The London Canal Museum
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Overview
The museum covers the development of London's canals (particularly Regent's Canal), canal vessels and trade, and the way of life of the canal people. Housed in a former ice warehouse and stables, it also illustrates horse transport and the unusual trade of importing ice from Norway; there are two large ice wells under the floor. Facilities include temporary moorings, so you can arrive by boat if you want to. There are regular special exhibitions, and special events include evening illustrated talks, activity days for children and tunnel boat trips.
Ratings & awards
Green Tourism Silver
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, Tue-Sun and BH Mon 10-4.30 (1st Thu each month 10-7.30). Closed 24-26 & 31 Dec
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Children
About the area
London, the UK’s capital, is a metropolis of famous landmarks, unrivalled shopping, world-renowned arts venues, galleries and museums, dining and award-winning theatre. London is steeped in royal history, and visitors can watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, learn about the final days of Anne Boleyn at the Tower of London, or take a leisurely stroll around the capital’s Royal Parks.
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