Enjoy a variety of family-friendly and adult events at York Castle Museum throughout the year.

Events - 24 Sep 17

Relaxed Opening – Sun 24 Sep 2017

Relaxed Opening

Date: Sunday 24 September 2017, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Venue: York Castle Museum

Our Relaxed Openings are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter visit to our museum.

During the event, we will put our lights on full and turn off all the sound effects so it’s a less overwhelming environment. You’ll still be able to visit all the galleries, but there will be no dark areas and no sudden sounds. We will still have guides on Kirkgate in Victorian costume and we will still put on the films in the prison gallery, but we can tell you beforehand of what to expect.

There is seating provided around the museum, and a quiet space will be available should you need it.

Our trained guides will be happy to provide guidance during your visit, or please contact us ahead should you have any questions.

We have visual stories available for visitors with autism and their carers – these can be found on our Access page here.

The event is free for visitors with autism, dementia, visual impairments or similar issues. Carers and children under 16 will also be admitted for free. Accompanying members of a group will be admitted for £5, and standard admission is £10. There is no need to book ahead.

If you require any further information about this event, please email enquiries@ymt.org.uk or phone 01904 687687.

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Anzac Biscuits – Kitchen Demo – Sun 24 Sep 2017

Anzac Biscuits - Kitchen Demo

Date: Sunday 24 September 2017, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Visit the Castle Kitchen during the York Food Festival to find out about Anzac biscuits, a popular food item from the First World War. Discover how to make them and take a recipe home – you might even get to try some!

Drop in from 11am to 1pm or 2pm to 4pm.

Free with admission, no need to book.

Part of the York Food Festival 2017 and Little Vikings Food Trail.

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Guide’s Gallery Talk – Sun 24 Sep 2017

Guide's Gallery Talk

Date: Sunday 24 September 2017, 11:45 am - 3:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Join one of our costumed guides on our famous Victorian street Kirkgate every day at 11.45am and 3.00pm for a free 15 minute informal talk.

Each talk is different but will provide an introduction to Kirkgate, the history of York Castle Museum, and the objects on display, as well as the people who lived and worked in York during the Victorian period of 1870-1901.

Please note that talks are subject to the availability of our guides.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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