Museum Of Brands
Museum Of Brands
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Just around the corner from the world-famous Portobello Road Market stands a unique, Aladdin's cave of retro design and memories - the only museum of its kind in the whole world. Imagine walking through a corridor full from floor to ceiling with the treats that the British have filled their shopping baskets with for the last 200 years. Every corner you turn in the Time Tunnel leads you into a different decade. Discover what has made shoppers tick for the last 200 years and surround yourself in the classic designs, vintage adverts and retro stylings that fill our museum. The Museum is available to hire for evening events and there's a fabulous conference room for daytime events! So whether you visit to awaken childhood memories or to inspire your own designs, we welcome you to the Museum of Brands. Please see our website for the latest information on exhibitions and activities.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighbourhood: Notting Hill
As West London's friskiest corner, Notting Hill more than manages to retain plenty of the same appeal that's brought the affluent area so much worldwide attention. In this attractive cobblestoned neighbourhood, a delectable variety of eateries, independent shops, galleries and street vendors offer a delightful window into how to live the good life in London, with each presenting visitors with an experience that's a little more idiosyncratic and endearing than the last. Travelers looking to forage for antiques should be sure to visit the Portobello Road Market on Saturdays, the largest antiques market in the United Kingdom.
How to get there
  • Ladbroke Grove • 2 min walk
  • Latimer Road • 8 min walk
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  • Jenny C
    Mumbles, United Kingdom6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic
    What a brilliant collection across the decades. Great for couples or families and great value for money. You can whizz around in an hour if you are short of time, or spend 2+ hours exploring every display in detail. Some interesting facts about the early years and an amazing collection of memorabilia for all ages. I never knew you could get Lobster soup in a tin at one time!
    Thanks for the great review, it's great to hear you learned something new!
    Written 22 November 2023
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    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 9 October 2023
  • Belinda H
    New York City, New York787 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fascinating museum
    Came to this museum with little expectations and was really blown away. They show you how consumer culture started from the Victorian era to today. It talks about how historical events have influenced/created products, which was fascinating. You’re also able to see how common household brands have evolved over time. Very informative and highly recommend this as a visit! There’s even a nice little cafe at the end.
    Thanks for the recommendation, it's great to hear we exceeded your expectations.
    Written 22 November 2023
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    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 29 October 2023
  • smithla71
    Telford, United Kingdom52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic Aladdins Cave
    Ive been wanting to visit this museum for some time, but it havent been able to until a recent visit. I was expecting a trip down memory lane with a little brand nostalgia. It was far far better than I had expected. I loved every minute of it. Its a fantastic place to visit and something for everyone. It would be nice if the gift shop had got some reproduced items for sale, but do understand the manufacturing cost maybe more than a shopper may want to pay
    Thanks for the wonderful review, it's so nice to hear that we surpassed your expectations. We appreciate the feedback about the gift shop, this definitely something we are trying to introduce in future.
    Written 20 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 9 December 2023
  • SKB627
    Illinois322 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Yes!
    I so enjoyed my visit to the Museum of Brands. I wasn't expecting to like it so much, but I was absolutely fascinated by it. It's kind of sensory overload and you maybe need to be a certain kind of person to be into it, but I really liked it. Well worth the £10 or whatever!
    Thanks for the great review, it's so lovely to hear such great feedback. We would love to welcome you back again one day.
    Written 20 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 11 December 2023
  • Sahloff79
    Peterborough, United Kingdom651 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brand-tastic!
    A fascinating trip down memory lane. Who knew that looking at old drinks cans, wrappers and packets could evoke so many memories! The time tunnel was great ranging from Victorian to the present day - you tend to linger more on the decade you grew up in I suppose. 80s child! I found the exhibition space most interesting with the UK’s top 100 brands section and a focus on the changing packaging of particular products - Matey bubble bath and harpic! Spent a few hours here - only slight issue was the sheer amount of things to look at was quite overwhelming and I needed a good lie down afterwards!
    Thanks for the review, it's great to hear you enjoyed our exhibition space as well as the main collection. We would love to welcome you back again one day.
    Written 21 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 11 December 2023
  • Lesley B
    Watford, United Kingdom37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    great place
    lovely little museum, really interesting. Showcasing brands from the 1800's to present day. Really takes you back. There were regular shouts of 'ooh, look at that' and 'do you remember them?' well worth a visit. Well away from the usual hustle and bustle of museum land not far from Notting Hill.
    Thanks for the great review, we love to hear our visitors reminiscing and sharing their past, it's what we're all about.
    Written 21 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 16 December 2023
  • Amy Brewer
    London, United Kingdom26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hidden gem of West London
    The timeline layout of the museum was a joy to follow. Such a huge collection of many different brands ranging from food packaging, toys, music and events in british history. If you are a designer/creative/product designer then you really do need to visit. It's amazing to see how some of the countries most iconic brands have changed over time. Visited during the week so this added to the experience as you weren't rushed around. Nice little cafe and gift shop at the entrance/exit too. Please visit and support this space.
    Thanks for the great recommendation, I'm glad you enjoyed your visit. We would love to welcome you back any time.
    Written 26 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 20 January 2024
  • John H
    Tula de Allende, Mexico35 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Best Little Museum Around
    This fun and quirky museum is like no other in Britain. It began as a private collection but has grown into a thoughtful look at how we live through the objects we buy. It's like stepping into a time capsule to see household goods from everyday life repackaged over the years to keep a brand fresh and sought-after. Toys, vinyl records, food and drink all feature. Treat yourself!
    Thanks for the fantastic recommendation, I'm so glad you enjoyed your visit. Please do come back any time.
    Written 26 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 22 January 2024
  • Crazy_Jim_83
    London, United Kingdom1,582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun
    Really enjoyed this museum. One of the best in London. Loved how it is chronologically arranged and the older decades in particular were fascinating to see and read about. We spent two hours going round as there’s just so much to see if you take your time. Cost £10 per adult ticket and it’s a bargain.
    Thanks for the great review, we're so happy you enjoyed your visit. We'd love to welcome you back anytime
    Written 23 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 4 February 2024
  • benabbyg
    Anglesey, United Kingdom60 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You must visit here!
    What an incredible place! Spent a few days in London, and a true highlight was the Museum of Brands! So many memories! Icing on the cake was meeting the founder Robert Opie during the walk around. What an incredible person to have such vision and passion to have created such a wonderful collection. We will be back! And will 100% recommend a visit to friends & family….plus great little gift shop, cafe & garden.
    Thanks for the great review, and very happy to hear your enjoyed meeting our founder. We would love to welcome you again any time!
    Written 23 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 20 February 2024
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Elaineh876
Epping, UK30 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Cold, dark, expensive and overcrowded with similar or repeat items. I had heard about this museum but hadn’t realised how poor and limited it was. There were too many exhibits, often repeated - note the recurrence of cereal boxes. Parts of the museum were stacked with grubby unpacked boxes, it was poorly lit and totally devoid of heating on a chilly January day. Consider these failings and then note the admission price. I cannot recommend this place or contemplate a return visit.
Written 31 January 2020
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Hi Elaine, Thank you for taking the time to write a review about the Museum. I'm so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience. We have been experiencing issues with a water leak that has severely affected the collection, this had meant that many boxes were being moved around to ensure that historic objects did not get damaged. This water leak has also affected our heating system. I'm so sorry that this disrupted your visit and if you would like to come and visit us again please do feel free to get in touch with me via email - liam@museumofbrands.com. Our collection features more than 12,000 original everyday objects from the Victorian era right up to the present day. It It is the only collection of its kind in the world. Naturally there are repetitions with this type of collection, however this makes us the only place where visitors can physically trace the evolution of specific brands and packaging types through different decades (such as cereal boxes and chocolate bars). Kind regards, Liam Montgomery
Written 3 February 2020
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Sunman239
Storrington, UK124 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
I finally got around to visiting this museum, and had mixed feelings about it. i had expected to see a comprehensive display depicting, demonstrating and explaining the evolution of brands. Some parts of the museum have little to do with branding......there are numerous displays of old children's toys and games, many of which are not branded. A large showcase of old radios by the cafe would be more interesting if one could see more detail (with better lighting and lower shelving) and understand the evolution from old valve radios through to "trannies" which were so important to teenagers in the 60s. No mention anywhere of radio advertising, which had to be clandestine through Radio Luxembourg, Caroline and London, before the government permitted commercial radio belatedly in the 70s. Video loops of early tv commercials from 1955 and beyond would also add atmosphere.

The main displays are viewed in glass cases through a "time tunnel" commencing in the late 19th century and evolving sequentially to the present day. This is logical - and along the way are product samples, store displays, posters and other artifacts depicting well loved brands, and also the huge number of formerly popular brands which now no longer exist. The older you are, the more it will stir your memories!

All in all, a pleasant and interesting small museum with a nice café at the back, and small garden. You'll need an hour, or up to 2 hours depending on how it grabs you. Brands make an interesting subject, and are part of our social heritage. There's plenty of scope to improve the experience further.
Written 5 March 2020
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Pds1
Birmingham, UK429 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Couples
We saw this advertised on a tv show and were really glad we booked tickets.
On arrival the girl behind the desk was happy and friendly. The museum was much bigger inside that we expected and we spent about 1 hour 45 minutes here. We could have spent longer if we had been to the cafe too but we had made other plans for lunch. The whole layout is very well done and brought back so many memories. More staff if the shop were again fantastic. Very recommended.
Written 8 August 2021
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Susan K
92 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
This is an amazing museum. It's only small, but it is well laid out and full of exhibits that triggered for me so many memories. It's a timeline of toys, food and household goods and technology through the years. Museum is 5-10 minutes walk from Ladbroke Grove tube, and it well worth a visit. I did the quiz on the website and received a discount code for 2 for 1 entry.
Written 23 January 2020
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Annabel S
yorkshire7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2020
We are so glad we visited the Museum of Brands. There is something for people of all ages, and it's a fascinating trip through history. We loved the 70's and 80's brands, but my mum would have loved the 40's and 50's section. Our kids have visited and they loved all the artefacts from the early noughties. Without knowing who he was, I got talking to the owner of this collection (Robert Opie) in the cafe at the end of the visit. What a treat to meet someone who has spent his life building up this collection. I promised him I would write a review on Trip Advisor endorsing his museum, but I would have given this attraction 5 stars anyway. This is one of London's gems, and we loved it. Highly recommended for all ages.
Written 11 September 2020
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Thank you for your kind review and 5* rating! I am so glad you enjoyed a nostalgic trip around the Museum and meeting our founder. Robert has been collecting since 1974, and our Museum showcases more than 12,000 objects from his collection. I hope you find time to come back and visit again soon! Kind regards, Liam
Written 15 September 2020
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Ana J
London, UK3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Family
Lovely and interesting museum. We really enjoyed walking around with our kids and telling them stories about the objects in the museum we recognised. And the garden café is a little gem in the middle of west London.
Written 7 July 2021
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Lincoln G
Portsmouth, UK217 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2020 • Couples
The Brand Museum is an excellent museum that holds a massive collection of brands and packaging that has something for everyone. Whether you remember the original name for Kit Kat or used to own a space hopper, the museum shows us the history of all the things we bought and then threw away. A story of consumer culture and the objects we once owned but still remember. Highly recommended. Lovely little secluded garden out back for sitting and eating your lunch too.
Written 5 September 2020
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Thank you for your kind review, you are right - there is something for everyone in our collection! Our Time Tunnel showcases over 200 years of consumer culture through more than 12,000 objects and I am so glad that you enjoyed looking around and highly recommend us. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Liam
Written 15 September 2020
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LORD
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020
Wasn't sure what to expect when I first came across it on Google but all of the positive reviews swayed me into going. They were absolutely spot on went with an older adult who enjoyed reminiscing about the 'good old day's' of brands and products and even as someone who hasn't been around that long (I'm 33) seeing products I remember from the 90s and noughties which even today no longer exist gave me a lovely and warm feeling of nostalgia. The museum is easy to get too (5-10 minutes walk from Ladbroke Grove station) and once inside you are faced with display cabinets stuffed to the brim with old memorabilia. Really worth while to visit (after the lockdown of course) a shame its not advertised well as it should be up there in the top 10 places to visit in London as far as I'm concerned.
Written 30 November 2020
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Natalie
Melbourne, Australia82 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Friends
Located near Notting Hill, London, the Brand Museum is a unique museum that showcases a wide range of historical objects relating to branding, advertising and packaging,

Metro: The nearest metro station is Ladbroke Grove Station, a few minutes' walk from the museum. Ladbroke Park station is served by the Hammersmith & City Line and the Circle Line.
Buses: Several bus routes pass nearby, including routes 7, 23, 52, 70 and 452.
Trains: If you need to travel by train, it is recommended to buy a Railcard on Trainpal . Enter the RC777E at a 20% discount. There are a lot of locals in the UK who don't know about this discount and I super recommend it. If you can't use it, you can privately message or comment on me and share it!

Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 17:00

Nearby attractions:
Portobello Road Market: Not far from the museum is a famous flea market selling a variety of antiques, fashion and food.
Notting Hill: This area is famous for its colourful houses and the film Notting Hill, so stop by.
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Written 3 August 2024
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DevonHjg
Plymouth, UK145 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Solo
Wow! This museum is a wonderful find, hidden away in Notting Hill, even the cab driver who dropped us off said he'd driven past many times in his 37 year career and didn't even know it was there! The entrance is colourful, bright and airy, and the reception staff are likewise, and seem genuinely excited for you to share this nostalgic treat. Entry is less than £10 and you can Gift Aid to help this beautiful place continue jogging memories and colouring dreams. The collection moves from household items and brands in the Victorian era right through to the present day, and elicits many whoops of delight from visitors as they remember something from childhood or marvel at some brands which have hardly changed their packaging. It's a fascinating collection, carefully curated and expertly displayed for maximum impact. The cases are positioned so that you do not know what delights await you around the corner and there are a few chairs dotted about so that you can sit and have a moment of nostalgia. Every case holds something to marvel at and I could have spent hours here looking for all the detail in the grocery, and pharmacy stores. When you are done laughing, giggling and remaniscing there is a lovely cafe area offering snacks and drinks. This also includes a beautiful "secret garden" which could easily be overlooked, but which is well worth a 30 minute's relaxation or so. This museum is quirky informative and fun, and is definitely in my top 3 favourite museums in London. Would throughly recommend a visit.
Written 21 June 2023
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Wow, thanks for this wonderful review. We are working hard to make sure people know about us, so please do tell everyone to drop in for a visit. We would love to welcome you again too.
Written 28 July 2023
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