The Postal Museum 2025

The collection spans five centuries of history, covering everything from groundbreaking design and quirky technology to the intimacy of personal letters. Ride Mail Rail – A subterranean railway that once whizzed four million letters a day across London. For more than 75 years from 1927-2003, it was a vital artery in Britain’s communication network, hidden from view.

Contacts

Operator: Postal Heritage Trust

Address: 15-20 Phoenix Place London Greater London WC1X 0DA

Telephone: 0300 0300 700
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Website: View website

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Open Days & Times

Tue-Sun 1000-1700. Visit website or facebook for more details and advance booking.

Travel

By Rail: Farringdon / .75 miles

Facilities

Refreshments
Souvenir Shop
Full disabled access

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From interactive galleries to an immersive subterranean rail ride, modern research facilities to a wide-range of learning activities, the museum offers something for everyone, from all backgrounds and of all ages.