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The museum will be closed between 8 to 15 September as we prepare for our new exhibition. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

Free to visit

Open for Museum Lates every third Thursday of the month, until 8pm (last entry 7.30pm, booking recommended). Closed Bank Holidays and weekends.

Coming Soon: Building the Bank – 100 years on’

This upcoming free exhibition will explore the creation of the Bank of England’s iconic Threadneedle Street building

Explore the collection

Find out about the story of the Bank of England and the history of banknotes

What's on at the museum

Learn about money, the economy, and the history of the Bank of England

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Plan your visit as a family, and learn about our activities for families

Schools

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This page was last updated 05 September 2025