Museum of Brands

Costs £10 for adults and it’s more than worth the value. Not the largest museum but absolutely packed with interesting displays and good narratives. It is chronologically arranged and I particularly enjoyed the pre 1960s stuff. Very informative, to the point it took us 2 hours to go round. There was an additional exhibition of some popular brands in another room. Also a good cafe and nice garden for the summer. I think this is one of the best small museums in London. I’d suggest British tourists will get the most from it as it can be fairly nostalgic. However, foreign tourists may enjoy if they want to see what everyday items the Brits have become attached to down the years.

This is a great little trip down memory lane. The museum leads you through the ages and finishes up with today's brands. You can see it all in half a day, so it's just the thing to squeeze into an empty morning or afternoon. A simple cafe there will get you a few snacks to eat, but you will want to go elsewhere for a more substantial meal.

Exceeded my expectations - it is not only about household brands but, for example, events such as the Victorian Great Exhibition, Coronations, wars, pop culture, toys and more besides. A small but comprehensive gift shop and pleasant café and paved garden broadens the appeal of the museum. Spent far longer than I expected the exhibits were so interesting, displayed in the main through a time tunnel taking you chronologically from early Victorian times to our age. It was a very enjoyable four hours which was both informative and nostalgic. The staff were uniformly helpful and engaging. Altogether a winning combination and, despite a long journey for us to get there from Sussex, one I would like to repeat.

Small museum but it took us about an hour to actually take our time to look at the vast amount of items. Very interesting display.
Worth a visit.

Cafe, shop and bathrooms present also

A wonderful walk through time of about 2 to 3 hours that encourages exploring brands and advertising from different angles. The walk starts in the Victorian era and goes right through to 2010. There is also a couple of separate rooms with exhibitions that currently include a display of shopping lists, art created by young people and an exploration of brands and social activity.

I think this is an incredibly detailed and clearly loved collection of products. There is some really interesting and eye opening history along the way. It was really interesting to see how society shaped brands and then brands shaped people. It was so interesting to see the transformation from the very floral, painted tins of Victorian times to the loud 90s and 00s!

This is great fun for young and old people. I think younger people will really be entranced by all of the memorabilia and being able to see what their grandparents and parents played with, how they shopped and what their shopping looked like. The inner child in me was delighted to stand in the 80s, 90s and 00s surrounded by sounds from my childhood and magazines I read as a teen.

Go. Be swaddled in the past and spoil your eyes for a few hours!

I loved it!!! I used to be a graphic designer, so seeing the progression of some of the well known brands is amazing, and some that haven't changed at all! Back in the 80's I went on a college trip to see 'The Pack Age' when it was in Gloucester, now it's moved nearer home I will definitely be back for another trip! Brought my 2 young daughters and her boyfriend, didn't know if they would like it? They enjoyed it too! And the shop is fab!

Fascinating to look back. So much to see! I was very interested by the Ww1 objects. Cigarette advertising has certainly changed!!!! 😅

Absolutely loved this place!

A step back in time to see how brands have changed over the years.

Makes you feel a little old when you’re looking at some products from your decade and noticing the change.

Very reasonable entry charge at £9.00. Staff were super friendly and helpful at the desk. The little cafe attached is again, very reasonably priced.

A cute little museum with brands from over 100 years ago. It was a nice history trip, very interesting to see how brands and advertising has evolved over the years.
They have a small gift shop at the entrance, I would like to see some more variety in the products they sell there.
Recommended visit if you are in the area.

Spent 3 hours here browsing the amazing artifacts and reading the display information. The time tunnel brings you back in time on a journey from the Victorian era to now, evoking nostalgia and happy childhood memories. Would highly recommend.

Such a fun and fascinating museum. A definite when visiting near Portobella Road, it's a short walk and you will not regret it. It brings up so many memories.

The Museum of Brands is an absolute gem for anyone interested in the history and evolution of branding and consumer culture. From the moment you step inside, you are transported on a captivating journey through time. The collection of exhibits is truly remarkable, showcasing an extensive range of branded products, packaging, and advertising materials spanning several decades.

One of the standout features of this museum is how it effectively captures the essence of different eras, allowing visitors to experience the nostalgia of bygone days. It's fascinating to witness how brands have adapted and transformed over time, reflecting societal changes and trends. The museum's thoughtful curation creates a dynamic and immersive experience, bringing brands to life in an engaging and educational way.

Additionally, the museum offers a delightful café, where you can relax and reflect on the fascinating insights gained during your visit. The well-stocked gift shop is also a treat for brand enthusiasts, offering a wide range of souvenirs.

Absolutely a gem!! Nostalgic and informative, this walk through time will remind you of ALL the things you forgot about. From the late 1800's to the 1980's the displays and audio will send you back and have you pointing and saying 'oh yeah! I remember those, or my grandma had those'
It has a great little cafe for coffee and a scone, sit and watch a compilation of old TV commercials, then see the other rooms with city tapestries and a vast scotch collection.
Very nice and friendly staff, includes a small gift shop with some really great nostalgic items. Cost is very reasonable. Highly recommend.

We really enjoyed this museum, spent there 2 hours and didn’t even noticed. Really interesting. And also really nice welcome!

Excellent small museum in Notting Hill. Packed with consumer items from the Victorian era onwards. Entry ticket I think was £9. They don't seem to accept Mastercard, only Visa. There is a small café and gift shop. Clean toilets!

Amazing collection!! Has many well known brands.Beautiful garden to relax.

Can’t get enough of this hidden gem, the nostalgic journey has been the best experience of “Time Travel” with continuous history of brands and our evolution to create/change new and sustainable development of brands in the future. Worth a visit and the staffs are lovely, with hand-picked gift shops items that would inspire your creativity and innovations.

Amazing experience visiting this museum, the nostalgia that hits you when seeing some of the collections there is like no other, definitely recommend taking your time to view the collection and to see all the little details.

Very interesting. A place to see the change of society and the evolution of different brands during the time.

I'm a history fanatic, and the Museum of Brands is a must visit! An interesting library of brands. You'd be amazed how brand labels have changed throughout the years.

Whenever you're having a day out in London, please check out this museum. You won't be disappointed.