The Kent Police Museum is a free educational and fun experience for the whole family, which looks at the history and development of one of the UK’s largest police forces. You can: try on real police uniform; see the evidence that brought Kent criminals to justice in our crime room; step into our Edwardian cell block and hear about some true 19th century Faversham crimes; enjoy our interactive displays and handling collection.
We collect and care for a large number of donated artefacts reflecting the rich history of Kent Police from 1857 until the present day, and aim to share this very important historical resource with the widest possible audience.
What can be found at the venue?
Records or archive, Collection of artifacts, Library
Related crime and punishment profession / organisation
Police
Significant collections relating to regional crime and punishment organisation or to a particular individual
The collections include uniforms and equipment from both the past and present; crime related artefacts; historic documents and official records, and a large photographic collection. Like most museums, many items are poorly recorded, and work continues to document and catalogue our growing collection in line with UK museum professional standards. An estimate of our current holdings includes:
10,000 photographs
3,000 artefacts
5,000 documents and newspaper articles
1,500 books/journals
3,000 films
2 motorbikes
Does the venue have an online collections catalogue?
No
Details of opening for public access and / or research services
Our opening times are:
Thursday - 10am to 4pm
Friday - 10am to 4pm
last admission is 2.30pm and entry is free.
Visitor numbers will be closely managed to ensure your safety, please book your tickets before visiting. The museum will also be open to group visits or pre-booked parties on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. For more information, or to discuss your visit you can contact our friendly team.
The museum curator will try and answer queries relating to the history of the force, including former officers, where it is legally permitted to do so. All enquiries should be directed to the curator. Please email.
Available services or facilities
Toilets
Accessibility and disability arrangements / Covid requirements
Please enter the museum main gallery via the police station front counter reception area.
Parking is available at Church Road and is free for two hours; please do not park outside the museum.
Unfortunately we do not have baby changing facilities or an adult changing places facility.
The museum does not have a cafe or offer refreshments but is close to the town centre that has a number of coffee shops and cafes within a five minute walk
