MuseumsRoyston

The Museum was the inspiration of Paul Thackray, grandson of Charles F Thackray, founder of the medical company bearing his name in Leeds in 1902.With the aid of a £3 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the museum has been established in a former workhouse building adjacent…
Distance: 14.9 miles away

Leeds City Museum is an exciting day out for visitors of all ages. See fascinating , lively displays that tell the story of Leeds, the natural world, Ancient Egypt and Africa, to name but a few.Experience a world of discovery.. explore four floors of interactive and exciting galleries.…
Distance: 14.6 miles away

Kelham Island Museum was opened in 1982 to house the objects, pictures and archive material representing Sheffield's industrial story. The displays at the Museum tell that story from the Little Mester to mass production, skilled workers, revolutionary processes, quality products, invention and innovation. The introductory displays…
Distance: 14.2 miles away

Imagine taking tea with Charlotte Bronte or watching your first ever TV programme on a screen only nine inches wide. Imagine novels and needlework, bunting and bikers. Welcome to a houseful of history This delightful, red‐brick house, built in 1660, was home to the Taylor family who…
Distance: 13 miles away

Thwaite Mill is a fully restored working water‐powered mill. Two large water wheels continually drive a mass of cogs and grinding wheels which crushed stone for putty and paint throughout the 19th century.The tour also includes a demonstration of water powered engineering machines and an optional video presentation.Thwaite…
Distance: 12.6 miles away

The history book of a typical Yorkshire town, Tolson Museum draws a vivid and intriguing picture of Huddersfield and its people, from the prehistoric to the present. Each layer of Huddersfield's past is revealed in its exciting displays. With collections in archaeology, archives, natural sciences, costume and…
Distance: 12.1 miles away