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London Canal Museum and its collection

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The London Canal Museum tells the story of London's canals, their people, cargoes, and the horses that pulled their boats. The museum features exhibits related to: trade and commerce, social history, industry, land transport, decorative art, archives, inland waterways, costume and textiles and science and technology. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: horse power - London's working horses, lifting, handling, weighing, the ice trade & ice wells, The Regent's Canal, canal costume, canal life, Bantam tug, canal art and boats. The museum also features the Victorian trade in natural ice, for which the building was built.

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#41 History & Anthropology in London #14 Science & Technology in London #7 Industrial & heritage museums in London #3 Local museums in London #193 Industrial & heritage museums in England #41 Local museums in England #80 Local museums in Europe #47 Local museums in United Kingdom
London Canal Museum
12-13 New Wharf Road
King's Cross
N1 9RT London

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 16:30
Wednesday
10:00 – 16:30
Thursday
10:00 – 16:30
Friday
10:00 – 16:30
Saturday
10:00 – 16:30
Sunday
10:00 – 16:30

Last entry 1600

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Admission

0 – 5Free
7 – 15£3.75
16 – 64£7.50
65+£6.00
Students£6.00
Unwaged£6.00

Children under 7 free. A family ticket is for 2 adults + 3 children, or 1 adult + 4 children.

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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Child-friendly
Audio tour

Location & Map

12-13 New Wharf Road, London

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Exhibitions

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London Canal Museum Reviews

London Canal Museum has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The London Canal Museum offers visitors an informative look into the history of London's canals and the ice trade. Located in a former ice warehouse, the museum provides insights into the 19th-century canal system and its impact on the city's development. Exhibits cover topics such as narrowboats, the lives of canal workers, and the ice import business.

    Visitors generally appreciate the museum's educational value and its preservation of an important aspect of London's industrial heritage. The museum's location by Regent's Canal adds to its charm and relevance. Many find the exhibits well-presented and engaging, particularly the recreated narrowboat cabin and the ice well.

    However, some reviewers note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored in about an hour. A few mention that certain exhibits could benefit from updates or more interactive elements to appeal to a wider audience, especially children. The museum's niche focus means it may not cater to all visitors' interests.

    Despite its compact size, the London Canal Museum is generally regarded as a worthwhile visit for those interested in London's industrial history or looking for a less crowded museum experience. Its unique subject matter sets it apart from other London museums, though it may not be a top priority for first-time visitors to the city with limited time.

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