Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Kippax, West Yorkshire
In or near Fairburn.
Kippax, West Yorkshire — a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Betty Longbottom — 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
- East Garforth · 2.8 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Kippax, West Yorkshire is a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
Photo gallery
Place summary
Kippax, located in West Yorkshire, is a museum showcasing local history and culture. It offers insights into the area's heritage through various exhibits and displays.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
Background
History
The name Kippax is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is first attested as Chipesch in the Domesday Book of 1086, and as "Kippeys" in charters from the 1090s to the 1270s, and Kypask and Kypax from the 13th century onwards. The placename seems to be composed of an Anglo-Saxon personal name Cippa (with initial [tʃ-], suggested by the Domesday Book form) or Cyppa (with initial [k-]) + æsc [æʃ] 'ash-tree'. This suggests that the village was first established in a wooded area of ash trees. The pronunciation of the name seems to show Scandinavian influence, perhaps in the change from initial [tʃ-] to [k-], and more clearly in the change of [-æʃ] to [-ask] (and thereafter [-aks]). Locational surnames such…
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 53.7669, -1.3705
- District
- Leeds
- Parish
- Kippax
- Postcode
- LS25 7JP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Selby
- Nearest railway station
- East Garforth — 2.8 km
Sources
- wikipedia: Kippax, West Yorkshire (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Manor Garth Hill ringwork
Literary houses · 0.2 km
KippaxManor Garth Hill
Castles · 0.2 km
Old Tree Inn
Historic pubs · 0.2 km
The Commercial
Historic pubs · 0.3 km
The Moorgate
Historic pubs · 0.8 km
Roach Lime Hills
Wildlife reserves · 1.2 km
The Crusader
Historic pubs · 1.9 km
BE1150 Dragline
Natural landmarks · 2.3 km
Ledston Hall
Historic houses · 2.3 km
Allerton Bywater War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.4 km
The Bird In Hand
Historic pubs · 2.6 km
The Podger
Historic pubs · 2.9 km
Nearby
📷 5Literary houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
Manor Garth Hill ringwork
Manor Garth Hill ringwork — a literary house museum in england yorkshire.
📷 5Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
KippaxManor Garth Hill
KippaxManor Garth Hill — a castle in england yorkshire.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
Old Tree Inn
Old Tree Inn in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Commercial
The Commercial in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Moorgate
The Moorgate in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Wildlife reserves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Roach Lime Hills
Roach Lime Hills — site of special scientific interest in West Yorkshire.
Where to eat & stay near Kippax, West Yorkshire
Places to stay
📷 5Hotels · Yorkshire & the Humber
Oulton Hall Hotel
Oulton Hall Hotel — a hotel in england yorkshire.
📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Oakland Hill Estate
Oakland Hill Estate — a caravan park in england yorkshire.
📷 5
📷 7Hotels · Yorkshire & the Humber
Hampton by Hilton Leeds City Centre
Hampton by Hilton Leeds City Centre — a hotel in england yorkshire. 3-star. Brand: Hampton.
📷 5Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Kidacre Park
Kidacre Park — a caravan park in england yorkshire.
📷 7Hotels · Yorkshire & the Humber
Clayton Hotel
Clayton Hotel — a hotel in england yorkshire.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
Old Tree Inn
Old Tree Inn in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Commercial
The Commercial in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Moorgate
The Moorgate in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Crusader
The Crusader in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Bird In Hand
The Bird In Hand in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5More museums in this region
📷 3Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Avro Heritage Museum
Avro Heritage Museum — aviation museum in England.
📷 5Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Hat Works
Hat Works — museum and former cotton mill Greater Manchester, England.
📷 3Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Anson Engine Museum
Anson Engine Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Portland Basin Museum
Portland Basin Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kippax, West Yorkshire?
- Kippax, West Yorkshire is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS25 7JP), in the parish of Kippax.
- What is Kippax, West Yorkshire?
- Kippax, West Yorkshire — a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Kippax, West Yorkshire?
- The nearest railway station is East Garforth, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS25 7JP.
- How do I get to Kippax, West Yorkshire?
- The nearest railway station is East Garforth, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS25 7JP.