The Cinema Museum is a renowned museum located at 2 Dugard Way, Renfrew Rd, London SE11 4TH, United Kingdom. Established in the 1890s, it is a treasure trove for film enthusiasts, housing a remarkable collection of cinema memorabilia spanning over a century. From rare artifacts to iconic film posters, visitors can indulge in the fascinating history of the silver screen. The museum offers pre-booked guided tours, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of cinema. Run by passionate volunteers, the museum provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. With its LGBTQ+ friendly approach, the Cinema Museum ensures that everyone can enjoy a memorable experience. Whether you are a film lover, history enthusiast, or simply curious about the world of cinema, the Cinema Museum offers a delightful journey through time.
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- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Assistive hearing loop
- Amenities
- Toilets
- Restaurant
- Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Planning
- Getting tickets in advance recommended
Reviews
The tour was excellent (reservations required)! Museum has lots of cinema antiques and an amazing event venue/cinema with lovely stylish decor on the second floor. The tour stared with a presentation introducing what’s in the museum, with complimentary tea and biscuits, then you have about 20 mins for free browsing and following by a short film watching in the end. It took about 2hr for the tour. Highly recommended to pay a visit!
The equivalent of a speakeasy for film lovers, complete with tea, snacks, and a simple bar. A unique London experience. But I don't want to say too much and have it lose its feeling of being a secret for the chosen few!
Definitely go for the guided tour if you can, if you love movies.
The founders of the musuem collected the memorabilia and have such an in depth knowledge and passion for the history of cinema that they love to share.
Absolutely a passion project worth visiting and supporting.
Really cool experience. Screening of Viktor and Viktoria which was cool, loved that there were some performances in between. There was a bar and some free food too. The museum is also where Charlie Chaplin worked when it was a work house.
Eccentric and quirky and packed to the hilt with film memorabilia. Went to a function and it was super relaxed, the bar was well stocked or you could choose tea and biscuits! A lovely place.
I almost don’t want to review it because I selfishly don’t want it to get too crowded - but if it does, they deserve. So thrilled places like this still exist in a rapidly moderning city.
A special, sort of, 'Cinema Paradiso' experience as it also has film nights.
It's a very enchanting, delightful, rare gem in London. A must on your bucket list if you are a visitor to London, or just a Londoner.
It's also round the corner from the Buddhist centre, which is also worth a visit. Check opening times and events for both.
I was really impressed firstly by the historical cinematic museum elements - objects, equipment, posters etc. The upstairs bar /seating/book sales area was also beautifully laid out. My one complaint about the bar was that the drinks sold …
Surprised my partner with a visit here. Movies are his thing, I just went along for the ride. Was expecting maybe a 30 minute tour, maybe 45 minutes. Was a bit surprised to see a sign on the door saying it would be at least 90 minutes, and …
Lovely museum with loads of information and curiosities about the history of cinemas. Highly recommended.
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