British Optical Association Museum
Wheelchair accessible
The world's oldest optical museum, featuring an eclectic collection of eye-related artifacts and the history of eye care.

📜 World's oldest optical museum, founded 1901.
🔍 Over 28,000 items on eye care, vision aids, and art.

Why Go

👁️ See Dr. Johnson’s spectacles, Queen Mother’s glasses, anti-henpecking shades.
👻 Learn about museum ghosts and the optometrists’ turtle symbol.
🖼️ Explore art depicting spectacles and optical instruments.
🚶 Personal guided tours by appointment.

Why Avoid

🚫 Appointment required for visit.

Cost

💰 FREE entry.

Hours

🕒 Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm (by appointment).

🅿️ Parking

Free roadside parking nearby.

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible.

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