Museum of the Home Ticket Portal

FAQs / Help

How do I get to the Museum?

We encourage visitors to walk, cycle or use public transport to the Museum.

Please check tfl.gov.uk for closures on the Overground, particularly at weekends.

By public transport

Overground we are opposite Hoxton Station (zones 1+2) with step-free access

Underground and Rail Liverpool Street and Old Street are nearby

Buses 149, 242, 243, 394 stop on Kingsland Road

By bike

We have 8 bike racks in the Kingsland Road Gardens and there are Santander Cycle docking stations at Falkirk Street and Geffrye Street. We don't allow folding bikes inside.

By car

Parking locally is very limited. Blue Badge holders may park in bays on Kingsland Road (up to 3 hours, 10am–4pm). The bays are alongside the central Museum gates. There is ramped access into the gardens from the north and south gates.

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Our postal address is 136 Kingsland Road, London, E2 8EA

What time should I arrive for my event?

You must arrive at least 10 minutes before your event starts.  Please report to the Front Desk with your ticket and we will direct you to the event. Each event will start promptly and unfortunately we cannot wait for late arrivals

What are the Museum full opening hours?

Tuesday – Sunday and bank holidays

10am–5pm (last entry 4pm)

Do I need to print my ticket?

Save paper and ink; be good to the environment. Just bring your ticket on your mobile phone.

Do I need a ticket to visit the Museum?

Entry is free. There is no need to book. You may need a ticket for our events programme.

Please be aware that busy times, especially at weekends, you may have to wait a short while to get in.

Our busiest times are on Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 2pm. If you're waiting, do take the chance to grab a coffee and cake at our cafe, or enjoy our glorious gardens.

Open Tuesday – Sunday and bank holidays, 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)

Who qualifies for a concession?

Young people aged 16 years old and under (unless otherwise stated), individuals on Universal Credit, Jobseekers, NHS workers and individuals with disabilities. 

Individuals with disabilities are entitled to a complimentary ticket for a carer, should you require a carer’s ticket, please contact bookings@museumofthehome.org.uk .

Who qualifies for a child ticket?

Children aged under 4 years are free.
Tickets must be purchased for children aged 4 to 16 years.

Do you accept National Art Pass?

Yes, National Art Pass entitles to 50% off paid exhibitions. Qualifying exhibitions have a National Art Pass ticket option. Please select this ticket and make sure to bring your Art Pass with you on the day and show it to a member of staff when you arrive.

Do you accept Groups?

Yes, please visit the Group Bookings page on our website and book your visit directly. If you have questions please email bookings@museumofthehome.org.uk

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