Merton Heritage and Local Studies Centre tells the story of Merton and its people through a changing programme of exhibitions and events. The Centre also offers educational services for local schools and adult learners as well as access to a wide range of local history resources.
Our collection includes local history information on Colliers Wood, Merton, Mitcham, Morden, Pollards Hill, Raynes Park, Wimbledon and West Barnes.
Sources include photographs of historic Merton and its various districts, local maps, electoral registers and trade directories, Council minute and agenda books, a small collection of Merton parish registers (up to 1812), genealogical guides and resources, local biographical resources, a large collection of local history books, articles and ephemera, local history magazines and periodicals as well as specialist collections on Merton Priory, Admiral Lord Nelson, William Morris and the Arts & Crafts Movement.
Library users can also enjoy free access to the Ancestry website via public computers.
Listing Details
- Address: Merton Heritage Centre, The Canons, Madeira Rd. Mitcham , CR4 4HD
- Phone: 020 8274 4901
- Website: http://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure/history-heritage.htm
- Email: local.studies@merton.gov.uk
- Get there by bus: 80, 93, 118, 154, 157, 163,164, 293, 413, 201 and 470
- Get there by tube/train: Northern Line
- Wheelchair access: Yes
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Additional information:
Disabled access
There is a lift available to the first and second floors.
Opening Times
- Monday 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Friday 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday Closed
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