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Bankfield Museum
Bankfield Museum's displays cover local history, costume, art, toys, military history, jewellery and textiles from around the world. We also host temporary exhibitions including costume, embroidery, quilting, textile art, paintings and photography.
A Museum since 1887, Bankfield tells the story of Halifax and Calderdale, using its rich and diverse collections.
Set in the attractive surroundings of Akroyd Park, at the centre of Akroydon model village conservation area, this Victorian mansion was the home of local mill owner, philanthropist and MP, Colonel Edward Akroyd.
Where to find us
We are only a short distance from the centre of Halifax, with free onsite parking and nearby public transport links.
There are frequent buses. Bus timetables are available on West Yorkshire METRO.
Accessibility
Disabled parking is to the rear of building with access via a ramp. The ground floor is wheelchair accessible (main areas and galleries of museum). Toilets, disabled toilet and baby change are all on the ground floor. There is no lift to the upper floors. Large print labels are available for exhibitions. Handling boxes are available for visually impaired visitors. Please contact us to discuss any requirements, staff will be glad to help.
Address
Bankfield Museum
Akroyd Park
Boothtown Road
Halifax
HX3 6HG
Get in touch
Phone: 01422 352334
Email: museums@calderdale.gov.uk
Instagram: @BankfieldMuseum
Facebook: /BankfieldMuseum
Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 16:00
Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday:
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday
10:00 - 16:00
Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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Closed | Closed | 10:00 - 16:00 | 10:00 - 16:00 | 10:00 - 16:00 | 10:00 - 16:00 | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Opening Hours
Facilities
The car park is located close to the main entrance of the site. From this entrance, the Main Hall is accessed via an internal flight of steps. Further parking and disabled parking spaces are around the back of the Museum, with access via a ramp onto level floors throughout the ground floor.
Toilets and an accessible toilet are all on the ground floor. Baby changing facilities are also available.
A selection of snacks and hot and cold drinks are available to purchase from a small tearoom on the ground floor.
There are a selection of items and crafts for sale in our gift shop on the ground floor.
Bankfield Museum has a selection of rooms available for private hire - please see the venue hire page for details.
Admission
Free
Bankfield Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday and Bank Holidays Mondays.