Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Fairfax House Museum
In or near York.
Fairfax House Museum — a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- York · 0.9 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
About
Fairfax House Museum is a museum located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Fairfax House is a historic townhouse located in York, showcasing over 250 years of history. Visitors can explore the Noel Terry collection, which includes furniture, clocks, paintings, and decorative arts, providing a glimpse into the past through engaging exhibitions and events.
Place summary
Fairfax House Museum is a museum located in York, Yorkshire, postcode YO1. It is notable for its Georgian architecture and serves as a significant example of 18th-century design. The house showcases period furnishings and decorative arts, providing insight into the lifestyle of the era.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9567, -1.0801
- District
- York
- Parish
- York, unparished area
- Postcode
- YO1 9RN
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Central
- Phone
- +44 1904 655543
- Nearest railway station
- York — 0.9 km
- Opening
- Monday – Saturday 10am–5pm; Sunday 11am–4pm
- Official site
- www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12557307443 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fairfax House Museum?
- Fairfax House Museum is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO1 9RN), in the parish of York, unparished area.
- What is Fairfax House Museum?
- Fairfax House Museum — a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Fairfax House Museum?
- The nearest railway station is York, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO1 9RN.
- How do I get to Fairfax House Museum?
- The nearest railway station is York, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO1 9RN.