Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Workhouse Museum
In or near Ripon.
Workhouse 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
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Workhouse 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
The Workhouse Museum offers a glimpse into the lives of the Victorian poor, showcasing how they lived and worked in the workhouse system. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including the original Workhouse Kitchen Garden, and participate in family trails and guided tours.
Place summary
The Workhouse Museum is located in Yorkshire. It provides insights into the historical workhouse system in Britain, illustrating the living conditions and experiences of the poor during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The museum features original artefacts and exhibitions that reflect this significant aspect of social history.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1383, -1.5222
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Ripon
- Postcode
- HG4 1LE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Opening
- Closed until July 21st; reopening on Tuesday 21st of July.
- Official site
- riponmuseums.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/133048374 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Workhouse Museum?
- Workhouse Museum is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HG4 1LE), in the parish of Ripon.
- What is Workhouse Museum?
- Workhouse Museum — a museum in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Workhouse Museum?
- Drivers can use postcode HG4 1LE.
- How do I get to Workhouse Museum?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HG4 1LE. It sits within the Skipton and Ripon parliamentary constituency.