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Welcome to the Food Museum

We're the UK's only museum of food, sharing the story of how food is grown, made and eaten. Explore our 84-acre site and 17 historic buildings, take part in hands-on activities, try delicious food and more

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School Dinners Exhibition

Semolina, sponge pudding and custard, turkey twizzlers… What are your memories of school food? Explore school dinners past, present and future at the Food Museum as memories and tastes of school food are brought to life through our new annual exhibition

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Work begins on the Medieval Barn

Works are underway on our Grade II*-listed barn

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Christmas at the Food Museum

Father Christmas in the Fishing Lodge, A Christmas Carol and Christmas Cooking workshops coming to the museum this festive season

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Plan Your Day

With so much to see and do it’s well worth planning your day in advance! Find out what you can see and what exhibitions are on, plus all the info about opening times and prices.

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Find out what events are on today and in the weeks to come.

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A beautiful place for everyone to enjoy! Definitely will be coming back - year pass makes it really accessible.

Frankie from Colchester

Explore our Extensive Digital Collection

It’s now possible to browse our huge range of items from the comfort of your own home. What will you discover?

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Closure

From 2 January to 19 January, the museum will be closed to the general public, but members are welcome to visit for walks.

Please note: buildings will remain closed during this period.