I visited this museum to see the Brick Dinos exhibit. I was underwhelmed. There were only two full-size Lego brick sculptures of dinosaurs and two additional full-size sculptures of Mesozoic reptiles. There were quite a few miniature models, but they did not have the same impact. I have visited other exhibits of Lego brick sculpture and they had far more to see.

The free parts are the taxidermy animals, world exhibition which is different tribal outfits and artifacts from around the world and a musical instrument area where there were lots of different instruments on display and a room with 5/6 instrument kids can play. Outside you can walk around the small area which have some animals which is nice. Gardens were closed. The Lego Dinosaurs, aquarium and Elmer you pay for. We went to the Lego dinosaurs it had x3 larger dinosaurs and lots of small ones great for kids lots of Lego tables, sand pit dressing up. Food, so it was £6.95 for a small chicken sandwich to me ridiculous. It cost 5 for X2 biscuits so I would of taken a lunch with me. It was rammed which is understandable we went on bank holidays. One lift for about 50 pushchairs! It's a hot spot for familys. We parked in a side road across from the museum. Or you can park in the car park behind Sainsbury's close by. I was a little underwhelmed really. I wouldn't rush back. The free exhibits my son (4) just didn't enjoy. But the Lego dinos was good although more of a stay and play.

I was expecting something else. The exhibits needed better descriptions. The stuffed animals looked tired. The instruments room is impressive. The cultural room felt a bit of a crammed mess. Focus here is on evolution. The gardens are fine. We didn’t spend anything so it was a reasonable day out. The alpacas are excellent.

Excellent way to spend a few hours. Museum has a large collection of displays covering anthropology, natural history and musical instruments. Entry is free unless you want to see the acquarium and/or butterfly House. The gardens are also worth exploring. Great views of London. @MyBucketListAt60

I have fond memories of visiting the museum on school trips in primary school and now my daughter is 5 I felt she was at the right age to appreciate it too. She had a great time and was fascinated by what was displayed. We had paid in advance to visit the butterfly garden but it was out of action due to issues with the heaters so we bought tickets for the aquarium instead and she also loved this. We had lunch at the cafe which was busy but the staff were so lovely and hardworking. I stupidly forgot to wait for my tea and had already sat down but a lovely young lady who was bringing out the food orders kindly retrieved it for me. Next time we visit I’ll take a packed lunch to enjoy outdoors in the lovely gardens. The view from the bandstand was also fabulous.