Date: Sunday 22 February 2026, All Day
Venue: York Castle Museum

Cells Talks 

Daily 

11.30am and 2.30pm 

Included in general admission 

Discover the history of York Castle prison and some of its notorious inmates. 

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Date: Sunday 22 February 2026, All Day
Venue: York Castle Museum

Creative Studio 

Open daily 

Drop-in, self-led activity 

 Sketch out your dream Victorian outfit using the fabrics, hats, shoes and dresses on display for inspiration. 

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Date: Sunday 22 February 2026, All Day
Venue: York Castle Museum

Kirkgate Talks 

Daily 

11.30am and 2pm 

Included in general admission 

 Learn about the creation of the Victorian street, Kirkgate, one of the oldest recreated indoor streets of its kind in the world. 

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Dates: Sunday 22 February 2026–Monday 23 February 2026, 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Venue: York castle museum

Sunday Sounds 

Sunday 22 February 2026 

Performance times: 10.30am, 12.30pm, 3pm and 4pm 

Drop-in, included in general admission 

 Enjoy live performances of songs inspired by travelling and changes of transport through time as you explore Kirkgate. This upbeat duo will have your toes tapping before you know it! 

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