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Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Leeds, LS5 3EH – Visit Now
Housed in the medieval Kirkstall Abbey’s magnificent former gate house, Abbey House near Leeds is an award-winning museum of social history and childhood. Take a stroll along the recreated Victorian streets of 1880s Leeds, and rediscover the toys and games of the past.
Opening Hours
- Mon: Closed
- Tue: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Wed: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Thu: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Fri: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Sat: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
- Sun: 10:00am – 5:00pm
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