Welcome to Pollock’s Toy Museum, home to London’s much loved collection of bears, dolls, toy theatres, games and more. Visit us now in Croydon or Leadenhall Market.
Upcoming event: Join us on Tuesday 12 May for a grand day out in Derbyshire, discovering Diaghilev’s 1926 toy theatre inspired ballet, The Triumph of Neptune, at Renishaw Hall, the home of the Sitwells.
Pollock’s Toy Museum Croydon
Visit highlights from the collection and a special display of toys from local factories. Open every Saturday 11.00am-4.00pm with regular events and activities.
Pollock’s Toy Museum Leadenhall Market
A magical mini museum with museum shop in a beautiful historic market. Open Thursday and Friday 11.00am-3.00pm.
Whizz, Jump, Spin, Hoot, Flutter and Fly: New exhibition of dynamic toys
Discover the world of toys that move with the use of natural forces like breath, wind, and gravity, in this exhibition at the Croydon museum. Saturdays 11.00am-4.00pm
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Latest News from Pollock’s Toy Museum
The latest news from Pollock’s Toy Museum about the move and current activities.
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.
Tales from the Toybox
Volunteer Charity Trustee Opportunity: we are currently seeking a volunteer Honorary Secretary Trustee.
“If you love art, folly or the bright eyes of children, speed to Pollock’s”
– Robert Louis Stevenson, Author of Treasure Island