Pickford's House Museum in Derby

Reviews

1. Emily Kerrison ★★★★★

   A wonderful Museum that allows you to step inside and step back in time. Attended as a school group and the children were in awe of the grand setting and inspired to truly imagine life in the past. We took part in a 'Time Travel Toys' workshop, which was multifaceted and engaging - providing lots of historical information alongside opportunities to build, craft and play that kept children engaged. Staff were very supportive and thoughtful of the varying needs of the class. Thank you!

   almost 9 months ago
2. Kathy ★★★★★

   The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and I was given a helpful overview on arrival. The house is a Grade I listed building and has been beautifully preserved, with original features such as the old bathtub and sink still in place, which adds to its charm. Inside the house, there is also a Dracula exhibition which is very well presented, though I have to admit it gave me quite a scare! The museum is for free!

   almost 11 months ago
3. Gemma Prangnell ★★★★★

   Absolutely brilliant museum, a short walk from the town centre. Interesting exhibitions including toy theatres and dracula. Set over 4 floors, with no lift but plenty of seating for a rest on each floor.

   1 year ago

1. Sarah Suggitt ★★★★☆

   Lovely museum house/home including The Dracula returns to Derby exhibition on now! 4 stars as I'm disabled and the only access to all floors is via stone stair case with good banister! Free entry, large car park at rear, gift shop and garden.

   1 year ago
2. Namie Rye ★★★★★

   Very interesting museum! It's close to the center, free admission and is simply unique compared to a lot of other museums I've been to. Visually impressive displays to see. Nice small garden to relax afterwards.

   1 year ago
3. Thomas Müthing (theviolinproject.de) ★★★★★

   Great small museum in Derby, focusing on middle class life in this house in the 18th and 19th century (Built by an architect, Joseph Pickford. The various rooms have been re-created (people included) to look like they did back then, and they're full of fascinating details. These occupy mainly the ground floor and the basement. On the upper two floors you can find other exhibitions (currently a temporary one on the hip fashion in Britain in the 1960s), including a permanent display of toy theatres people in the 18th and 19th centuries used to play or re-enact plays with. This seems to be the largest such collection in the world today, there are dozens of them about from different countries. Endlessly fascinating! I enjoyed those a lot. When in the basement, which was basically the kitchen wing of the old house, you can also get into the garden and relax for a while. The museum is free (donations welcome), and you can take photos! Nice volunteers that will provide you with extra information. The museum is about a 10-minute walk from Derby Museum and Art Gallery, 15-20 minutes from the city centre. I promise it'll be worth your while.

   almost 3 years ago

1. kevin mills ★★★★★

   This is an excellent and interesting georgian house formaly lived in by architect joseph pickford , which has some joseph wright of derby paintings. . Volunteers friendly and knowledgeable, free to enter too. There is a current exhibition on late 60s men's clothing from Carnaby Street, including elton johns jacket. There is also a lovely display of mini theatres. Highly recommended.

   almost 3 years ago
2. expatmum 2 ★★★★★

   A really pleasant surprise! Lovely welcome by incredibly friendly and enthusiastic volunteer staff. Half-term Halloween activities also organised for kids and a 60s fashion display. We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit (4 year old, mum and grandma!)

   almost 3 years ago
3. Douglas Thompson ★★★★★

   This is everything a small museum should be. Highly recommend the Carnaby street men's fashion exib and the Toy Theatre exhibition on the top floor. History of the house and it's family are of course also rather special.

   almost 4 years ago

1. Gee Bee ★★★★★

   This was a great experience. A friendly guide gave an interesting talk at the beginning of the visit and was happy to answer questions. I particularly liked the shower (photo), which had vertical rows of pipes with holes in them to ensure a good soaking.

   almost 4 years ago

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