Museum of Croydon
📍 Croydon, Greater London
Free local history museum inside Croydon Clocktower featuring permanent Croydon heritage displays, rotating special exhibitions, and regular family workshops including Easter crafts and portrait drawing sessions.
🏆 Funzaroo Verdict
Best for school-age children with an interest in local history, industrial heritage, or photography. The rotating exhibitions mean repeat visits offer fresh content. Entry is free, making it a low-commitment outing.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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big boy
7 months ago
“I recently visited the Museum of Croydon, and it was a wonderful experience. It is a very nice place to visit, especially if you are interested in history. The museum has an impressive collection of historical items, and I was particularly fascinated by the ancient bows on display. The craftsmanship and detail of these old weapons are truly remarkable and give a glimpse into the past. The museum is well-organized, informative, and enjoyable for visitors of all ages. It’s a great place to learn about local history and explore unique artifacts. I highly recommend visiting the Museum of Croydon if you are in the area — it’s both educational and inspiring!”
Peng Chou
8 months ago
“Visited Museum of Croydon early November 2025 during the Meccano exhibition here. It is a local museum featuring the history of Croydon. Definitely recommended.”
Jen Kavanagh
a year ago
“'FORGE: Industries of Croydon'. New exhibition about the history of industry in the borough is now open. Family activities available and some amazing archive and contemporary photography on display. Plus the bubble car is back!”
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Overview
The Museum of Croydon sits inside the Croydon Clocktower alongside the borough library. Permanent galleries cover Croydon's industrial and social history, with rotating special exhibitions — recent highlights include a Meccano display and the FORGE industries show with archive photography. Family workshops run seasonally. Some galleries open later than the main entrance; the Riesco gallery and special exhibitions open at a different time to the main doors.
