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- ClareBeccles, UK132 contributionsOk so, you cannot get away from the fact that this place is very busy. It's a very popular tourist site so it does get really busy, particularly the lower floors. We found that the upper floors were much quieter, but arguably, the most interesting areas, such as the space exploration section, are on the ground floor. Once you've accepted that it will be busy, the science museum is certainly worth a visit, there's so many artefacts and interesting items to look at covering a huge range of subjects. It's nicely presented and easy to navigate around. The cafes are expensive but not terrible for museums where you do expect to pay a premium.Written March 2, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Frozen S1 contributionAs I am a massive aviation and military nerd, this museum was incredible, I took almost 250 photos, maybe even double that, I would 100% go again!Written March 22, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The_Coach55Ruislip, UK1,433 contributionsThe Wellcome Collection is situated on Euston Road, close to both Euston and Euston Square stations.
The current exhibition is called Hard Graft. It looks at low paid work over the years in different countries and the tough conditions that they endured.
There are some good pictures from the Windrush generation looking for work in the late Fifties.
Work on tea and coffee plantations was also covered as well as products made by prisoners in the USA, primarily office furniture sold for profit.
There was an interesting video about the poor treatment of slave workers in the sugar cane fields in Louisiana where the landlords would only allow workers’ cemeteries to be built on non profitable land.
In later years, the sugar cane land was taken over by petrochemical industries with serious levels of pollution blighting the lives of the impoverished local population.
There were several thought provoking displays and I liked the Washerwoman sculpture by Shannon Alonzo.
Admission is free and the museum is closed on Mondays.Written February 26, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ssffs3 contributionsThis is a small, quiet, old school museum where volunteer guides give you very personalised talks about Fleming's discovery and show you around his original lab. There is also a short film and an exhibition room to look at as well. Currently it's a bit tricky to find because of all the scaffolding around the entrance and building, but it is well worth it because the volunteers are so nice and friendly. Also, there are a few flights of steps to go up and down because of the original state of the building. It is one the corner of Praed Street and Norfolk Place at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington.Written November 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- samstone80Kent, UK115 contributionsMy daughter and I visited following a recommendation from a friend. This is a well put together interesting little museum. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the Bethnal Green area.Written February 20, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FarwriterLondon, UK175 contributionsI am fascinated by Victorian industrial heritage so I can't believe it's taken me so long to visit here - I had heard of the museum but didn't know it was a Victorian workshop until I looked into it further. I joined a group guided tour which cost around £25 but it lasts nearly two and half hours and is well worth the money. Endlessly fascinating, with passionate and knowledgeable volunteers who clearly explained how the machines worked and demonstrated several of them too. The different machines test the strength and flexibility of many different materials - metal, concrete, bricks, chains, parachute silk - and Kirkaldy was keen for his works to be independent of any manufacturers who may have had a vested interest in skewing the results of safety tests. The works was run by three generations of his family from the mid-19th century until the 1960s and he deserves to be better known. Highly recommended.Written March 23, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paula GriffinLondon, UK906 contributionsPart of Guys Hospital this compact gallery houses regular exhibitions focused on issues effecting healthcare and science in our modern age interpreted through via various artistic media, visual, verbal and written among them. When I visited the theme was that of mental health with resources on hand to help those who may be experiencing problems in their own lives. After all this is more than just art this is therapy.Written January 10, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- greenwichgir1London81 contributionsLoved it!
A fascinating couple of hours spent in the company of a wonderfully engaging volunteer? staff member who was so enthusiastic about his subject.
In a variety of sheds hidden in a suburban garden there is a wonderland of equipment showing the history and development of radio and televisions.
Can't wait to make a return visit.Written September 27, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - millypoppymoBarnet, UK40 contributionsThe pod is an amazing space. Very space age with great interactive educational games. My kids are 8 and 6 and they enjoyed this immensely. Afterwards we went to one of the lecture theatres for a talk one the subject we went for - gut feeling. It was a great talk, lots of audience participation and interaction. But at 1hr I felt perhaps trimming it to 45mins or so would have made it even better. Staff there very enthusiastic and friendly. Great experience.Written May 31, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sophtommoLuton, UK8 contributionsThe new exhibit SCOOP is a wonderful premise, what with the recent heatwave in the UK too. It teaches you about the history of ice cream in the UK and with plenty of historical artefacts like penny licks and scents of ice creams from the 18th century, it does fill the "history foodie" section. After this, you can go and make some ice cream (about 1ml worth, but still fun nonetheless). Then you go into a room where you can take your cool Instagram shots and explore the darker side of vanilla. With glow in the dark ice cream and brain-wave experiences with ice cream, it does make you think about your relationship with the food. But then it's done.
If it were an exhibition for a longer amount of time, then it should definitely be cheaper. It's fun but it's not meant to be an exhibition that you spend longer than an hour in.Written August 14, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - futtock21London, UK17,270 contributionsWhat is the Dana Centre? I wondered, speculating as to whether it might be a musical venue commemorating the life and times of Ireland’s first Eurovision winner in 1970. Or a Bulgarian cultural centre? In fact it’s a library and research centre that is part of the Science Museum. Designed by Richard MacCormac of MJP Architects it opened in 2003 as a venue for contemporary scientific debate. It re-opened in late 2015 as a library and research centre with the aim of providing a ‘world-class environment for academic research, bringing together the museum’s thriving research and public history department with access to its library and research collections.’Written October 20, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TFAtravelChicago, IL436 contributionsSo tucked between some modern apartments on the west side of the river sits a one story nature center. What makes it so special is it’s location. Rather than situated in pristine forest or other natural place, Creekside is on the banks of a crusted rusty industrial river that fills and empties with the tide. It offers visitors a chance to experience the resilience of nature and the beauty of the small and hidden. Go. Especially children.Written November 26, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EJAmumGreater London, UK1 contributionA lovely place to visit in the he heart of the historic buildings of University College London. My son and his two friends, aged 10, really enjoyed the freedom to open up the drawers and touch and hold different rocks and minerals. The curator is very patient and friendly and answered all their questions. There are other temporary, interactive exhibitions there too and you could combine your visit with the Grant zoology museum also at UCL. It was also great to be mingling with all the students in the relaxed courtyard areas. Thank youWritten October 30, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
