Name: Amersham Museum
Rating: 5.0

Amersham Museum

49 High Street, Amersham, Buckinghamshire HP7 0DP, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

Description

Amersham Museum at 49 and 51 High Street is a small local museum based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, England. It is located on the High Street in Old Amersham. Amersham Museum brings local history to life to inspire, surprise and engage people, helping them to explore the significance of the area’s past, appreciate the present and imagine the future.”

Amersham Museum cares for around 12,000 items relating to the history of the town, its residents and the surrounding area. From photographs to maps, lace to agricultural tools, we look after a time-capsule of local stories.

Price starts from £7.00 for Adults(18 years and over) and Free for Children(under 18). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Families: Our museum has lots of family-friendly hands-on exhibitions and we encourage families to explore the galleries and object boxes and garden.
Role play: Around the museum there are costumes for dressing up and lots of hats to try on. Upstairs in the Tudor Gallery you can role play at the banquet table and dress up like a Tudor.
Trails: There is a Nature Trail around the museum and Town Trail. The stewards at the front desk are happy to help with them.
Craft Cart: Upstairs in the Timeline Gallery there is a craft cart full of activities and resources to use. Get creative and make something inspired by your visit.
Toys: In this room there are also some toy boxes ideal for toddlers to enjoy playing with.
Garden: Please ask our friendly stewards for the Garden Toy Box. It’s full of traditional games and toys for you to enjoy.
Events: During Half Term and School Holidays we run family Create! Workshops. Please see the Events Diary for details and follow us on social media for posts of new events.
Neurodiversity: You can explore the museum in advance of your visit using our Visual Story . These pages can also be printed and provided to you when you visit if required in advance.
Sensory Kits: You can borrow one of our FREE SEND Discovery Bags. Please ask at the reception desk. They include ear defenders, magnifying glass, fidget toys, torches and can be used how you would like to help you enjoy exploring the galleries.
Quiet Space: There is a Take a Break Box filled with books and puzzles. Please use this in the galleries or take it out into the garden if you need to find a tranquil space to rest and relax.
Visually impaired visitors: We are currently working on having our display information in audio and large print. In the meantime, our knowledgeable stewards are happy to assist with your visit.
Hearing impaired visitors: We have a hearing loop available at our reception; please ask our staff who will be happy to help.

Facilities

Parking: The nearest car park is just off Broadway Amersham Old Town car park , about 300m from the museum. Payment is by card or RingGo; this car park includes some designated disabled spaces and electric charging points.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Museum Tickets:
Single Visit

Adult: £7.00 (£8.00 with Gift Aid)*
Children (under 18): Free

Combined museum and guided walk ticket

Adult: £13 for a single museum visit and guided walk.

Annual Pass: Visit as often as you’d like for a year

Adult: £12

Pricing URL: https://amershammuseum.org/visit/admission/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Wednesday to Sunday: 11.30am to 4pm. Also Bank Holiday Mondays.

Address: 49 High Street, Amersham, Buckinghamshire HP7 0DP, UK

Post Code: HP7 0DP

Council: Buckinghamshire

County: Buckinghamshire

Car: Amersham Museum does not have a car park, however, FREE PARKING is available in the High Street.
Bus: There are several local bus services which go through Old Amersham Carousel Buses. Bus stops on The Broadway beside Tesco Supermarket are a short, flat walk along High Street to reach the museum.
Train: Amersham StationTravelling from London by Underground via Metropolitan Line from Baker Street to Amersham Station. Travelling from London Marylebone or Aylesbury via Chiltern Railways to Amersham Station.
Parking: The nearest car park is just off Broadway Amersham Old Town car park , about 300m from the museum. Payment is by card or RingGo; this car park includes some designated disabled spaces and electric charging points.