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Postal Museum + Mail Rail

Paid; ticket includes one ride on Mail Rail (the miniature underground postal train) + a year's museum access. Sorted! play area for under-8s. Book online for a small discount.

Where
Clerkenwell WC1
Format
One-off
Time
2–4 hrs
Cost
££
Solo or group
Pairs/small
Rain or shine
Indoor (rain-proof)
How to get involved
  1. 01Book ahead

    Grab a ticket from the website — these sell out.

  2. 02Turn up and enjoy

    Nothing to prepare; it's a one-off experience.

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