The Clink Museum

The Clink Prison Museum

www.clink.co.uk
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(1.9K) · History museum in London, United Kingdom
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This museum is built on the original site of the medieval prison. The kids will love the hands on educational experience; you are able to handle original …

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Feb 25, 2025
Took a family trip out with young kids (7,4 and 3) and we all found it extremely interesting and fun for all experience. There was activities for the kids to do all the way through (especially the f…Full review by Jayson L
Feb 25, 2025
Fantastic place to visit. Lots of history and great fun. Lovely and friendly staff. Highly recommended. Easy to get to and lots to see.Full review by Maria B
Feb 23, 2025
Been past here many times and as it was raining and entrance was a mere £8 thought why not give it a go. It was actually fun. The guy at the front desk was engaging and entertaining. To get the m…Full review by S8256FMjamesm
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Built in 1144, it is one of the oldest prisons in the world that is still in pristine condition. The Clink prison now turned into a museum that al…
cityseeker.com
The Clink was a notorious prison in Southwark, England which functioned from the 12th century until 1780 either deriving its name from, or be…
touristlink.com

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Can I take photos in the clink museum
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Yes
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Kun je je bagage ergens in een kluis doen? En hoe lang ben je ongeveer bezig?
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Ik weet het niet - het is een kleine plaats, dus vermoed van niet.
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Answer by Jon D · May 5, 2023
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Hello can anyone tell me how to access the free photo? I can’t seem to find a link anywhere on the website? Thanks.
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Image . Biz / clink and image pin
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Hi! I have a four-year-old, and I’m wondering if this museum would scare her. We are very interested in visiting, but just …
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Hi! I have a four-year-old, and I’m wondering if this museum would scare her. We are very interested in visiting, but just need to know how age appropriate it is. Thanks!
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I wouldn’t take a 4 year old there are heads on spikes.... I don’t like these at all...and torture equipment. I think a10 year old would love it , especially if they have seen horrible histories
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How accessible is the museum? I understand it's not wheelchair accessible, but are there many stairs and if so, are they …
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How accessible is the museum? I understand it's not wheelchair accessible, but are there many stairs and if so, are they relatively flat / even / have handrails?
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It is an old prison building so it doesn't have modern conveniences like hand rails. Some of the floors do slope and have a cobbled effect. The steps are small so not ideal if …
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It is an old prison building so it doesn't have modern conveniences like hand rails. Some of the floors do slope and have a cobbled effect. The steps are small so not ideal if you are unsteady on your feet.
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