British Vintage Wireless and Television Museum
Rear of, 23 Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, Greater London, SE21 8DS
The British Vintage Wireless and Television Museum was established as a private collection by its founder Gerry Wells in 1976. Through its objects, a visitor can track the development of the British radio and television industry, from the pioneering days of the early experimental radio broadcasts, received by enthusiasts, to the establishment of the BBC radio and television services. On display are some of the very rarest radios and television receivers from the pre-war era and many examples of sets that contributed to the expansion of radio and the post-war boom in television. Working objects can play historic broadcasts evocatively recreating a sense of history. Our expert guides will describe the development of the industry through its objects. Social, technical and historical aspects of the medium can be explored. Our tour guides have wide and varied knowledge. Many of our objects have unique stories, either through their previous owners or even more recently appearing in period dramas. The tour although structured will be flexible and try and cater for all the visitors' interests. There will be some new extremely rare acquisitions on public display for the first time. We hope your visit will give you an appreciation of the vast achievement of the pioneers and the industrialists who led to this vast and fast-developing industry that touches all our lives. Refreshments are available and there will be time to informally explore the Museum
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- Tours : 1000, 1200, 1400 & 1600 | Cancelled
Location & directions
Rear of, 23 Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, Greater London, SE21 8DS
- Directions:
- Follow Heritage Open Day signs
- Contact on day:
- Eileen Laffey
- Telephone number:
- +442086703667
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Access via green gate to the left of 23 Rosendale Rd. You will be met 5 mins prior to tour time. Nearest public transport: West Dulwich Train (WDU) about 10-15 mins walk - West Norwood Train (WNW) about 15 mins walk - Bus Route 322 (Crystal Palace to Clapham Common - Bus Route 3 (Whitehall to Crystal Palace via Brixton Victoria Line tube)
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 12
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
