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Self-guided visits

We have two resource packs that are suitable for Entry 1 and Entry 2 students. Each pack contains background notes, pre-visit, visit and post-visit activities.

The new Entry 3 pack will be available from the summer term 2009.

To book your visit and request a free pack please contact our Bookings and Information Officer on: tel 020 7739 9893, e-mail Bookings, or download the packs here: ESOL Entry 1 Resource Pack or ESOL Entry 2 Resource Pack

Two women on ESOL course Silver teapot with ESOL students

Visit information


  • Self-guided visits must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.
  • All visits and materials are free of charge.
  • As taught sessions are popular, we recommend booking at least one month in advance. A cancellation fee of £40.00 will be levied if less than a week's notice is given.
  • Dates other than those advertised may be accommodated but are subject to availability.
  • Maximum group size per session is 20.
  • Sessions can be adapted to suit your group's level and the home/garden topic areas you have been exploring in college.
  • Lunch rooms are restricted and subject to availability.


Geffrye Museum, Kingsland Road, London E2 8EA


Opening hours Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm
Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays 12 noon –5.00pm
Closed Mondays (unless Bank Holiday), Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day

Restaurant open until 4.45pm

Shop open during museum hours

Access for disabled visitors All main displays are located on the ground floor. Entrance and gardens are ramped and fully accessible to wheelchairs. Facilities include: accessible toilets, lift, audio guide, and induction loop in the Lecture Room

Gardens Walled herb garden and period garden rooms open 1 April to 31 October during museum opening hours

Telephone 020 7739 9893 Fax 020 7729 5647

Recorded Information 020 7739 8543

Web address http://www.geffrye-museum.org.uk

Email bookings@geffrye-museum.org.uk


Getting Here

Geffrye Museum Location Map


Buses 67, 149, 242, 243, 394
Underground Liverpool Street (Bishopsgate exit) then bus 149 or 242.
Old Street (exit 2) then bus 243 or 15 minutes walk
British Rail Liverpool Street or Dalston Kingsland
Parking Very limited meter places available in neighbouring streets. Parking for disabled visitors is available in front of the museum