Egyptian Jewellery at Wakefield Museum
Creative Tourist
Design and create your own Egyptian style jewellery inspired by our own museum exhibition.
Recommended for ages 6-11 years.
Booking essential.
Where to go near Egyptian Jewellery at Wakefield Museum
Castleford Museum
Step back in time and explore the history of Castleford from the Bronze Age to the present day.
Pontefract Museum
Step inside the beautiful Art Nouveau building to discover a world where liquorice and voting collide. Explore the captivating stories of Pontefract.
Wakefield
Pontefract Castle
A valuable heritage site and visitor attraction, the ruins of Pontefract Castle occupy a commanding position overlooking the historic market town of Pontefract.
Wakefield
Nostell Priory and Parkland
Discover the house and gardens of this 18th-century architectural masterpiece surrounded by 300 acres of landscaped parkland.
Wakefield
Rhubarb Triangle Farm Shop
Selling fantastic Yorkshire produce, the Rhubarb Triangle Farm shop is located just outside Wakefield, on the outskirts of Carlton village.
Leeds
Temple Newsam
Take a trip to Temple Newsam, a country estate in the heart of Leeds. With a variety of attractions to keep the whole family entertained.
Wakefield
Luxury Suites and Studios by BOOTique
Just a short walk away from Wakefield’s central attractions and restaurants, this boutique accommodation offers something a little different from the mainstream hotels.
Wakefield
The Mental Health Museum
The Mental Health Museum in Wakefield is home to a variety of mental health–related artefacts from the 19th century to the present day.
Wakefield
Wakefield Jazz
Wakefield Jazz holds a claim to being one of the best jazz clubs in the UK.
Leeds
Johnsons Of Leeds
Johnsons of Leeds is a military surplus store with an impressive list of celebrity customers.
Wakefield
Taste Buds
at the Station
at the Station
Serving a signature coffee roasted in Yorkshire with a blend of beans from all the world this Wakefield Kirkgate Station offers the perfect pick me up with accompanying hot and cold dishes for breakfast or lunch.
What's on: Families
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The Pumpkin Patch at Tatton Park
Enjoy a pumpkintastic, spooktacular Halloween this year at the Pumpkin Patch at Tatton Park Farm.
from £4
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To The Lakes! at Wordsworth Grasmere
Find out how the first tourists to the Lake District (a time before mobile phones, specialist clothing and TripAdvisor reviews) experienced the area, in this fascinating new exhibition.
from £6.00
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Golden Mummies of Egypt at Manchester Museum
It’s the summer holidays and surprise surprise, there’s a lot of rain! A good excuse to travel back in time to a world of opulence and mystery at Manchester Museum.
free entry
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Culture in South Lakes
Not only one of Britain’s most picturesque national parks, the Lake District is also brimming with culture. Here’s what’s on over the next few months.
free entry
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Operation Ouch! Food, Poo and You at the Science and Industry Museum
Step inside a world of food and poo in this fascinating new exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum.
from £9.00
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Julia & Axel: Thirty Years of Favourite Stories at The Lowry
Step inside some of your favourite stories at this free exhibition celebrating author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler.
free entry
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Autumn season at Z-arts
Check out the autumn season at Z-arts, packed with magic, fun and stories.
free entry
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British Textile Biennial 2023 at Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery and other venues
Showcasing boundary-pushing artistry from around the globe, the British Textile Biennial is back with a month of unmissable installations.
free entry
Culture Guides
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
School's back and we're heading towards autumn! Here are some of the best family friendly events and activities to keep the kids busy.
Music in Manchester and the North
From post punk legends to the leading lights of modern shoegaze, read about the most exciting artists playing in Manchester and the North this autumn.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
We’re crowning October the month of painting prizes! From Birkenhead to Huddersfield, biennials are showcasing the best of contemporary painting.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
The best new venues and revamped food and drink menus in Manchester and the North as we head into autumn.
Literature Events in Manchester and the North
With literature festival season starting its engines, we select our top picks, alongside some standout launches and readings.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
A true crime rock musical, contemporary dance and punchy new writing feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Get inspired to make the most of autumn with day trips, pumpkin carving and ghosts in this month's Tours and Activities guide.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Halloween's on the horizon, but there are some big film festivals to dive into first.