Heritage Open Days: Museum Store Tours
Wakefield Museums and Castles Collections Store, Ossett, WF5
Friday 18th September 2026 - Saturday 19th September 2026
Go behind the scenes and discover some of the wonders of Wakefield Museums and Castles Collections.
Available sessions:
Led by experts in our collections team, delve into a treasure trove of objects from Wakefield’s past. Find out how we keep them safe.
Finish with a quick look at some highlights from the collections. These include treasures from our social history, archaeology and costume collections. Be amazed by medieval stonework, world-leading sports equipment, and fantastic plastics!
This tour is part of Heritage Open Days.
Pre-booking required.
Please be aware this is unfortunately not suitable for people with a nut allergy.
Let us know any access requirements you have when booking.
Information about how to reach the site will be shared following booking approximately two weeks prior to the event date.
FAQs
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Call 01924 302700 and leave a message. We will respond as soon as possible. (Please note this number is only monitored during office hours Mon-Fri.)
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have your details at the door.
Available sessions:
- Friday 18 September, 11am to 12pm (Adults 18+ only)
- Friday 18 September, 2pm to 3pm (Adults 18+ only)
- Saturday 19 September, 10am to 11am (Adults 18+ only)
- Saturday 19 September, 11:30am to 12:30pm (families with children aged 8+)
Led by experts in our collections team, delve into a treasure trove of objects from Wakefield’s past. Find out how we keep them safe.
Finish with a quick look at some highlights from the collections. These include treasures from our social history, archaeology and costume collections. Be amazed by medieval stonework, world-leading sports equipment, and fantastic plastics!
This tour is part of Heritage Open Days.
Pre-booking required.
Please be aware this is unfortunately not suitable for people with a nut allergy.
Let us know any access requirements you have when booking.
Information about how to reach the site will be shared following booking approximately two weeks prior to the event date.
FAQs
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Call 01924 302700 and leave a message. We will respond as soon as possible. (Please note this number is only monitored during office hours Mon-Fri.)
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have your details at the door.
