Pollock's Toy Museum in London: Rediscover Your Inner Child and Fun

Nestled in two charming Georgian townhouses, this understated yet stunning museum houses a collection of over 7,000 rare vintage toys from around the world. Let's explore it with The London Pass by Go City!\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nNamed after Benjamin Pollock, a renowned toy theatre printer from the turn of the century, the museum opened its doors in 1956 and is dedicated to traditional British toy collections. The toys on display are not just ordinary exhibitions; they are treated as important objects of art, design, and social significance.\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nA variety of board games, puppets, dolls, models, and more evoke childhood memories, making visitors reluctant to let them go.\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nIn addition to numerous charming Victorian toy theatres, the museum also houses the world's oldest teddy bear—Eric, born in 1905. Be sure to say hello to Eric when you visit!\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nInterestingly, Pollock's Toy Museum was once a toy shop. When it was originally located on Hoxton Street, one of the poorest areas of London at the time, Charlie Chaplin was one of its customers.\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nWhile showcasing what British children played with in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the museum also boasts a vast collection of toys from around the world, such as an ancient Egyptian mouse made from Nile clay, dating back 4,000 years.\nSource: Pollock's Toy Museum\nLet childhood not feel distant; at Pollock's Toy Museum, rediscover your inner child and joy through a myriad of toys.\nMuseum address: 1 Scala Street London, W1\nOpening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm\nAdmission: £9, free with the London Pass