The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens, Birchington

Heritage and Gardens

Arts, Culture and Entertainment

Museum Opening: Saturday 15^th February – Friday 31^st October 2025

Open Fridays, Weekends, and Bank Holidays 11am – 4pm

Opening times may vary on event days or Bank Holidays, so please check before visiting.

The Powell-Cotton Museum offers an exciting, fun and interactive day out for all. There are incredible natural history displays, featuring animals from the African and Asian continents in world-famous dioramas. There are also fascinating displays of world-culture objects as well as local archaeology.

Ticket price includes a tour of the Grade II listed Quex House (House open for guided tours only; times announced on the day), formerly home to the Powell-Cotton family. The interior of the house is uniquely decorated with ornamental furniture, art and a beautiful library. The Gardens are set in seven acres and feature sweeping lawns, herbaceous borders, exotic trees, a woodland walk, and a historic walled kitchen garden. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens.

The Gift Shop stocks delicious ice cream, cold drinks, and a selection of gifts.

The family-run Felicity's Café, located at the front of the museum, offers delicious breakfasts, afternoon tea and lunch. All their cakes are freshly baked on site. Indoor and outdoor seating available, but pre-booking is advised.