Highwayman Dick Turpin, was held in the prison buildings which now house York Castle Museum for the last six months of his life, and would have spent his last few hours alive in the Condemned Cell. Although known as a highwayman and a robber, he was sentenced to death for horse stealing and was hanged […]

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Be put through your paces with our resident Viking as you take part in our Viking Sword and Drill sessions. Included in museum admission. No need to book. 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm

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There’s a mini monster! Where? There! WHERE? In the artist garden…. This activity offers the excitement of discovering a monster hidden in the Artist Garden, and the opportunity to create your own individual narratives and a 3D friend for your found monster. Be encouraged to develop stories and make your own clay creation back in […]

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Be put through your paces with our resident Viking as you take part in our Viking Sword and Drill sessions! Timings are 11am – 1pm  & 2pm – 4pm Included in museum admission. No need to book.

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Our Low Sensory Experiences are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter visit to the art gallery. The gallery provides a tranquil, spacious environment for visitors to explore without the need to worry about extreme light and sound levels, confined spaces, or large crowds. Our building is fully accessible (including the shops, toilets and […]

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A treat awaits for our youngest audiences in the form of Lucy Ridley who returns to the Castle Museum to entertain and amuse you with an interactive story time! With props and activities timetabled throughout the day, join us for just the story or for the full 40 minutes of activities. Story telling takes place […]

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Be put through your paces with our resident Viking as you take part in our Viking Sword and Drill sessions! Timings are 11am – 1pm  & 2pm – 4pm Included in museum admission. No need to book. This event is now cancelled due to government advice around Coronavirus. Please see here for more information.

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The streets of Kirkgate need your help! Overrun with rats, the Mayor has employed Jim Snatch to rid the streets of them. Jim has been a rat catcher since he was a boy. It is a highly skilled trade not for the faint hearted; a profession that needs much learning and courage. Join him on […]

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Be put through your paces with our resident Viking as you take part in our Viking Sword and Drill sessions. Included in museum admission. No need to book. 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm This event is now cancelled due to government advice around Coronavirus. Please see here for more information.

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Using a wide variety of recycling materials, let your imaginations fly and cut and glue egg boxes and kitchen roll tubes together to create your own unique monster body. Decorate and add monster features using the googly eyes and don’t forget to give your monster a name! Timings are 11am – 1pm and 2pm – […]

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