
Eel Pie Island Museum
π Twickenham, Greater London
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Small volunteer-run museum in Twickenham documenting Eel Pie Island's music history, boatyards, and creative residents. Knowledgeable curators offer personal tours covering acts including the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and Rod Stewart.
π Funzaroo Verdict
Best for families with teenagers who have a genuine interest in 1960s British rock and jazz. The conversational, tour-led format rewards visitors who come with questions - curators respond with first-hand knowledge and personal stories. Young children with no existing interest in music history will find the content beyond them.
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Julie Herbert
11 months ago
βA truly wonderful museum paying homage to such an iconic place where the memory of EPI 'back in the day' lives on. Great to see it supported by the legendary Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards. Really enthusiastic staff with a wealth of knowledge and passion keeping the memories alive. Great photos and opportunity to buy some very reasonably priced EPI merchandise. Free parking by the church on a Sunday (check on the day tho), 2 minutes walk to the well equipped high street and a few minutes walk to EPI itself. A great visit, thank you. An inspiring trip for our 14 yr old aspiring musician son.β
Claire Δ’ordon
10 months ago
βThis is a fantastic museum, however on arrival, our 2nd visit, the lady in charge speaking to us was coughing. She said she had just been eating a sandwich ie crumbs, however 2 days later we both developed a cough which turned into flu. Please be careful if you are talking to the public when you have a cough. We hadnt been anywhere else.β
Anthony Jones
a year ago
βThis is a fantastic museum telling the story of one of London's, historically significant, music venues. On my visit I met and talked at length to Michele Whitby (curator) and her assistant. Made to feel so welcome, lovely cuppa, and I'll definitely be back. Make a pilgrimage to this museum and the Twickenham pubs. You won't regret it!β
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Based on Google review tagsKnowledgeable staff
22 reviews
Memorabilia
14 reviews
1960s
13 reviews
Volunteer staff
13 reviews
Music history
11 reviews
Overview
Eel Pie Island Museum tells the story of the island's famous ballroom, which hosted bands including the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and Rod Stewart between 1956 and 1970. Exhibits extend to the historic boatyards and inventor Trevor Baylis. Volunteer curators provide personalised guided tours; complimentary tea is offered to visitors. The museum is supported by Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards.








