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Ilkley Toy Museum

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Collection of dolls, toys & games dating as far back as 350 BC, plus a 1940s model fairground. People often mention toys, museum,


Address

2 Whitton Croft Rd, Ilkley LS29 9HR, United Kingdom

Website

www.ilkleytoymuseum.co.uk

Contact

+44 1943 603855

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (42 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 12 to 4 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 4 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed

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  • 5/5 K. P. 2 years ago on Google
    This was a fascinating museum to visit with my friend, where we entered past a large policeman doll and were welcomed by a very friendly staff member for a price of only £3.50! Downstairs has many interesting toys on show, including houses, mini railways and amusement areas, the latter of which featured a replica fairground that was activatable via a token that the staff member gave us. The fairground was amusing and finding our way upstairs was easy via the signs, accompanied by frames along the way that displayed numerous toys. In the area, we enjoyed looking at the board games, film memorabilia, toy animals and bears - the last one really felt nostalgic since I remembered seeing these as a little kid here!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stanley S. 2 years ago on Google
    A MUST PLACE TO VISIT for an hour ither with children or NOT, brought back a lot of good memories,quite a few vintage dolls houses from Germany from the 1820, LOOK FOR THE SMALL TEDDY BEAR he's on the second floor in the dolls section, HE HAS A VERRY Sad written true story, about a boy I'm not going to say any more as not to spoil it, there's some toys that I don't rember enjoy the visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elisa B. 5 years ago on Google
    Cute little museum. Friendly staff. Two floors. Nics collection.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karina B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely exposition, lovely staff. This museum is brilliant for all family, even you haven't kids, it's very interesting to know about history of toys.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Slingers 4 years ago on Google
    Firstly IT'S CASH ONLY and its not a free museum. The kids can do a quiz as they go round and they're lots of interesting facts about toys. There's also a colouring area. There were toys from Barbies to James Bond to childhood games, teddies and dolls! Definitely worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cornelius Wulpus W. 3 years ago on Google
    Haven’t been in about a decade since I was a kid, but if nothings changed it should still make for a nice day out. The staff were friendly and accommodating plus there’s alot to see. Must admit its probably best (obviously) for quite young kids. From what I remember there’s also some interactive displays which kept me occupied for far too long as a child.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alyssa L. 10 months ago on Google
    Definitely worth visiting! Nice place with variety of exquisite collections, including dolls house, board games, mechanical toys and others. There are historical descriptions of their toy collections, which age more than 100 years. Really interesting and fascinating!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julie W. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved it! We didn't have children with us, but could still appreciate this lovingly created museum for the nostalgia & memories it brought back. The dolls' houses are amazing - some old & rare. This is privately run - thank goodness for people like this who share their passions. Not a rip-off entry fee, either.

  • 5/5 Charlotte W. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved this! Very nostalgic and informative museum. The quiz sheets kept the kids entertained too!

  • 5/5 Julie H. 6 years ago on Google
    What a fascinating place! While it's small, there's a lot packed into the three rooms, and the information given about the toys is presented in a really interesting way. You're also given a quiz sheet to fill in as you go round (different ones depending on whether you're a little or big kid!) which adds to the fun. The top floor isn't wheelchair accessible because of the nature of the building, but entrance is free to wheelchair users. A real hidden gem, and well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Alex R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to spend an hour looking at vintage toys and dolls houses.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth F. 6 months ago on Google
    Excellent. Activities to entertain children

  • 4/5 Patricia B. 4 months ago on Google
    Took the granddaughter it was really good to see all the toys. The very sad bear is a bear that has a sad but beautiful story


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom

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