With a reputation as a classical architectural masterpiece of its age, Fairfax House was originally the winter home of Viscount Fairfax.

‘Eclectic’ is the name of the game at the Bagshaw Museum in Batley. Their collections are varied but not lacking in quality.

Tucked away in a quiet, leafy garden, Bolling Hall Museum is full-to-the-brim with the history of its residing families.

Durham University’s specialist museum showcases an exhibition which ranges from the prehistory to modern times, charting the history of Durham.

Durham University displays a devoted exhibition, looking at the art and archaeology of the great cultures of Northern Africa and Asia.

Dent Village Heritage Centre & Museum displays important, yet lesser known, histories. The centre itself has been built entirely through local labour, with the displays covering histories from vampires to slavery.

Interactive optical illusion, for each visitor to immerse themselves in. This specialty museum in Keswick will baffle, surprise and amuse.

Considered one of the best collections in the world, whether you are already a miniaturist fan, or a fresh face, you won’t leave this Museum without an appreciation.

Located in Carlisle Castle since 1932, now covering 300 years of history, and focused on the community links with Cumbria’s military.

A fantastic and varied day out, all in one place. Bolton Museum, Art Gallery and Aquarium is a centre for cultural interest.

This engrossing Museum houses a four-floor collection of industrial machinery and artefacts, some of which are the only authentic models in the country.

Situated in the beautiful gardens of Akroyd Park, Bankfield Museum is a grand Victorian villa with permanent exhibitions of textiles and costume, as well as varying temporary exhibitions also.