Two things are thought to give this beautiful bookstore-cum-museum its name: that there are only seven basic plots in literature, and that the Victorian mill in which this establishment is housed has seven stories. Dedicated to children’s books, the museum’s famous for its collections of original manuscripts of some of the most enduring children’s tales, by some of the most distinguished children’s writers. These include Jacqueline Wilson, Terry Jones, Philip Pullman, Enid Blyton and Quentin Blake. Frequently, children’s authors and book illustrators will visit Seven Stories to lead workshops of drama and creative-writing.

• Check out the Café, the Coffee House, the Studio and the Picnic House. They have differing opening timings. Check attraction website.
• Check the event calendar on the attraction website to see if anything interesting is on for the day of your intended visit.

• Free for under 1 year old.
• GBP 2.50 for 1-3 years old.
• GBP 6.60 for 4-16 years old.
• Ask to see if you qualify for the family concession tickets.

• Last admission 1 hour before closing.

• Bus 12, 39, 40, 91 stop New Bridge Street-Blackfriars
• Bus Q3 stop Ouseburn Valley

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