Museums & Galleries · London
Museum of Croydon
📍 CR9 1DE
Photo: Eagleash (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Exhibition celebrating Pamper, Indulge and Give in Atrium Gallery
- Shaping Croydon exhibition on architecture and ambition
- Riesco collection of Chinese ceramics on permanent display
- Archaeological finds featured alongside the permanent collection
- Events include crafting, lacemaking and archives open day
Museum of Croydon sits within the Croydon Clocktower and tells the story of the borough's diverse communities and heritage, inviting visitors to explore 'What's Your Croydon?'. You can see the Riesco collection of Chinese ceramics on permanent display alongside featured archaeological finds, plus changing exhibitions such as Shaping Croydon: Architecture and Ambition. There's also a programme of events, from bobbin lacemaking sessions to an archives open day, suiting those curious about local history and culture. Entry is free, and it's open Wednesdays to Saturdays. Based in Croydon, it's just 0.4 miles from East Croydon station, with 33 bookable places to stay within 5 miles for anyone planning a longer visit nearby.
Practical details
- Open
- Wednesdays to Saturdays
- Booking
- Free entry
From the attraction's own website on 7 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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Sat 14 Nov · 19:00
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Buzz Bingo Barkingside, Ilford · 17.1 mi
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Sat 5 Dec · 12:00
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🚆 Or come by train
- East Croydon 0.4 miles
- West Croydon 0.5 miles
- South Croydon 0.7 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page