Ragged School Museum in London: photos, reviews

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Housed in a former Victorian school, the Ragged School Museum in London offers a fascinating journey back in time. With a solid 4.5-star rating, it's a hit among visitors of all ages. The museum features a meticulously recreated classroom where interactive activities bring history to life, making learning an engaging experience for children. Facilities are family-friendly, including essential amenities like toilets, ensuring a comfortable visit. Whether you're curious about the past or seeking an educational outing, this museum provides a unique glimpse into Victorian education.

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Suitable for children, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

4.5

based on 408 reviews

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4.5/5 341 review

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4.3/5 67 reviews

Philip Jones

Charming museum which tells the desperately sad story of the extreme poverty and conditions most children in the East End lived in Victorian times. Both my nans lived within a quarter of a mile of the school so I know the area well it's hard to reconcile the "third world" conditions of then with the gentrification of the now. You will still be able to draw parallels with how poor people are treated now in the UK when you read the information boards and that made me sad. Give yourself about an hour to go around, and if you want to avoid crowds (specifically children) get there bang on opening time...I had the whole place to myself, mercifully!

Jeff Downham

My wife and I just visited The Ragged School Museum and it was absolutely brilliant, very interesting and atmospheric in a beautiful Victorian building. Well worth a visit 👍👍👍👍

Sadek Miah

A hidden gem that deserves a lot more exposure as it highlights just how tragic life was for Victorian parents who couldn't afford education for their children, and how the concept of Ragged School sought to correct this gap for the thousands of impoverished kids living in London. There's an entire classroom that gives you an idea of how basic the day to day learning was and it's actually used even now to give kids today an idea of just how simple the classrooms back then really were. There's also a room above the classroom that paints a picture of what extreme poverty looked like in Victorian London and it makes for a sombre experience. Definitely a museum that's under the radar but one that you should check out to learn just how tragically difficult it was for Victorian children to have an education - a tool that by right should be universal for all, no matter who you are or where you're from.

What is the address of Ragged School Museum?
Ragged School Museum is located at 46-50 Copperfield Rd, E3 4RR, London, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Harford Street (Stop T) (281 m walk)
- Bus stop St Dunstan's Mews, White Horse Road, E1 0EN (378 m walk)
- Bus stop Eric Street (Stop MN) (417 m walk)
How is Ragged School Museum rated by visitors?
Ragged School Museum has an average rating of 4.5 based on 408 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
Is the venue suitable for children and families?
Yes, the attraction is family-friendly and offers activities suitable for all ages.

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