Kensington Summer Dolls House Festival 2012
Looking forward to Kensington 2012...
Established in 1985 by Caroline Hamilton and Sue Atkinson, The Kensington Dollshouse Festival (formerly the London Dollshouse Festival) has become the top international show for quality dolls' houses, miniatures and models. In 2005, Charlotte Stokoe took over the organisation of the Festival, and has introduced other events alongside the main show, including workshops, tours to places of interest, free children's activities and free Sunday talks from Dollshouse experts.
Visitors travel to London from Japan, USA and Europe to attend the Festival every year and there are over 175 crafts people exhibiting, many of which also come from abroad. 95% of all the items for sale are hand made and you will see an awe inspiring array of miniatures and have the chance to talk to the artisans who create them. This is not just an exhibition for collectors, it is a day out for everyone, of all ages, and you are sure to find everything you need for your dolls house, model or project.
The Summer Festival next year is taking place on 11th - 13th May 2012 and Pinchbeck Miniatures are very pleased to be attending this prestigious event.
Travelling to the Event
All the information below is provided by the fair organisers and we strongly advise that you check details with them before you travel
Kensington Town Hall is centrally located, 3 minutes walk from the the nearest tube station or bus stop.
By Tube: Nearest tube station is High Street Kensington (Circle and District Line). Exit the station, cross the road and go one block north (3 minutes walk). Notting Hill Gate (Central Line) is approximately 5-10 minutes walk.
By Bus: Bus routes 9, 10, 27, 28, 49, 52, 70, 328, 452 and C1 all stop at Kensington High street.
By Train: The Circle line runs directly from Paddington, Kings Cross/St Pancras, Victoria and Liverpool Street main line train stations. From the Circle line see the tube directions above.
By Car: From High Street Kensington, look out for the large P for parking sign on a central traffic island at Camden Hill Road junction. As soon as you have turned right into Philimore Walk you turn left down the car park ramp.
Parking:
As of 1st April 2011, the parking charges at the Town Hall Car Park have risen to the following:
Up to 1 hour: £4.00
Up to 2 hours: £8.00
Up to 3 hours: £12.00
Up to 4 hours: £16.00
Up to 6 hours: £24.00
Up to 8 hours: £32.00
Up to 10 hours: £40.00
Up to 25 hours: £44.00
Overnight Rate (6pm - 9am): £4.00
Sunday Rate (9am - 6pm): £6.00
Street parking on single yellow lines or meters free after 6.30pm Mon - Sat or all day Sunday.
Opening Times
Friday 11th May - 12pm - 6.00pm
Saturday 12th May - 10am - 5pm
Sunday 13th May - 10am - 4.30pm
Ticket Prices
Friday 11th May - £11.00
Saturday 12th May - £9.00 (after 1pm £6.00)
Sunday 13th May - £6.00
Children under 16 - £4.00
Special three day ticket - £12.00
Tickets can be purchased in advance from Kensington Dollshouse Festival website.
Please note
- tickets for entry from 1pm on Saturday 12th May or all day Sunday cost £6.00 and these tickets are only available to purchase on the door. If you purchase tickets for Friday 11th or early entry tickets for Saturday 12th on the door, they will cost £1 per ticket extra on top of their usual price.
- child tickets are valid for all children under 16 on any day of the Festival.
- children under 2 are free of charge. The organisers recommend bringing young children on Saturday afternoon or on Sunday when they can take part in the childrens' activities
