Museums · East Midlands
Elsecar Heritage Centre
In or near Wentworth.
Elsecar Heritage Centre — a museum in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
Steve Fareham — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Rockingham · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Elsecar Heritage Centre is a museum located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Elsecar Heritage Centre is a historical site in Barnsley, showcasing the area's rich industrial heritage. Visitors can explore various shops, cafes, and exhibitions while enjoying the unique atmosphere of this restored village.
Place summary
Elsecar Heritage Centre is a museum located in the East Midlands, postcode S74. It features a range of exhibits related to the area's industrial history and heritage. The centre is part of the Elsecar conservation area, which highlights its significance in preserving local cultural heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 53.4944, -1.4200
- District
- Barnsley
- Parish
- Barnsley, unparished area
- Postcode
- S74 8HJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barnsley South
- Phone
- +44 1226 740203
- Nearest railway station
- Rockingham — 0.1 km
- Opening
- Monday - Sunday 10am - 4pm; closed 25 Dec, 26 Dec, 1 Jan
- Official site
- www.elsecar-heritage.com
Sources
- osm: node/946529241 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Elsecar Heritage Centre?
- Elsecar Heritage Centre is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode S74 8HJ), in the parish of Barnsley, unparished area.
- What is Elsecar Heritage Centre?
- Elsecar Heritage Centre — a museum in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Elsecar Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Rockingham, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode S74 8HJ.
- Is Elsecar Heritage Centre free to visit?
- Yes, Elsecar Heritage Centre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Elsecar Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Rockingham, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S74 8HJ.