A halloween crab (Gecarcinus guadratus). These nocturnal land crabs live in small burrows in the coastal jungle of Costa Rica. However, they must travel back to the ocean to reproduce.

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Access guide

We aim to provide a friendly, accessible environment for all our visitors and the widest possible access to our buildings, exhibitions and collections. Unfortunately our Victorian building does not yet have a lift to make upper floors accessible.

There is parking for blue badge holders in the Museum car park on Akeman Street.

Parking spaces are limited. Blue badge holders can book in advance by calling +44 (0)20 7942 6158

Information on getting to Tring by public transport can be found on Tring Town Council's website.

Visiting with children? Everything you need to know, from babycare facilities to pushchair access, can be found in Visiting with children.

If you have a question or comment about access, please call the information desk on +44 (0)20 7942 6163 or email us.

  • Map of the entrances to the Natural History Museum at Tring.
    Getting around the Museum

    The Museum has two entrances. The Akeman Street entrance has steps, the Park Street entrance is step-free, and best for entry with wheelchairs and pushchairs.

  • Crocodile head
    Accessible facilities

    Find out about access and step-free areas to help your visit to run smoothly.

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General enquiries
Natural History Museum
at Tring
The Walter Rothschild building
Akeman Street
Tring
Herts
HP23 6AP
UK

Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 6171
Email us