Coventry Toy Museum

Whitefriars Gate
Much Park Street
Coventry
West Midlands
CV1 2LT

Tel: +44 (0)2476 231 331


Coventry Toy Museum is housed in Whitefriars Gate which was built in 1352 as the postern gate to the Carmelite Friary. The gateway has been put to many uses including as dwelling houses, shops and a gallery.The Museum houses a wonderful collection of toys dating from 1740 to 1952. These toys have been collected by Ron and Sonya Morgan over many years and comprise a wide and interesting assortment.

The collection of toys is growing with each day and will soon be, if not already, one of the finest collections in the country. The Museum is constantly searching for interesting items and will be pleased to receive or purchase old or unusual toys.

 

Opening Times
(2006 times)
Daily 10.30am - 5.30pm.

Admission Charges
(2006 prices)
Free admission.

Directions
Centre of Coventry.
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