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The Design Museum is a multifaceted museum, an ever-changing space for the public, industry and education to come together and explore new ideas. …

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Feb 25, 2025
I visited The Tim Burton exhibition at the Design Museum with my family and some friends with children. I must say: it is an absolute must-see for all fans of his unique and imaginative style. The co…Full review by Daniele S
Feb 25, 2025
I enjoyed "The World of Tim Burton" at the Design Museum. The exhibit starts with Tim's childhood and early drawings. Then there is a recreation of Tim Burton's studio. I especially enjoyed seeing…Full review by Robert D
Feb 24, 2025
Went specifically for the Tim Burton experience and was not disappointed. Well set out and a clear route to see drawings and ideas from his childhood before getting into his more well known work. Hi…Full review by SqueakyRat
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The Design Museum was relocated to Kensington prior to being in a banana warehouse near Tower Bridge by River Tham…
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Housed within a truly distinctive and audacious 1960s structure, the former Commonwealth Institute renowned for its striking cascading ro…
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Please note, since the piece below was written, the Design Museum Shop has relocated to Kensington. Time Out editors, Sep 2016.As w…
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Facts

Established:1989
Located:224–238 Kensington High Street, London, W8 6AG
Director:Tim Marlow

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Can I store my brompton foldable bike in the cloakroom?
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There was a place to chain a bike outside and the lockers are very large so could possibly fit a foldable bike in. I think you’ll be fine.
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Is the entry free for adults?
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The free exhibition whilst cleverly, but confusingly arranged, seems to have very little content, compared to other museums in the area. I don’t know what their agenda is, but it’s not …
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The free exhibition whilst cleverly, but confusingly arranged, seems to have very little content, compared to other museums in the area. I don’t know what their agenda is, but it’s not provide a comprehensive chronological history of modern design.
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It doesn't even feel like a museum!
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It’s a very small specialists museum more interesting to people who would remember the exhibits
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So empty and unwelcoming!
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Not sure why you posed this as a question, It's a shame you had this experience, the Ferrari exhibit was so well set-up, and never eat cake at these places it'll always be expensive, rookie …
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Not sure why you posed this as a question, It's a shame you had this experience, the Ferrari exhibit was so well set-up, and never eat cake at these places it'll always be expensive, rookie error by Brian. You're 2 mins walk from the cafe's in the shopping area.
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I felt the same way!
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I think we are all agreed.
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