Mail Rail: A train ride on London’s ex-mail delivery system

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£16

Opening times

Mon-Sun: 10:00-17:00

Reviews:

4.6 / 4,400 users

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Beneath the busy streets of London lies a hidden railway, once used to whisk letters and parcels across the city unseen.

Today, the Mail Rail at The Postal Museum invites you to step inside history and ride the very tracks that kept Britain’s postal system moving for over 75 years.

This immersive underground journey takes you through dimly lit tunnels, past original station platforms, and into the fascinating world of the workers who kept the mail on track—all brought to life with stunning projections and special effects. It’s a rare chance to explore London’s subterranean past, with a side of nostalgia and a touch of adventure.

Perfect for history buffs, urban explorers, and anyone curious about what lies beneath, the Mail Rail is more than just a ride—it’s a glimpse into a forgotten London that once never stopped moving.Directions

WC1X 0DL (see on map)

0.2 miles from Chancery Lane

Reviews

4.6 from 4,400 users (source: Google reviews)

‘‘What an interesting place to visit. I mainly went here for the postal train, this was amazing and I really enjoyed this. The trip on the train lasted 15 minutes…’’

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