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The Octavia Hill Birthplace Museum

1 South Brink Place, Wisbech PE131JE, England
01945 476358
Octavia Hill Birthplace House - view from N.Brink
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Ranked #8 of 17 attractions in Wisbech
5.0 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Description: Museum to commemorate and record the life and work of Octavia Hill, her family and those who continue her work.
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“Little Gem of a Museum”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012

Friendly welcome guaranteed, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Excellent displays (do visit the basement) and nice cafe. More

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“Getting even better”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2009

The museum has recently expanded into the otheer half of the original Hill's house and there has been extensive improvements e.g. a tea shop and improved facilities. Almost so bog now it's easy to get lost. When the rest has been finished it will be great for school groups etc. More

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“Octavia Hill Museum”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2007
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Great museum. Octavia Hill was a pioneering social reformer and the museum (also her birthplace) discusses her life and work. The kids loved the 'Victorian' cellar which showed the poor living conditions of people living at the time. Her ideas on housing and society are explained in an informative and light-hearted way. We all really loved the place and have... More

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