4.2 ·
Step into The Cartoon Museum for a focused look at British illustrated humour. Browse original artwork from newspaper strips, satirical drawings, and animation spanning centuries, all in about 40 well-curated minutes.
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The Cartoon Museum charts the history of British cartooning, comics, and political satire, displaying original artwork from newspaper strips, satirical illustrations, and animation across several centuries. Reviewers with a specific interest in comics or political cartoons describe it as well curated and genuinely engaging, though its appeal is clearly aimed at that niche audience rather than a general crowd.
A decent rating and moderate scores reflect a solid but specialist museum. At 40 minutes, it's a quick, focused visit worth checking out in advance if the subject matter isn't already of interest.
The Cartoon Museum charts the history of British cartooning, comics, and political satire, displaying original artwork from newspaper strips, satirical illustrations, and animation across several centuries. Reviewers with a specific interest in comics or political cartoons describe it as well curated and genuinely engaging, though its appeal is clearly aimed at that niche audience rather than a general crowd.
A decent rating and moderate scores reflect a solid but specialist museum. At 40 minutes, it's a quick, focused visit worth checking out in advance if the subject matter isn't already of interest.
Duration
40 min
Best time
morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening
Intensity
Easy pace
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Really lovely little gallery - an enjoyable visit. A nice mix of the pioneers from the 1800s and classic political cartoonists from the last 100 years. There was also a second exhibitions featuring classic comics
Lee Waters
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