William West and the Regency Toy Theatre
The Museum’s Chair, Alan Powers, introduces a downloadable exhibition catalogue focusing on the work of toy theatre publisher William West.
Tales from the Toybox
The Lady Mayor visits Pollock’s Toy Museum at Leadenhall Market
The Lady Mayor of London, Dame Susan Langley, visited Pollock’s Toy Museum at Leadenhall Market on Thursday 13 November.
Action Man reports for duty!
Action Man has flown in to Pollock’s Toy Museum, Croydon, on urgent operations. Meet some of the newest arrivals in our collection.
The Meccano Doll’s House
To celebrate London Open House Festival, Tales from the Toybox takes a tour behind the facade of a doll’s house from an unexpected maker, Meccano.
The massive impact of miniature Mexican traditional toys
Open up a box of traditional Mexican toys with museum volunteer Juliana Arce Camiade, and discover the massive impact of miniatures.
Did you work at Barton’s Toy Factory in New Addington?
The museum would love to hear stories from anyone who worked for Barton’s toy factory in New Addington.
The Pearly King and Queen Dolls at UAL London College of Fashion
The Pearly Queen and King dolls were loaned to a British folk costume exhibition in East London in 2024.
Puppets take over Croydon for Croydon Remix
Past event: Puppets of Croydon’s musical superstars join the Carnival of Croydon in March 2024.
Redington’s Rooms to Let
Redington’s Rooms to Let, the ultimate little house for a mouse returns to the Pollock’s Toy Museum shop
A History of A. Barton’s Toy Factory in New Addington, Croydon
An introduction to the Barton’s toy factory in Croydon, which produced an extensive range of miniature furniture for dolls houses and more.