2017 updates and improvements
- December
- Meccano No.10 set, displayed in a new area beneath the existing Meccano cabinet
- November
- Wooden construction toys
- Tablet internet connection restored
- October
- New larger “lead figures” cabinet replaces the “Models of Yesteryear” display
- September
- Upgrades for the “Matchbox” display – more models, some upgrades
- August
- Museum fridge magnets, pens and pencils now available in museum shop
- July
- Hastings Funicular Railway model is now pushbutton-controlled
- June
- 5″ gauge live steam locomotive on overhead bridge display
- May
- Reorganisation and upgrade of the Play Kitchen display
- April
- New “Box Bridge” overhead display area
- March
- 1/4-scale Traction Engine moved to a new dedicated plinth
- February
- Additional Collector’s Market display cabinet
- January
- Metal construction toys cabinet overhaul with many new exhibits