is proud to take its place among the elegant architecture of this Victorian-listed building.
A Touch of Timeless Charm: The Little Museum of Buffoonery Finds Its Place
A Whimsical Note on Independence From Founder, Eddie Haworth FRSA
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The Museum of BuffooneryMarches to the beat of Eddie Haworth’s delightfully oversized shoes—the kind that squeak with wisdom and leave footprints of joyful nonsense across decades of performance. At 72, Eddie is a well-travelled buffoon, a proud Sandgrounder, and the sole architect of this eccentric haven. He secured a direct licence with the actual owners of the Arcade—no middlemen, no meddling moguls, and certainly no shadowy puppet masters pulling strings behind the curtain. This is a one-man show steeped in Southport’s rich comic heritage, where Eddie once shared the stage with legends like Sir Ken Dodd, Norman Wisdom, and Arthur Pedlar (aka Verco the Clown), Southport’s own ambassador of mirth. “For those tangled in the spaghetti of social media, let it be known that my little museum is as independent as a custard pie at a corporate board meeting.” The buffoonery here is proudly self-contained, brewed with equal parts local spirit and global absurdity, and refreshingly free from the usual digital distractions. Come for the absurdity. Stay for the clarity. Leave with a grin. |
EDDIE HAWORTH FRSA PROUDLY SHOWING OFF HIS TRUSTY 8 FEET-2 INCHES HIGH UNICYCLE AND MUCH MORE INSIDE HIS LITTLE MUSEUM OF BUFFOONERY
🎈Buffoonery at Wayfarers Arcade!🎈
From ankle-biters to octogenarians, everyone gets a rare taste of good old-fashioned innocent fun: the kind that tickles the ribs without poking the psyche. These little gifts of happiness tend to appear when families meander through Wayfarers Arcade, mostly on weekends, sometimes during school holidays.
Buffoonery, YES. Nightmares, NO!
Importantly, the Professor is acutely aware that not everyone finds clowns amusing. In fact, he’s made it a strict policy: no scary clowns, no exaggerated greasepaint grins, and absolutely no lurking giant red noses.
The Museum of Buffoonery is simply a sanctuary of silliness without the psychological sabotage. Here, laughter is gentle, inclusive, and entirely free of coulrophobic triggers.
The Professor of Buffoonery Is on Tour!
Our beloved buffoon, Eddie Haworth, has packed his props and is off to spread joy through slapstick comedy shows at Hill Tribe communities and refugee camps along the Thai/Burma border.
The Museum of Buffoonery will be temporarily closed until 1st November, when the Professor returns to sunny Southport, refreshed, ridiculous, and ready to roar!
Thank you for your patience and support. Laughter is on its way!
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🚧 MORE BIG NEWS! We’re Expanding! 🚧 Thanks to the incredible success of the museum, we’re undergoing urgent expansion work to make things bigger and better! We have encountered a few snags along the way, and it appears that we may need to remain closed until late October or early November 2025. Thank you for your patience and support. We can’t wait to welcome you back! |
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Presenting This Unique Exhibition...Meet Clown Eckie, also known as Eddie Haworth FRSA, a renowned slapstick comedian who rose to fame in the 1980s and 90s. Once hailing from Southport, Eckie delighted audiences across the UK, Europe, the USA, Scandinavia, and the UAE. In 1999, his talent took him to the Far East, where he was invited to perform at prestigious British Embassy events and five-star hotels. Eddie is also the Founder of the Gift of Happiness Foundation in Thailand, which the Royal Thai Government granted full charitable status on 15th December 2009. In March 2010, the Foundation became a member of the League of Foundations of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of the late His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. |
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CLOWN ECKIE'S WORLD FAMOUS TUKTUK DRIVEN BY CLOWN ECKIE FOR YEARS IN BANGKOK AND BEYOND!
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The Clown Prince of ThailandFor the past 25 years, Eckie has been affectionately celebrated as the "Clown Prince of Thailand", spreading smiles to thousands in slums, hill tribes, and migrant and refugee communities in some of Thailand’s most remote regions. His extensive career also includes performing and lecturing at five-star hotels, international schools, and universities across South East Asia, China, India, and beyond. Now back home in Southport, Eckie proudly shares his extraordinary collection. Discover vibrant costumes, oversized shoes, unique musical instruments, and an incredible array of clown props and memorabilia, all gathered during his remarkable global adventures since the 1980s. These treasured items have brought smiles to countless faces worldwide, and now you have the rare opportunity to see them up close. Don’t miss your chance to meet Eckie in person and relive the magic of one of the last remaining British slapstick comedians! © Eddie Haworth FRSA |
Eddie's inspiration...
Witness Grock (Adrian Wettach), the legendary Swiss clown, in this rare 1920s-1930s circus performance. A master of physical comedy and musical mayhem, Grock turns a violin, piano, and even a balloon into pure laughter gold.
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Mum, Michelle & Ankle-Biters Guy and Clark Foster Giving Used Toys to Needy Children in Thailand!
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Eddie and his team from Bangkok, who arrived at the Museum of Buffoonery to collect toys and other essentials to be taken to the Gift of Happiness Foundation sorting rooms on September 5, 2025.
THERE'S STILL TIME FOR FAMILIES TO DROP OFF MORE TOYS AND CLOTHING AT
THE MUSEUM OF BUFFOONERY FOR EDDIE TO TAKE TO BANGKOK WHEN HE GOES ON THE 13th September!!!
CONTACT EDDIE FOR DETAILS
Just Sayin... Eddie's life savings have gone into the Museum of Buffoonery
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Mr Jan Hansen. The main individual sponsor provides funding for essential clothing for children in need, some merchandise, and supports Eddie's regular travels to perform at the Gift of Happiness Foundation in Thailand.
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Eddie has learned, through tears and laughter across continents, that we all cry and laugh in the same language.
Click to support the joy: Donate to the Gift of Happiness Foundation
EDDIE'S CHARITY SUPPORTED BY THE LITTLE MUSEUM OF BUFFOONERY
