The William Morris Society
26 Upper Mall, Coach House & Basement, London, W6 9TA
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Shop
The Society has limited accessible parking. If you require parking for your visit, please contact us beforehand so we may try to accommodate your needs. The main floor of the museum is accessible, however, the lower rooms are down a small flight of stairs with no alternative access at this time. Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum. Accessible toilets available on the ground floor. Carers get in free.
The William Morris Society Museum is based in the coach house and lower rooms of Kelmscott House, Hammersmith, where William Morris and his family lived for the last 18 years of his life. The house is situated right on the Thames river in a beautiful area for a stroll or visit to the local Dove Pub for lunch after the museum.
While the main house is a private residence, the coach house, features highlights from the Society’s collection which include original textiles and wallpapers, as well as hand-drawn designs by William Morris himself. The coach house was also the site of meetings of the Hammersmith branch of the Socialist League, which Morris became involved with in his later years. Visitors can view memorabilia from this time, including membership cards designed by Walter Crane, and photos of the coach house as it was during this period.
The museum is also home to a garden, a library, a gift shop, and a printing room which features the Society’s vast collection of Kelmscott Press books, typefaces, and test prints, all beautifully designed by William Morris, and illustrated by his good friend and colleague, Edward Burne-Jones. The Society also owns one of three original Albion printing presses used by the Kelmscott Press, and is still in working order today.
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Opening Times
Regular Museum Hours
The William Morris Society is open Thursday to Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm throughout the year. Last entry is at 3:30pm. Please note that opening days and times may be adjusted for special exhibitions or events, so we recommend checking before planning your visit.
Permanent Exhibition
The permanent exhibition 'Practically Magic: William Morris at Home in Hammersmith' is now open and can be visited during regular museum hours (Thursday to Sunday, 10:00am – 4:00pm).
Special Events and Activities
London Open Gardens takes place on June 7, 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The main garden is open only once a year on this date. Printing press demonstrations will be held in the Print Room throughout the day during this event.
Virtual Tour
A virtual tour is available on the website for those unable to visit in person.
£5
No booking required, just turn up.
Historic Members can gain free access by presenting their membership card upon entry to the museum either via online ticket sales or in-person. To book online in advance use the code HHWMS267 to gain free access.
Bookings are available for groups larger than 8 people for a private visit to the museum (during closed hours). The visits are led by one of our skilled volunteer guides, providing a talk on the history of William Morris, Kelmscott House, Morris & Co. and more. Please get in touch or learn more and book a visit.
The Society is dedicated to educating school children on the life and work of William Morris and has developed a number of workshops to do so. From print-making to stained glass designs, story telling and object handling, we offer a variety to cover numerous age groups and lesson plans. To learn more or to book for your school please get in touch or visit our website.
The Society has limited accessible parking. If you require parking for your visit, please contact us beforehand so we may try to accommodate your needs. The main floor of the museum is accessible, however, the lower rooms are down a small flight of stairs with no alternative access at this time. Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum. Accessible toilets available on the ground floor. Carers get in free.
Getting here
26 Upper Mall, Coach House & Basement, London, W6 9TA
Our closest tubes are Ravenscourt Park (10min walk) on the District Line or Hammersmith (15min walk) on the District, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Piccadilly Lines.
