THE PETER JAY BACK STAGE MUSEUM

THE HIPPoDROME IS HOME TO the hippodromes amazing collection of historical artifacts, props, and more
all CURATED BY PETER JAY.

OVER A HUNDRED YEARS OF CIRCUS MEMORABILIA.
See how the original water mechanism and tanks work.

THE CIRCUS ENGINE ROOM OPERATIONAL FROM 1930 TO THE 1970S. POWERED THE ENTIRE BUILDING.

Step back in time back stage.

Vintage sound, lighting and microphone collection.

The old stables – a treasure trove of memories.

Vintage and unique water props.

Engine room diary collection 1930-1970.

Vintage posters, signs and costumes.

The clown head collection.

Contemporary circus artwork and old photo collections.

Circus trophy collection.

Including Peter Jay’s own personal collection of Music Memorabilia, from his journey with Peter Jay & The Jaywalkers, rubbing shoulders with the Beatles and more Iconic Gigs.

PICTURED INSET; ONE OF ERIC DELANEY’S BIG BAND DRUM KITS!