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Get ready for relaxed family festive fun and a visit from Father Christmas!*
Join Wakefield Museum this Christmas season for a relaxed day of free festive activities and crafts for SEND families.
Explore the sights, smells and textures of Christmas.
Get hands-on and play with toys from the past. Craft some colourful Christmas decorations.
*Timeslots to meet Father Christmas are now fully booked. But don’t worry, everyone is still welcome to join in the festive fun with our drop-in Christmassy crafts and activities!
You can also to sign up to the Waiting List here in case any timeslots become available.
Please note: Timeslots are limited to maintain a relaxed atmosphere.
SEND event: This session is designed for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and neuro-diverse families (but all children and young people are welcome).
Venue opening hours
Monday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday : 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday : 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday : Closed
- Accessible Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- SEND
- Wheelchair Accessible
Access facilities
Book your tickets
SEND stands for 'Special Education Needs and Disabilities'.
Christmas at the Museum (for SEND families)
Venue Details
Find us at
Burton Street, Wakefield, WF1 2UP
Phone
01924302104
museums@wakefield.gov.uk