Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a stamp museum? A Stamp Museum is a place where visitors can explore and view a large collection of postage stamps made here in Great Britain. We have over 1,500 postage stamps on display for visitors to see. These stamps tell of a story from the very first stamp, The Penny Black, to the more modern postage stamps featuring early time periods, beautiful artwork, historical event, and even great discoveries of our time.
- What can I see at a stamp museum? We have prepared over 1,500 mint or used stamps that have been in selected for your viewing. Discover how stamps reflect important moments in society, and appreciate the intricate artwork in each and every edition created.
- Where is the stamp museum located in Ipswich? We are located on the first floor, 28 Fore Street, Ipswich IP4 1JL. You can find a more with this link.
- Is there wheelchair access?
Unfortunately, this venue is only accessible by a flight of stairs and is a Grade II listed property which does not make accessible by wheelchair. We hope to find a more suitable venue in the future which will provide greater accessibility to everyone.
- Do I need to book tickets in advance? No, tickets are purchased on arrival.
- Is the museum suitable for all ages? Yes, everyone can enjoy the beauty and spleandor of the miniturized artwork that have been created in every stamp. This is an event worth visiting by the whole family.
- How long does a typical visit take? It all depends on the individual viewing how much time they wish to take in view and experience the many stamps that are on display. This can be anywhere from a couple of minutes to hours at the person's discretion.
- Is there parking nearby? Yes, below are a list of carparks that are a short walk to the museum.
- Apex Blackfriars Carpark located on Foundation St, Ipswich IP4 1BN (3 min Walk)
- NCP Ipswich Cox Ln CarPark located on Cox Ln, Ipswich IP4 1HT (4 min Walk)
- Can I take photos inside the museum Selfies are allowed, but some of the stamp artwork may still be protected by Intellectual Property Law.
- Is the museum suitable for a rainy day activity? Yes. The exhibit is located indoors which makes for a good visit in any weather, rain or shine.