Valence House
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Overview
Valence House has been voted as one of the 50 best free things to do in London and one of the best local history museums in Greater London.
Winner of Visit England's Best Told Story award, the 13 museum galleries explore Barking and Dagenham's amazing history from Prehistory to the modern day. Rich in objects, displays include the story of the worlds first all-female bag pipe playing marching band, Barking Abbey, the nationally significant collection of Fanshawe family portraits, and much, much more.
The archive provides unique and fascinating information on the people and places of Barking and Dagenham.
Visitors can also enjoy a homemade meal in the Tulip Tree Tearoom before taking a leisurely stroll around our stunning landscaped gardens.
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Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
London, the UK’s capital, is a metropolis of famous landmarks, unrivalled shopping, world-renowned arts venues, galleries and museums, dining and award-winning theatre. London is steeped in royal history, and visitors can watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, learn about the final days of Anne Boleyn at the Tower of London, or take a leisurely stroll around the capital’s Royal Parks.
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