# Powell-Cotton Museum, Birchington — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Set within Quex Park's historic grounds, this family-friendly museum welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing rooms and affordable mobility aid hire.

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Museum

# Powell-Cotton Museum

Quex Park

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1479237439246923218&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Quex House & Gardens, home of the Powell-Cotton Museum](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117824983402884761871)

**In short:** Powell-Cotton Museum is a museum in Birchington, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 663 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Powell-Cotton Museum

Set within Quex Park's historic grounds, this family-friendly museum welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing rooms and affordable mobility aid hire.

## What's nearby

- Manor House Kindergarten and Forest School next door
- Quex Secret Garden next door
- The Jungle @ Quex Park 200m away
- Quex Adventure Farm Park 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

### Payment

- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** Closed

**Thursday** Closed

**Friday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Saturday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Douglas](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116101609900082069040/reviews) ★★★★★

First visit. Took a look at the house which was fairly interesting as a guided tour. The museum is packed which is why most of our time was spent in there. We took a picnic and enjoyed that in the lovely peaceful, calm grounds. Enjoyable first visit

· via Google

[Heather Gendek](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102062612596436554460/reviews) ★★★★★

What a find! A very interesting and beautifully presented museum and seperate country house, Quex House. We encountered a wonderful member of staff called Fenje. She's very knowledgeable and informative about the museum and the house, as she was also our House Tour Guide. The on site cafe, Felicity's is also excellent. Indoor and outdoor seating with wonderful, delicious homemade food. There is also Quex gardens but we did not have time to visit them. The entry to the whole site is a little confusing, as to where to park for each area. Brown road signage points to Quex Gardens but this also leads to the Cotton-Powell Museum and Felicity's Cafe.

· via Google

[Eirini Karaog](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109763274013285352107/reviews) ★★★★★

The Powell-Cotton museum and the family mansion next to it are definitely worth a visit! The museum has provision for young children with sensory needs and even provides an opportunity for a hands-on experience, named as "Handling collection". It hosts more than 200 animals and other items from the founder's expeditions in Asia and Africa. The house also hosts interesting exhibits, along with spectacular furniture and tapestries, amongst which an authentic Napoleon's drawing and his hair (!) Our guide, Margaret, was knowledgeable and very friendly, making the visit even more pleasant. We finished our visit at the mini-golf garden, close by but we'll definitely be back, as there's so much more to do and see. Great family day out, recommended!

· via Google

[Natalie](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111058962435562831174/reviews) ★★★★★

Beautiful museum, well cared for. Stunning collection. Didn't give five stars as would love to see more gardens like 20 years ago . Especially the walled secret garden. Trees Stunning, it's a big area.

· via Google

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Visitors say this museum offers interesting exhibits, including taxidermy animals, and a well-presented country house with informative guided tours. They also highlight the lovely, peaceful gardens and the delicious homemade food available at the on-site cafe.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex Park, Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington, CT7 0BH [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.3668395%2C1.3146383)

**Category** Museums & Galleries

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (663 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 4+

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Birchington

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★ 4.6 (663 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://powell-cottonmuseum.org?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01843842168](tel:01843842168)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Birchington

**Postcode** CT7 0BH

**Payment** Contactless

**Plus Code** 9F339887+PV

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Powell-Cotton Museum?

Powell-Cotton Museum is open Mon–Thu closed; Fri–Sun 11am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Powell-Cotton Museum any good?

Powell-Cotton Museum is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 663 Google reviews.

### Is Powell-Cotton Museum good for children?

Yes, Powell-Cotton Museum is listed as good for children.

### Is Powell-Cotton Museum indoors or outdoors?

Powell-Cotton Museum has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Powell-Cotton Museum suitable for?

Powell-Cotton Museum is best for ages 4+.

### Is Powell-Cotton Museum wheelchair accessible?

Powell-Cotton Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Powell-Cotton Museum?

Yes: free car park.

### How do I contact Powell-Cotton Museum?

Call Powell-Cotton Museum on +44 1843 842168.

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