Bank of England Base

Bank of England Museum    

www.bankofengland.co.uk
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The Bank of England Museum has a unique selection of displays and exhibits, covering our role in maintaining monetary and financial stability through to our banknote gallery and gold vaults. …
The Bank of England Museum has a unique selection of displays and exhibits, covering our role in maintaining monetary and financial stability through to our banknote gallery and gold vaults. Discover the history of the Bank, its buildings, and the people who have shaped it over more than 300 years.

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Dec 17, 2024
This may not be for everyone but it’s free and on a rainy stormy day in London… Is your smart phone and QR codes for the best information but it gives an opportunity to see in this building and lea… Full review by SJC94
Nov 14, 2024
Great experience with some interesting things but I really think that the museum could have cut out all the crypto stuff and their “modern money” stuff. It is made in the original style as it was wi… Full review by James P
Oct 30, 2024
Interesting museum tracing the history the Bank of England and it's role, bank note production and looking at what the future might hold as the use of cash diminishes. Full review by John F
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The Bank of England Museum is located within the Bank of England in the City of London. Its entrance is in Bartholomew Lane, off Threadn…
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The museum tells the story of the Bank of England, from its origins in 1694, as a national bank to fund the war with France, to the prese…
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Since its establishment in 1694 as the central bank of England, the role of the institution famously known as the "Old Lady of Threadn…
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This museum is housed within the Bank of England, in the heart of London. It traces the history of the Bank, also known as the "Old La…
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Facts

Established:1988
Located:City of London, London, EC2R
Type:Bank of England Museum

Questions & answers

Q:
can I exchange for the old pound sterling for the new ones?
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Not at the museum but you can at the actual Bank of England.
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Answer by Tom H · May 7, 2023
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Did you have to queue to get in? If so what time of day did you go? Thanks
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About 2pm. No queue
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How much was the ticket to get in?
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It’s free
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How long does it take to go round?
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Give yourself an hour to read everything, take part in the interactive displays and go back to see things that really interest you. There is a display to lift up a solid gold bar with one …
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Give yourself an hour to read everything, take part in the interactive displays and go back to see things that really interest you. There is a display to lift up a solid gold bar with one hand, which is fun, but I arrived just after a party of college kids so it took a while of waiting in line to get to it. Entry is free and the displays are well laid out; there is airport style security with Xray machines on entry, so don't bring any bulky bags - the security process can be slow if you are behind a large party. It is also worth going into the actual banking hall next door to see the magnificent room.
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Mulberry trees
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Good for silkworms Not so good for tourists
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Frequently asked questions

Q:
When did banknotes featuring the portrait of King Charles III enter circulation?
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We began issuing banknotes featuring the King's portrait on 5 June 2024. Although the King’s portrait appears on all four denominations of our polymer banknotes (£5...
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