Welcome to Pollock’s Toy Museum, home to London’s much loved collection of bears, dolls, toy theatres, games and more. The museum collection is currently divided between two locations at Croydon and Leadenhall Market while a permanent home is sought, with special events in August and September.
Pollock’s Toy Museum Croydon 2025
Visit highlights from the collection and a special display of toys from local factories. Open every Saturday with regular events and activities.
Pollock’s Toy Museum Leadenhall Market 2025
A magical mini museum pop-up with museum shop. New Pearlies exhibition opened on 8 May. Open every Thursday and Friday.
Dynamic Toys Workshop for Adults
Explore the delights of toys that move with artist Tony Hayward in this practical half-day workshop at the Croydon museum on 24 September.
Hackney Museum toy theatre shows
Join Pollock’s Toy Museum on 13 and 14 August 2025, at Hackney Museum, for a free double-bill of toy theatre performances.
Dickens Museum toy theatre shows
On 23 August and 6 September, join us at the Charles Dickens Museum for an intimate double-bill of toy theatre performances in a period setting.
Latest News from Pollock’s Toy Museum
The latest news from Pollock’s Toy Museum about the move and current activities.
Tales from the Toybox
Read the official Pollock’s Toy Museum blog to explore the stories behind the collection.
The History of Pollock’s Toy Museum
Learn how Benjamin Pollock’s Victorian theatre printing shop in Hoxton became London’s world famous Toy Museum.
Support the Museum
Volunteer, donate items to the collection or help with fundraising to help the museum survive.
“If you love art, folly or the bright eyes of children, speed to Pollock’s”
– Robert Louis Stevenson, Author of Treasure Island