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A medical museum located in the attic of an early 18th
century church, once a part of the old St Thomas’ Hospital.
It contains the oldest surviving surgical theatre in Europe, pre-
dating the arrival of anaesthetics and antiseptics, and the original
Herb Garret which once served as a space to dry herbs for the
patients’ medicines.
This atmospheric museum holds a fascinating collection of
historical medial artefacts and offers a unique insight into
the history of medicine and surgery in the remains of one of
London’s oldest hospitals.
Weekly talks available.
www.oldoperatingtheatre.com
Open every day from 10.30 am – 5:00 pm / Admission charge
