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The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

81-83 High Street, Great Missenden HP16 0AL, England
01494 892192
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Type: Specialty Museums
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: This great little award-winning and family-friendly Museum contains two fun and fact-packed biographical galleries, the fantabulous interactive Story... more » Owner description: This great little award-winning and family-friendly Museum contains two fun and fact-packed biographical galleries, the fantabulous interactive Story Centre and a sunny courtyard. Situated in Great Missenden where Roald Dahl lived for over 36 years, it was created as a home for the author’s archive (which visitors can see on our regular tours) and as a place to inspire creativity and a love of reading in children, about which Roald Dahl was passionate. « less
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Trowbridge, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We've just spent a lovely day in the lovely village of Great Missenden and the fantastic Roald Dahl Museum. A family ticket for £21 was very good value as we spent 4 fascinating hours there. The ticket allows you to leave the museum and wander about the village so you can visit Dahl's grave and see other locations associated with... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

We visited with 5 children aged 12, 10, 7, 6 and 4. They all enjoyed it even the 12 year old who thought it would be rubbish! I think the coffee shop also helped as it had good cakes and ice cream! We searched the internet for vouchers before we went so got a really good deal on the price... More

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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Great place for kids and adults. Despite its relatively small size, this museum has much to offer. There's plenty to learn about Roald's interesting life. The additional charge for the children's workshop was well worth it - but make sure that you book in advance as they are popular. I would also recommend a stroll up to the pretty parish... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

A very interesting place which showed Roald's life and how he became a writer. There were some interactive things to do but lots of reading from a young one's POV. Some lovely little shops in the village and a trail you can go on. Very nice!

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Wellington, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

We visited during the Easter holidays so it was quite busy. We have been reading several books by Roald Dahl as a family in the last couple of weeks, so decided a trip to this museum and the nearby children's gallery was a good chance to learn more about the author. Our three children, 8,5 and 2 all found plenty... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013 via mobile

I've actually been three times before but I loved it so much the fourth time that I had to write a review. Whether a child or adult, this well priced museum in the picturesque and quaint village of Great Missenden - less than an hour from London - is a must see in the local area and as a getaway... More

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Flackwell Heath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I visited on a Saturday with my wife and 2 year old son. The staff were friendly and informative and there was a a lovely buzz about the place. There was plenty for children to see and do and a lot of craft related activities. It clearly says on the Web site that it is aimed for Children between 6-12... More

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Zagreb
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

We're big Roald Dahl fans and figured the museum would be a hit with our four young children familiar with his books and well worth the 45-minute drive from northwest London. Simply put, it wasn't worth the ride. We learned a lot of Roald's writing chair, his writing hut, and some interesting tid-bits about the man. But the museum failed... More

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Bedfordshire
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

Just returned from visit with 6year old grand-daughter but I think she was too young to appreciate the exhibits. Far too much about Dahl life story for children to be interested in. More a place for serious students and older children. Not enough about the children's books he wrote. The whole place needs to be a lot more exciting. Nice... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013 via mobile

I thought this was great value for money.arrived 10 am and stayed until .2.kids 6.10.11.6 year old found main rooms a little dull but the easter hunt kept him going.the older Two as big fans loved it all .found it well presented interesting and informative.we went to the story telling which was great fun and the talk on dahls life... More

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