The atmospheric Natural History Museum at Tring is jam-packed with animals displayed in original, floor-to-ceiling, glass cases. It’s a fascinating place to visit, especially on a rainy day.
The Animals The Galleries Most of the animals exhibited are either alive today or have only recently become extinct. Note that it does not have a blue whale, dinosaurs or geological specimens (unlike its sister museum in London). Where to Eat Tring itself is only a short walk away and has more places to eat and drink. Also nearby is Tring Park, a lovely woodland with trails, sculptures and a play area.
It is unusual to be able to be so close to these animals – you can understand their smallest details and appreciate their true sizes. 
We discovered that some penguins are taller than children, a tiger’s paws are bigger then my hands and that some hummingbirds are the same size as bees.
This museum displays 4,000 animals across six galleries. 
There was almost every animal we could imagine, including a polar bear, a shark, a rhino, an elephant seal, a crocodile and the bones of a giant sloth. 
There are two outdoor picnic areas and in the basement there is a small café that sells the usual sandwiches, drinks and cakes.
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Further Information
Nearest Town: Tring Opens: Daily Where to Eat: Bring a picnic or eat in the cafe. How Long We Spent There: 3 hours Parking: There are a few car parks near the museum. Information Written: April 2016
County: Hertfordshire
Nearest Postcode: HP23 6AP
Cost: Free
Facilities: Cafe, snacks, ice cream, picnic area, toilets, and accessible toilets.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.
Cost of Parking: Free
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