Thirsk Museum, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PQ

Details

Accessibility

"There is a ramped entrance to the ground floor for wheelchair users, but the first floor can only be reached by narrow stairs. For visitors who are unable to access the staircase and first floor, we have an iPad with slides and commentary showing the displays in these locations. Guide dogs are welcome."

"Parking in the Market Place is limited to a maximum of two hours, of which the first hour is free. You can also park in the Short Stay and Long Stay car parks in Marage Road. Please check local display boards for information about parking fees."

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Brief description

"Experience the history of Thirsk in the house where Thomas Lord, founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground, was born in 1755. Explore rooms full of exhibits featuring local life and industry, cricketing memorabilia, farming equipment, furniture, costumes and toys. Marvel at the bones of our Saxon Giant and shudder at the legend of the Busby Stoop Chair!

Thirsk Museum is in Kirkgate, just across the road from The World of James Herriot in the market town of Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Admission is free."

"Admission is free but please consider supporting Thirsk Museum with a donation following your visit. All donations are greatly appreciated and help cover the cost of operating the Museum."

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Address

14-16 Kirkgate
Thirsk
North Yorkshire
Y07 1PQ

Email

info@thirskmuseum.org

Phone

07596 483416

Website

http://thirskmuseum.org/index.html 

Directions

"Thirsk Museum is in Kirkgate, a short distance from the Market Place and close to St Mary’s Church and the World of James Herriot.

From the clock tower in the Market Place:

Kirkgate is the road to your right as you look towards the Nat West bank. As you follow Kirkgate, the Museum is on your right, opposite the Zillah Bell Gallery.

From the car park in Marage Road:

Follow Marage Road to St Mary's Church. Turn left into Kirkgate. The Museum is on your left."

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Opening Times

Opening times for 2025 :

Thirsk Museum is open until 1st November. We are closed on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Monday    10:30am - 3:30pm, last admission 3:00pm

Tuesday    10:30am - 3:30pm, last admission 3:00pm

Wednesday    Closed

Thursday    10:30am - 3:30pm, last admission 3:00pm

Friday     10:30am - 3:30pm, last admission 3:00pm

Saturday    10:30am - 3:30pm, last admission 3:00pm

Sunday    Closed

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Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

Amenities

"Groups and school parties of up to 30 can be accommodated (both during and outside normal opening times) by prior arrangement. Guided tours are available on request, please contact us for further information."

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