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Pollock's Toy Museum and its collection

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Pollock's Toy Museum is the UK's oldest toy museum housing over 7000 toys in 6 magical rooms across two historical buildings in the center of London. Here you will see a huge array of toys form all over the world and from different centuries, including a 4000 year out toy mouse and one of the worlds olds teddy bears, At the heart of our collection is an unrivalled collection of Toy Theatres. The museum is a continuation Benjamin Pollocks business, he was famous printer of toy theatres with its origin dating back to the 1850s. More info here: www.pollockstoymuseum.co.uk

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Pollock's Toy Museum
Pollocks Toy Museum
1 Scala Street
W1T 2HL London

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Child-friendly

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Pollock's Toy Museum in London offers a nostalgic journey through the history of toys. Housed in two connected Georgian townhouses, the museum features a diverse collection of toys from various eras. Visitors often appreciate the charming, old-world atmosphere and the opportunity to see vintage toys from different time periods. The museum's narrow staircases and small rooms add to its quaint character, though some find the space cramped. While many enjoy the unique and eclectic collection, others note that the displays could benefit from better organization and labeling. The museum's strength lies in its ability to evoke childhood memories and showcase the evolution of playthings over time. However, some visitors feel the admission price is a bit high for the size of the museum. Despite its limitations, Pollock's Toy Museum generally provides an interesting experience for those interested in toy history or seeking a dose of nostalgia.

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