Vina Cooke Museum of Dolls & Bygone Childhood

The Old Rectory, Great North Road
Cromwell
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG23 6JE

Tel: +44 (0)1636 821 364
Email: info@vinasdolls.co.uk
Web: http://www.vinasdolls.co.uk


The Museum houses a large collection of dolls from the 18th century to the present day in a late 17th century Dower house of considerable interest. The collection includes: toys, prams, dolls' houses, books, games, railway models, christening robes, children's and adults' costumes and various domestic artefacts.

Also on display are Vina Cooke's handmade portrait dolls from Robin Hood to Royalty (past and present), and stars of stage and screen. There are handmade dolls, crafts and gifts for sale and a Dolls' Hospital.

There is a spacious Tearoom and a picnic area in the picturesque old-fashioned garden, ample free car and coach parking. A special event takes place annually on Easter Monday, an extravaganza with a craft fair, Morris and Clog dancing etc.

 

Opening Times
(2007 times)
March to October:
10.30am - 4.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.
Wednesday & Friday by appointment.

November to February:
Open but times vary, please ring in advance.
Groups welcome any time day or evening by appointment.

Admission Charges
(2007 prices)
Adult £3.00; Child £1.50; Senior Citizens £2.50.

Directions
Show map of Vina Cooke Museum of Dolls & Bygone Childhood...

Nearby Attractions
Millgate Museum (5 Miles)*
The Museum has fun educational activities for children and fascinating exhibitions including streets, shops and rooms in period settings.
Doddington Hall and Gardens (8 Miles)*
Doddington Hall stands today exactly as it was built with its walled gardens, gatehouse and family church.
Museum of Lincolnshire Life (12 Miles)*
The Museum of Lincolnshire Life is the largest and most exciting Social History Museum in the County. It occupies a listed barracks, built in 1857 for the Royal North Lincoln Militia.
more nearby attractions...
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

Nearby Hotels
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Newark North Muskham (2 Miles)*
Located on the A1 southbound, approximately 3 miles north of Newark, the Travelodge at North Muskham provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Nottinghamshire countryside.
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Lincoln Thorpe on the Hill (9 Miles)*
The Travelodge is located on the A46 services area at Thorpe on the Hill, 5 miles South West of Lincoln.
Holiday Inn Lincoln (12 Miles)*
Located on the vibrant Brayford Waterfront in the centre of the city of Lincoln, you will find all you need at the Holiday Inn Lincoln - superb facilities combined with first class service.
more nearby hotels...
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

Nearby Self Catering
Acorn Lodge (7 Miles)*
Acorn Lodge, one of Thorpe Park Lodges set within the peaceful countryside on the South side of Lincoln at Thorpe on the Hill. Newly built in late 2007 this lodge offers luxury accommodation for up to six people.
Shirehill (7 Miles)*
The holiday let is new for 2008. The accommodation will sleep 2 + 2 small children. The property is English Tourist Board Accredited with 3 stars which a good standard. Shirehill is a Victorian property built in 1826 as a dairy
Danes Cottage (12 Miles)*
"Location Location Location" estate agents say this crucial factor out ways all others in the property game. We say it is key to your stay in Lincoln. Danes Cottage is an Edwardian built town house built around 1837.
Your property could be here
Advertising your self catering property or holiday cottage on AboutBritain.com will get you noticed by thousands of potential guests every day.
more nearby self catering...
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

Popular Pages

Tourist Information Centres | Estate Agents

Holiday Cottages in England | Holiday Cottages in Scotland

Alton Towers Hotels | Blackpool Hotels | Travel Lodge | Cardiff Hotels

Brighton Hotels | Marriot Hotels | Newcastle Hotels | Bournemouth Hotels

 Copyright © 1999-2008 Excelsior Information Systems Limited. All rights reserved.
Press Room  Terms of Use  Privacy  Link to Us  Self-Catering Advertising  Index  Site Map