Valence House Museum
Museum in Barking and Dagenham
Address: Becontree Ave, Dagenham RM8 3HT, United Kingdom
Phone: 442082272034
Region: Barking and Dagenham
Nearest station: Chadwell Heath (0.7 miles)
Rated: 4.6/5 on Google.
Opening Times
Monday: | Closed |
Tuesday: | 10 AM–4 PM |
Wednesday: | 10 AM–4 PM |
Thursday: | 10 AM–4 PM |
Friday: | 10 AM–4 PM |
Saturday: | 10 AM–4 PM |
Sunday: | Closed |
About Valence House Museum
- 🏰 Valence House Museum is a small manor house museum with a beautiful garden and tea room. They even had a summer market on the day of the visit, which added to the experience.
- 👍 The museum is well-arranged and tidy, providing an interesting glimpse into local history. It covers topics like footballers, Gandhi, early settlers, monarchy, and the rise and fall of abbots during King Henry VIII’s time.
- 💡 The maps displaying settlements and roads were particularly useful for exploring the area. There were also recordings of workers in the region that added depth to the exhibits.
- 😄 Visitors had a great time walking through this beautiful building that showcases various periods throughout history. From owners in the 1920s to cultural diversity in modern times and even highlighting Ford Motor Company’s impact on Dagenham’s community.
- 👨👩👧👦 The staff at Valence House Museum were praised for their courteous and considerate service throughout visitors’ experiences. They also mentioned there are events held regularly; so it’s worth picking up an event pamphlet.
Options: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible lift, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Restaurant, Toilets, Good for kids
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