Tyrwhitt-Drake Museum of Carriages

Located on Mill Street in the centre of Maidstone, the Tyrwhitt-Drake Museum of Carriages offers an insight into the fascinating history of transport and is home to a unique collection of horse-drawn vehicles and transport curiosities. More than 60 vehicles are on display, ranging from grand carriages such as Queen Victoria’s State Landau, to antique sedan chairs and Victorian ‘growlers’.

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Bier

A nicely built Funeral Bier that was used by the Cranbrook Burial Board.  It was made by t…

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Sjees

Friesland Sjees are a rather rare sight in the United Kingdom. The word ‘sjees’ corresponds to the w…

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Sleigh

One of several European Sleighs in the Tyrwhitt- Drake collection. This one has a lion and a maiden…

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Mail Phaeton

A phaeton is a four-wheeled carriage that was driven by the owner, and never by his professional coa…

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Lady's Phaeton

This Lady’s Pony Phaeton came from the Beaufort family who also donated the Landaulette to the Tyrwh…

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Chaise

This carriage was owned by some one of substantial wealth and high social standing. It is a carriage…

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