Wakefield Museums and Castles

Closed for Christmas and New Year

Castleford Museum is now closed for Christmas and New Year.

We will reopen at 9:30am on Monday 5 January.

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Visiting Castleford Museum

Travel through 15,000 years of history at Castleford Museum! Learn about the Romans and discover what they left behind. Explore local industry. Discover Castleford’s sports stars and artists.

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Plan your visit to Castleford Museum

Find our opening hours and facilities here. Learn how to get to Castleford Museum.
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Access information at Castleford Museum

Find access information for Castleford Museum, including moving around our spaces, toilets and accessible parking.
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Things to see at Castleford Museum

There’s so much to see at Castleford Museum! From awesome ancient objects, to pit village photography, there's lots to explore.
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Things to do at Castleford Museum

There’s lots to do at Castleford Museum! Explore Castleford’s story in an interactive way here at the museum.
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Community cases

Our Community Cases celebrate Castleford stories from the past and present. Discover what you can enjoy at the moment.
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Information for families visiting Castleford Museum

Find information about visiting Castleford Museum for families of all shapes and sizes.

Contact information

Castleford Forum Museum and Library Carlton Street Castleford WF10 1BB

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