Time travellers: Canals and railways - Wakefield Museums and Castles
An old map of Castleford with a magnifying glass and paper boat laid on top

Time travellers: Canals and railways

Mon 10 August 2026 - Fri 14 August 2026, 10am - 3pm

The next occurrence is Mon 10 August 2026

Castleford Museum

The 1850s saw transport steaming ahead! Steam travel meant people could get around the country faster than ever before. Steam trains and boats are now iconic.

Can you beat our transport challenge? Make your own model boat or train to take on your adventures!

*Friday 14 August: SEND session: SEND families are welcome at all of our events. We also run dedicated SEND-friendly sessions at Castleford Museum on Fridays in the school holidays. These sessions will have a more relaxed atmosphere.

Travel through time at Castleford Museum these summer holidays! We'll be exploring a different era of history each week. All activities free and no booking required.

10 August 2026 - Fri 14 August 2026

10am - 3pm

Castleford Museum

Free, no booking required

Families aged 5+

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