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Eel Pie Island Museum Trad Jazz, Skiffle, Blues, British Beat, Prog Rock, Heavy Rock, Psychedelia and even a touch of Glam.

Jazz Ravers, Rockers, Mods, Hippies and Beatniks...
The fantastic musical history made on Eel Pie Island encompasses it all, plus it has a fascinating riparian heritage, all of which is set to be celebrated in our forthcoming museum. Building on two books and a successful exhibition in 2013, project organiser Michele Whitby says 'It has been a long term ambition of mine to establish a museum dedicated to the fantastic, inspiring history of Eel Pie Island. The appeal of music heritage is only increasing and we need to show the world what we have to offer here in Twickenham.'
In 2015 we ran a pop-up museum in Twickenham Library from June until the end of October which saw over 1200 visitors. We have moved into new premises and are hoping to be open early 2017. In the meantime, we would appreciate you spreading the word for us; Invite your friends to hit the 'like' button, let us know if you'd like to get more involved, tell us if you or your business would like to be a sponsor, or perhaps you have items that could be loaned for display? This is being set up for the world-wide Eel Pie community and we'd love you to feel part of it!

There are still a couple of tickets left for today’s event. FREE to LBRUT residents over 65! 😃
14/10/2026

There are still a couple of tickets left for today’s event. FREE to LBRUT residents over 65! 😃

Over 65 & living in LBRUT? Join us for a FREE visit to the Eel Pie Island Museum, followed by a talk in the Twickenham Club.

This was such a wonderful afternoon 🧡 music is such a great thing 😎
13/10/2026

This was such a wonderful afternoon 🧡 music is such a great thing 😎

31.05.1966 - 6.10.2017 Remembering Jon today, and every day 🧡The exhibition of some of his work is on display in the mus...
06/10/2026

31.05.1966 - 6.10.2017 Remembering Jon today, and every day 🧡The exhibition of some of his work is on display in the museum - ‘Seize the Time’ and come and visit! 🥰

Big thanks to Debbie and Andy for the Clem Burke signed drumsticks 🥁🧡😎 great seeing you guys again! X
02/10/2026

Big thanks to Debbie and Andy for the Clem Burke signed drumsticks 🥁🧡😎 great seeing you guys again! X

Very much enjoying this 1965 collection of pre-Bowie, Davie Jones with a couple of his early bands ‘The Manish Boys’ and...
02/10/2026

Very much enjoying this 1965 collection of pre-Bowie, Davie Jones with a couple of his early bands ‘The Manish Boys’ and ‘The Lower Third’ thumping out some classic British RnB 🧡 Jones/Bowie took to the Eel Pie stage with The Manish Boys a number of times in 1964, and he went on to namecheck the Island on the back of his 1973 album of 60s covers, Pin Ups ⚡️

Fantastic friends from Sweden visiting us today 🇸🇪😎🤘 thanks guys, you were great 🧡
29/09/2026

Fantastic friends from Sweden visiting us today 🇸🇪😎🤘 thanks guys, you were great 🧡

We are super excited about this 3CD Boxset due for release in December 😃 it’s got some bangers on there! 😎🤘🧡
25/09/2026

We are super excited about this 3CD Boxset due for release in December 😃 it’s got some bangers on there! 😎🤘🧡

Released in December, Gettin' Ready, The Eel Pie Island Story 1962-1969 is a new 3CD set that traces how British rock and pop absorbed, transformed and moved beyond its American influences.

From rock ’n’ roll and raw R&B to soul, psychedelia and progressive rock, the Eel Pie Island hotel venue heard British music evolving in real time. A tiny island on the Thames became a proving ground for emerging groups, American blues legends and future stars. 👉 cherryred.co/EelPie

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1/3 Richmond Road
Twickenham
TW13AB

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Thursday 12pm - 5:30pm
Friday 12pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 5:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 5:30pm

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