Postal Museum
Date: Tuesday 5th August 2025
Time: 12:00-15:00
Location: 15-20 Phoenix Place, London WC1X 0DA England
Description:
Step into the world of letters, couriers, and communication at our special event, Letters Through Time! Celebrate the rich history of the postal service and discover how it has connected people across centuries.
Enjoy a full day of activities for all ages, including:
Live Demonstrations: Watch vintage mail-sorting machines and explore historic mailbags, uniforms, and delivery tools.
Hands-On Workshops: Create your own stamps, design postcards, and learn old-fashioned letter writing.
Mini Mail Train Rides: You can ride a scaled version of a historic mail train through our courtyard.
Meet the Mail Carriers: Hear firsthand stories from retired postal workers about delivering mail in all conditions.
Pop-Up Talks: Learn about the Pony Express, airmail pioneers, and the evolution of global postal systems.
Whether you're a history buff, a philatelist, or just curious about how the mail shapes our world, this is a day you won’t want to miss.
Money saved through the BIG DEAL: £20
Skills gained: Historical skills, Empathy and Human connection
Graduate Attributes: Knowledge & Application, Self Development, Social Awareness.
Access infomation: The Postal Museum aims to facilitate a welcoming, engaging and accessible experience for all visitors. To find more infomation, follow this link: https://www.postalmuseum.org/visit-us/accessibility/
Transport is not provided for this activity.
You will be sent all relevant information 2-3 days before the event, if you do not reply to this email by the date stated, your place will go to someone on the waiting list.
If you have any questions, please email: surecactivities@bucks.ac.uk