About
Explore objects from some of Castleford’s biggest industries – the potteries, glassworks and mining!
Find out how important these industries were to peoples lives beyond work.
Design a translucent glass object to exhibit at the ‘Great Glass Exhibition’ of 1851 .
Re-invent the traditional toby jug – what would it look like today?
Make a new sports trophy to celebrate your triumphs.
*Friday 2 August is an SEND relaxed sessions:
SEND families are always welcome at all Wakefield Museums & Castles‘ sessions.
Castleford Museum are also running these SEND sessions for visitors who benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere.
The sessions will be run with more sensory activities and more focus on independent learning.
There will be a lower light level. A sensory tent and ear defenders are available.
Venue opening hours
Monday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday : Closed
Thursday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday : Closed
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- Wheelchair Accessible
Access facilities
Event sessions
Industrial Heyday
Venue Details
Find us at
Carlton Street, Castleford, WF10 1BB
Phone
01977722085
museums@wakefield.gov.uk