The National Archives Free

Richmond

Location

The National Archives

Address
Ruskin Avenue
Kew
TW9 4DU
Telephone:
+44 (0)20 8876 3444
Email
[email protected]
Public transport:
Kew Gardens - signposted from station. Kew Bridge: cross over Kew Bridge and follow main road to left along Kew Road and Mortlake Road. Pass under railway bridge and turn next left into Ruskin Avenue.

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About

Explore the dark vaults of history at the National Archives. Take a behind the scenes tour at the National Archives and learn more about how documents are selected to be opened to the public, handle records yourself, see the work that goes into conserving valuable documents and visit our repositories not normally open to the public. Tours take place on Saturdays at 100 and 1400 and are free. To book a tour call (020) 8876 3444.

Visitors wishing to access the records must bring a formal document (driving license, or cheque card) bearing your name and signature.

Prices and opening times

Child Ticket Free
Concession Ticket Free
Adult Ticket Free

Opening Times

Tuesday, Thursday: 09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00

Sunday and public holidays: closed

Please check website for the latest opening information. Admission free.