a group of enthusiasts who had the foresight to realise that vehicles of potential significance to future generations should be saved before they were lost for all time. Beginning with just one vehicle – which can still be seen...
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Silverstone Interactive Museum
Suit up for an interactive British motorsport experience What's included Admission to the Silverstone Interactive Museum Admission to the outdoor Heritage Track Trail (weather permitting) Explore British motorsport past, present and future at the Silverstone Interactive Museum Take a fascinating journey...
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Bromham Mill
A restored water mill dating from the 17th century, set in 7 acres of water meadows. Within the mill buildings are a craft exhibit, art gallery, and a fascinating museum of waterways and milling. Visitors can indulge in activities including milling and baking bread, mask making, and a Teddy Bears Picnic. There was a mill on this site on the River...
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Museum of Eton Life
The Museum of Eton Life is 1 of 2 museums within Eton College. The Museum of Eton Life tells the story of the foundation of Eton College in 1440 and provides a glimpse into the world of the Eton schoolboy past and present. Find out about work, games (including the famous Eton Wall Game), punishment, and some of the colourful customs of the...
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The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology is recognised as the fourth largest collection of Greek ceramics in Britain at over 2,000 objects so there's loads of stuff to see here for your little history buffs! The collection primarily consists of material from the Greek and Greco-Roman civilisations of the Mediterranean, most notably Greek and Etruscan...
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Reading Museum
Reading Museum & Town Hall is well known for its landmark building in the centre of Reading and is part of Reading Borough Council's cultural services. The Museum has Full Accreditation status from the government's Museums, Libraries and Archives Council. Reading Museum has been providing award-winning opportunities for learning,...
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Museum of Berkshire Aviation - Reading
Berkshire's dynamic contribution to aviation history is graphically re-captured at the museum. Run as a charitable trust, the museum is at the historic site of Woodley Airfield, near Reading, U.K. - once the centre of a thriving aircraft industry. Miles and Handley Page aircraft built at Woodley are being re-constructed and exhibited along with...
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Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life (MERL) houses thousands of fascinating objects related to life and work in the countryside. We have a programme of temporary exhibitions, family activities, holiday events, guided tours and much more. MERL is open Tuesday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Closed bank holidays. Admission is free.
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Mill Green Museum & Mill
This local history museum for the Welwyn Hatfield District is housed in what was for centuries the home of the millers who worked in the adjoining watermill. The watermill is fully restored and operational. It probably stands on the site of one of four Hatfield mills listed in the Domesday Book. You can watch milling of organic flour every week...
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Stondon Transport Museum
Take trip down Memory Lane, seeing bygone vehicles from the beginning of the century up to modern day classics, most of which originate from the largest private collection in the country plus more recent aquisitions making a total of over 350 exhibits. If you would like to find out just what classic vehicles of yesteryear we have in our...
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Bedford Museum
With its emphasis clearly focused on the local community the Social History collections reflect both the home and working environments of the people of north Bedfordshire. The collections of some 20,000 items cover the wide range of domestic, corporate, military and agricultural life as well as local crafts and industries. The lives of earlier...
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Cecil Higgins Art Gallery
The Cecil Higgins Art Gallery is set in an attractive location beside Castle Gardens and the River Ouse. The Victorian Mansion is a recreation of an 1880s home including the world-famous Gothic room containing works by William Burges There are changing exhibitions of watercolours, prints, drawings from the Gallery's collection which includes...
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John Bunyan Museum
The Bunyan Museum tells the story of this renowned author, pastor and preacher. Visitors to the museum are able to take a walk through Bunyan’s life and times. On entering the museum, visitors are greeted with a three-dimensional model of Bunyan towards the end of his life. Visitors are invited by Bunyan to...
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Cogges Manor Farm - Witney
Cogges is a unique, working museum depicting Oxfordshire rural life in Victorian times set in an historic manor house and Cotswold stone farm buildings. Explore the beautiful farmstead, original Cotswold buildings and displays about farming in years gone by. Meet traditional breeds of farm animals, talk to farm hands and dairy maids and watch...
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Banbury Museum - Oxford
Welcome to Banbury Museum. PLEASE NOTE - we're in the process of creating a brand new, much improved website for Banbury Museum which will be launched in the coming months. Please bear with us whilst we make these changes. Opening hours Galleries, Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Tourist Information Centre and Shop, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday...
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Reme Museum of Technology - Arborfield
Museum of the history of REME, a full day out for the kids and family. Opening Times & Prices Opening times Monday to Thursday: 9.00am till 4.30pm, Friday: 9.00am till 4.00pm, Sundays: 11.00am till 4.00pm Closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day Bank holidays – check in...
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Glenn Miller Museum
View the superb museum dedicated to Glenn Miller, an RAF room dedicated to the RAF personnel stationed at twinwoods and the gallery of wartime aviation art. During World War Two Glenn Miller was based at Milton Ernest Hall which is a couple of miles from The Twinwood Arena and airfield. It was at this Hall that Glenn gave performances with his...
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Abington Museum
It is an excellent place to visit if you are out with your family or if you are interesting in exploring things like the domestic life in the town, our costume collection or our displays about the Northamptonshire Regiment. Highlights are: The history of the Northamptonshire Regiment Northampton Life Rolling programme...
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Shuttleworth Collection
The Shuttleworth Collection home of the 'Edwardian Flying Machines'! The Shuttleworth Collection - a unique flying collection showcasing the first one hundred years of flight. The Collection is famous for its regular flying displays. During the season, all of the airworthy aircraft are flown in displays, alongside visiting aircraft from other...
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Royal Air Force Museum London - Hendon
Opened in 1972 by Her Majesty the Queen and situated on the historic site of London Aerodrome at Hendon, our North London Museum is the only London attraction to house over 100 aircraft from around the world including some very early aircraft designs through to the latest modern day jets and military aircraft. With free admission plus free...
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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
A visit to Northampton Museum and Art Gallery will give you the opportunity to explore the amazing shoe collection recognised as a collection of national importance. You can also find out about the history of Northampton and see our excellent art and ceramics collection. Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 10am -...
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Sywell Aviation Museum
Sywell Aviation Museum (SAM) is a voluntary, non-profit-making organisation which aims to preserve the history of Sywell Aerodrome and Northamptonshire's rich aviation heritage from the early days of aviation to the Second World War and beyond. SAM began life in 1998 and the Museum building was opened in 2001 by the legendary aviator Alex...
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Hertford Museum
Hertford Museum aims to collect, preserve and interpret evidence of the history of the county town and surrounding parishes in the district of East Hertfordshire for the interest, enjoyment and understanding of the local community and other visitors. Since 1903 Hertford Museum has been a much loved local museum, with fascinating objects that tell...
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London Museum of Water and Steam
In 1820 the Grand Junction Water Works Company (GJWWC) opened a new pumping station at Chelsea taking water from the Thames. Admission: Adult £11.50 Conc 60+ or Student £10 Child (5 to 15 years) £5 Family ticket 1 + 2 £16.50 Family ticket 2 + 2 £28 Opening Times: 11am to 4pm daily.
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The Musical Museum
The Musical Museum contains one of the world's foremost collections of self-playing musical instruments. From the tiniest of clockwork music boxes to the Mighty Wurlitzer the collection embraces an impressive and comprehensive array of sophisticated reproducing pianos, orchestrions, orchestrelles, residence organs and violin players. Opening...
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Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum
Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is home to a collection of exhibits and industrial artifacts, which include, steam and diesel locomotives , a lifesize diorama of a quarry , along with many other interesting displays. Admission: Free Entry Membership: Adult £10 Child or senior £8 Family £20...
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Twickenham Stadium Tour and Museum
The World Rugby Museum and Stadium Tours The World Rugby Museum is the ultimate visitor experience for the world rugby enthusiast. Twickenham is the home of England rugby and also the World Rugby Museum, the finest collection of rugby memorabilia in the world. The Museum opened in 1996 and takes visitors through the...
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Wellingborough Museum
The charity is called the Winifred Wharton Trust. It holds the lease on the building called Dulley's Baths (because it was built as a swimming pool in 1892). Admission: Free to visit. Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm Closed Sundays. Open Bank Holiday Mondays.
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Harrington Aviation Museum
Housed in the original Group Operations Building on the site of USAAF Station 179, the CARPETBAGGER AVIATION MUSEUM offers a rare look at life on the top secret base of the 801st / 492nd American Eighth Air Force Bomb Group during World War II. Photographs, maps, exhibits and unique film footage describe the secret missions flown by Harrington...
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Scotts Grotto
Scott's Grotto is a series of interconnected chambers, extending some 67ft into the chalk hillside. It is rumoured to have cost £10,000 and is thought to have taken 30 years to complete. The chambers and tunnels are lined with shells, flints and pieces of coloured glass, some donated by friends. On top of the hill above the tunnels there is...
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Brooklands Museum - Weybridge
Brooklands - the world’s first purpose-built motor racing circuit, constructed at Weybridge, Surrey in 1907 - was more than a great sporting arena. Brooklands was the birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, home of Concorde and the site of many engineering and technological achievements throughout eight decades of the 20th century. ...
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London Bus Museum
London Bus Museum not only covers the history of public transport over 100 years but also has a great collection of old buses, which still work! So polish up your Blakey impression and come and on down! The displays are arranged in a timeline, with buses ranging from the horse drawn bus from 1870 to those made in the 1970s. Each exhibit is...
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The Victoria and Albert Museum - Kensington
There's never been a better time to be involved with the Victoria and Albert Museum, the world's greatest museum of art and design. Over the next few years we are undergoing an exciting transformation. Our vision is to open up the Museum, making our beautiful building and world-class collections accessible and inspiring for everyone. We need you...
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The Science Museum - Kensington
The Science Museum was founded in 1857 with objects shown at the Great Exhibition held in the Crystal Palace. Today the Museum is world renowned for its historic collections, awe-inspiring galleries and inspirational exhibitions. Open from 10.00 - 18.00 every day except 24 to 26 December. Last entry 17.15. We are...
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Science Museum IMAX 3D Cinema - Kensington
See stunning science films in our huge IMAX cinema adult £10.00 child/concession £8.00 family (1 adult, 2 children) £20.00 family (2 adults, 2 children) £27.00 family (2 adults, 1 child) £21.00 members FREE
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Natural History Museum - London
'Welcome to the Natural History Museum. We promote the discovery, understanding, enjoyment, and responsible use of the natural world. Explore our world-class collections, fantastic exhibitions and cutting-edge research online, or visit our landmark buildings.' Dr Michael Dixon - Director Entry is free (there is a charge for temporary...
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Chelsea FC Stamford Bridge Guided Tour & Museum
Get unrivalled access to the home of the Blues Take a guided tour behind the scenes of Stamford Bridge, home of Chelsea FC Tour the tunnel, dressing rooms, press room, and areas normally reserved for players, management, and officials See the Chelsea Museum (also known as the Centenary...
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Wellcome Collection
Wellcome Collection is somewhere different to take the kids to expand their minds! There are a number of different collections around subjects such as ‘Life, Genes and You’, ‘Mind and Body’ and ‘Science and Art’ all presented in an interesting and interactive way. Displays to look out for include coloured...
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Petrie Museum of Egyptian
The Petrie Museum houses an estimated 80,000 objects, making it one of the greatest collections of Egyptian and Sudanese archaeology in the world. It illustrates life in the Nile Valley from prehistory through the time of the pharaohs, the Ptolemaic, Roman and Coptic periods to the Islamic period. Admission: Free admission but donations...
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Grant Museum of Zoology
The Grant Museum of Zoology is the only remaining university zoological museum in London. It houses around 68,000 specimens, covering the whole Animal Kingdom. Founded in 1828 as a teaching collection, the Museum is packed full of skeletons, mounted animals and specimens preserved in fluid. Many of the species are now endangered or extinct...
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London Canal Museum - Kings Cross
At the London Canal Museum you can see inside a narrowboat cabin, learn about the history of London's canals, about the cargoes carried, the people who lived and worked on the waterways, and the horses that pulled their boats. Peer down into the unique heritage of a huge Victorian ice well used to store ice imported from Norway...
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The Lightbox - Woking
Whether you’re passionate about the arts and history, want activities and fun, or would just like somewhere quiet to relax and think, you’ll find it all at The Lightbox, Woking's new gallery and museum. FREE entry Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday: 10.30am - 5.00pm Sunday: 11.00am - 5.00pm Closed Monday and Bank...
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The British Museum - London
The British Museum holds in trust for the nation and the world a collection of art and antiquities from ancient and living cultures. Housed in one of Britain's architectural landmarks, the collection is one of the finest in existence, spanning two million years of human history. Access to the collections is free. The British Museum was...
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Ripleys Believe It or Not London - Piccadilly Circus
At Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London visitors can marvel at an unbelievable collection of jaw dropping artefacts from across the globe – many of which were collected by the ultimate explorer Robert Ripley himself. With over 700 astonishing exhibits, galleries and interactive experiences spanning across 6 floors,...
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The National Army Museum - Chelsea
Visit the National Army Museum and find out how Britain's past has helped to shape our present and our future. Discover the impact our Army has had on the story of Britain, Europe and the world, and see how the actions of a few can affect the futures of many. Admission: 2007 prices: FREE ENTRY Opening Times: ...
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Saatchi Gallery - Chelsea
The Saatchi Gallery opened in Chelsea in October 2008. The Duke of York's HQ, Sloane Square, offers an ideal environment to view contemporary art, with very large well-proportioned rooms and high ceilings. The Gallery occupies the entire 70,000 sq ft building giving the gallery scope for a book shop, educational ...
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National Portrait Gallery
Collection queries If you wish to provide us with more information about a particular portrait, sitter or artist or you specifically require information about portraits in our collection and cannot find your answers within the Search or Explore areas of the site. archiveenquiry@npg.org.uk Enquiry services and Freedom of...
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The Cartoon Museum - Russell Square
On 23rd February 2006 London's first cartoon museum opened to the public. Situated at 35 Little Russell Street, a stone's throw from The British Museum, The Cartoon Museum exhibits the very finest examples of British cartoons, caricature, and comic art from the 18th century to the present day. OPENING TIMES ...
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The Royal Mews - Buckingham Palace
One of the finest working stables in existence, the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace provides a unique insight into the department of the Royal Household that provides transport by road for The Queen and other members of the Royal Family. You can visit the Royal Mews at your leisure using the complimentary audio tour, which lasts approximately 45...
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The Postal Museum
Delve into the history of communication at The Postal Museum, including a 15-minute ride on the underground Mail Rail Learn the secrets of the postal service, hear some crazy stories from mailmen, and see vintage stamps and posters Have the tissues handy at The Postal Museum when you read...
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London Transport Museum - Covent Garden
Discover over 370,000 objects from drawings and signs to uniforms and vehicles Museum Monday-Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00-18:00 (last admission 17:15) Friday 11:00-18:00 (last admission 17:15) Adults £13:50; Concessions* £10
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St Neots Museum
Welcome to St Neots Museum website. We are a lively local museum telling the story of our busy market town on the River Ouse, from prehistoric times to the present day. Our displays tell our story with a fascinating selection of photographs, objects and hands-on activities. Admission: Adult £2 Children and concessions £1 Local...
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The National Gallery - Trafalgar Square
The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of Western European painting in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. Opening Hours Daily 10am-6pm Friday 10am-9pm (Closing commences 5 mins before time stated) Closed all day 1 January and 24-26 December. Room Closures Some areas of...
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Wellington Barracks
Welcome to the official website of The Guards Museum in London. The museum contains a wealth of information and artefacts relating to the five regiments of Foot Guards namely Grenadier, Coldstream, Scots, Irish and Welsh Guards. Along with the two regiments of Household Cavalry they make up Her Majesty’s Household Division and enjoy the...
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Churchill Museum and Cabinet War - London
Shortly after becoming Prime Minister in May 1940, Winston Churchill visited the Cabinet War Rooms to see for himself what preparations had been made to allow him and his War Cabinet to continue working throughout the expected air raids on London. The Churchill Museum uses cutting-edge technology and multimedia displays to bring the exciting...
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The Household Cavalry Museum
Audiovisual Tour The use of this is free of charge to visitors. It is available in 8 languages (including Chinese, Russian and Portuguese available from April 1st 2015). The touchscreen MP3 player outlines the Household Cavalry's history and achievements with soldiers describing what it is like to serve in the regiment today on ceremonial or...
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Tate Britain - Millbank
The home of British art from 1500 to the present day Millbank London SW1P 4RG 020 7887 8888 visiting.britain@tate.org.uk Entry is free except for major exibitions Open every day 10.00–18.00 Last admission to exhibitions 17.15 Open until 22.00 on the...
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Tate Britain - Millbank
Tate Britain presents a major exhibition of art associated with the British Empire from the 16th century to the present day. The show raises questions about ownership, authorship and how the value and meanings of these diverse objects have changed through history Entry is free except for major exhibitions Admission & opening times ...
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Farnborough Air Sciences Trust
Farnborough Air Sciences Trust is a museum is dedicated to the areas proud aviation heritage and significant contribution to air science and research, offering an important educational resource as well as an entertaining and stimulating day out for anyone interested in aviation history and scientific progress. There are interactive exhibitions...
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Royston Museum
Opening Times: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 10 - 5 (last entry 4:45) Facilities: The museum shop has a wide range of gifts and souvenirs as well as books and publications of local interest. Royston has a number of great cafes and restaurants for you to enjoy. Public toilets are located just along the road from the museum. ...
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Royston Cave
Royston Cave is unique in Europe. Believed to date from the 14th Century, it is a man-made cavern in the shape of a beehive, with a small aperture at the top for ventilation. It's most remarkable feature is an extensive range of wall carvings representing the Crucifixion, the Holy Family and several saints, among them St Katherine, St...
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Museum of London - Barbican
Discover prehistoric London, see how the city changed under Roman rule, and wonder at medieval London. Monday to Sunday: 10am-6pm Last admission: 5.30pm Closed: 24 to 26 December
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St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's, with its world-famous dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
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London Film Museum - South Bank
The London Film Museum is a unique interactive museum attraction right next to the London Eye, giving the visitor a fantastic look behind the scenes of some of the greatest films ever made. We are open every day except Christmas Day. Autumn/Winter...
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Merlin's Magical London Pass
Enjoy 90-day access to five of London's best attractions and save 58% What's included Access to Lastminute.com London Eye Access to Madame Tussauds London Access to The London Dungeon Access to SEA LIFE London Aquarium Access to DreamWork Tours: Shrek's Adventure! London Enjoy five of London's most adored attractions with...
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Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
The all-new Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, located at the home of the Wimbledon Championships, is set to be the newest star of world tennis when the attraction is officially opened today by HRH The Duke of Kent, President of the All England Club and Patron of the Museum, after a multi-million pound transformation. The new Museum combines...
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The Henry Moore Foundation
At Perry Green you will find Henry Moore’s former house and studios, as well as outdoor sculpture displays and galleries. Opening times Sculpture grounds and house Tuesday to Friday 10am - 5pm (studios and gallery from 1pm) All open Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holiday Mondays 10am - 5pm Pre-booking is needed...
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London Fire Brigade Museum - Southwark
Explore our museum Come and visit the London Fire Brigade Museum. Explore the museum’s fire station, once part of the original Southwark fire station in the 1870s and home to a unique collection of historical fire engines. Learn about why the call of ‘beer-oh’ was so important for the pumping of fire engines in the...
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Museum of Childhood - Bethnal Green
V&A Museum of Childhood offers drop-in activities, workshops and hands-on displays for all ages. Admission: FREE to all Opening Times: Open everyday. Closed 25,26 December and 1 January Open:10.00 Close:17.45
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Tate Modern - Bankside
Tate Modern is the the UK's national gallery of international modern art. Located in St, Ives, Liverpool and London,. The Collection comprises the national collection of British art from the year 1500 to the present day, and of international modern art. Entry is free except for major exhibitions Open Sunday –...
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Shakespeares Globe Exhibition and Tour - Bankside
Imagine the Globe as it would have been: the centre of what was once London's most notorious entertainment district, surrounded by raucous taverns and bawdy-houses. Housed beneath the Globe Theatre, the Exhibition uses modern technology and traditional crafts to bring Shakespeare's world to life. Prices Adult: £12.50 Senior (60+):...
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Imperial War Museum - London
Visit Imperial War Museum London The wars of the twentieth century have affected each and every one of us in some way, and the Imperial War Museum is here to tell all our stories, covering all aspects of life in wartime. Admission: Free (Extra charges may apply for special exhibitions) Opening Times: Open...
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Tower of London - Tower Hill
Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7 and enlarged and modified by successive sovereigns, today the Tower of London is one of the world's most famous and spectacular fortresses. In its time it has been a royal palace, a fortress, a prison, an armoury, a treasury and an astronomical observatory. As a result there is a lot to see, the...
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Britain at War - London Bridge
The Second World War was the most turbulent and eventful period in the history of the 20th century. It affected the lives of millions of people all over the world, advanced technology and changed political boundaries and ideas of human behaviour. But what was it really like? How did it really feel to be a British citizen during the Second World...
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Tower Bridge Exhibition
Tower Bridge has stood over the River Thames in London since 1894 and is one of the finest, most recognisable bridges in the World. At the Tower Bridge Exhibition you can enjoy breath-taking views from the high-level Walkways, and learn about how and why the Bridge was built. The Walkways boast special viewing windows...
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Design Museum - Tower Hill
All family visitors to the the Design Museum get an Explore Design Museum Family Trail featuring The Thinkerer. With the help of The Thinkerer kids, and adults, can get the most from their visit to the museum. Opening Hours Daily 10am - 5.45pm Last admission at 5.15pm The Design Museum is open on all bank and national...
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Aldershot Military Museum
The story of Aldershot Military Town and the civil towns of Aldershot, Farnborough and Cove. Open Wednesday to Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday 11am - 4pm Admission Adults £2.50 Children 5-15 £1 (under 5 Free) Senior Citizens £2 Other concessions £1 Family (2 adults, 2 children)...
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Milestones - Hampshire's Living History Museum - Basingstoke
Milestones, Hampshire’s living history museum Imagine an open-air museum inside a massive modern building… a network of streets with shops, a village green and even a pub... dating from Victorian times and the 1930s… it's fun... a surprise around every corner! Open Tue to Fri, and Bank Holidays,...
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Cotswold Motoring Museum - Bourton-on-the-Water
Located in the picturesque village of Bourton-on-the-Water which makes a great day out or break in the Cotswolds, the Cotswold Motoring Museum is a truly fascinating journey through the 20th Century. Overflowing with vintage and classic cars and caravans, precarious looking motorcycles, original enamel signs and an intriguing...
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Bourton Model Railway - Bourton-on-the-Water
Enter the world of your childhood dreams with some of the finest operating indoor model railway layouts in the country, covering over 500 feet and featuring: Unique Vistor Control | Over 40 British and Continental trains Railway memorabilia | Working fun fair models Opening Times JUNE- AUGUST Exhibition open daily including Sundays, 11.00am -...
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The Old New Inn Model Village - Cheltenham
The Model Village is a one-ninth scale replica of the heart of the beautiful Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water, containing all the buildings from the Old Water Mill (now the Car Museum) down to the Old New Inn and the ford. The village was created by a previous landlord of the Old New Inn, taking local craftsmen five years to build,...
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