Gallery access
Linbury Gallery
10am-6pm
Accessible via a lift
Beasts of London
"A crazily enjoyable immersive experience" - The Daily Telegraph
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Exhibition
"A whole succession of creatures provide an engaging way into history" - Evening Standard ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Step into a tour through London’s history, narrated by the animals who once lived here.
Beasts of London explores the fascinating role animals have played in shaping the capital. Be guided through time, from the Roman era through Medieval London and right up to present day, narrated by the beasts themselves. Discover how animals – from lions and elephants, to horses, rats and pigeons – have shaped the city and its beastly history.
Some of these creatures might sound a bit familiar, too: Kate Moss, Brian Blessed, Pam Ferris, Nish Kumar, Stephen Mangan, Angellica Bell and Joe Pasquale voice some of the animals featured in the show.
Inspired by objects in our collection and created in partnership with Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Beasts of London is a fully immersive digital installation using video projection mapping. You'll wa
lk through theatrical sets in which stories will be told through dramatic audio-visual presentations. You'll also discover some objects on display.
Beasts of London is supported by International Fund for Animal Welfare.
Practical information
Ticket prices vary depending on the time and day you select. All slots come with the option of a discounted family ticket.
Your ticket gives you a 30-minute time slot and you can arrive at the entrance to the experience at any point within these 30 minutes.
Once you're there, you will need to wait for a tour to start. Tours begin every seven minutes for 12 people at a time. Only ticket holders for the right time slot will be allowed in.
The whole experience lasts around an hour. Re-entry into the experience is not allowed – for example it's not possible to explore part of the experience, pop out and have lunch, and go in again later. If you need to leave the experience briefly this is fine – just ask the Host at the exhibition entrance know.
If you have any queries or concerns regarding Beasts of London, get in touch at [email protected].
Teachers – want to bring your class to Beasts of London? Find out everything you need to plan your visit.
“An enchanting Museum of London exhibition that children will love, offering an immersive trip through London's history.”
Londonist
“At times emotional, at times gruesome, and always riveting.”
Culture Whisper
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