Kirkleatham Museum & Grounds

31/08/2026

🌞 It’s Bank Holiday Monday! 🌞

Looking for somewhere to enjoy the extra day off? Don’t forget, Kirkleatham Museum is OPEN today! 🎉

We don’t usually open on Mondays, but we’re making an exception for the Bank Holiday, so why not pop along and enjoy everything the museum has to offer?

🕙 Open today: 10am – 4.30pm
⏰ Last admission: 4pm

Explore our exhibitions, discover fascinating local history and enjoy a great day out!

🎟️ And remember, museum admission lasts for one whole year from the date of purchase, so there’s plenty of time to come back and visit us again!

We look forward to seeing you!

30/08/2026

What a summer it’s been at Kirkleatham Museum! 💛

As the summer holidays begin to draw to a close, it’s time to look back on what a wonderful summer of fun and smiles we’ve had here at Kirkleatham Museum! 🎉

From teddy bears and dinosaurs 🦖🐻 to pirates and scallywags 🏴‍☠️, circus skills, crafts, trails, games and plenty of adventures, there’s been something for everyone to enjoy!

We’ve loved seeing so many happy faces exploring the museum, getting creative, playing, learning and making memories together.

A huge thank you to everyone who has visited and helped make our summer so special. 💕 We hope you’ve had as much fun as we have!

And remember… the fun doesn’t stop just because the summer holidays are coming to an end! 👀

28/08/2026

🦖 MR BONES IS BACK! 🦖

Calling all dinosaur fans! 🦕 Mr Bones is back at Kirkleatham Museum today and Sunday, 10am–3pm, bringing a little extra prehistoric fun to your visit! 🦴

And time is running out… ⏰ There’s ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT to explore our roarsome dinosaur exhibition! 🦖🌋

Don’t miss your chance to step back in time, discover incredible dinosaurs and enjoy a dino-mite day out for all the family! 🦕

📅 Mr Bones: Today & tomorrow
⏰ 10am–3pm
🦖 Dinosaur exhibition: Only one week left!

Who’s ready for a prehistoric adventure?

27/08/2026

JAWS IS COMING TO KIRKLEATHAM!

This Friday 28th August, Mr Bones is bringing something MASSIVE to the 'Dinosaurs, Monsters and Lost Worlds' exhibition at Kirkleatham Museum.

A set of Megalodon jaws!

That's right – the jaws of the most terrifying predator ever to swim our oceans will be on display. And the big question is… DARE YOU STEP INSIDE FOR AN EPIC PHOTO?

But that's not all! You'll also get the chance to handle real Megalodon fossil teeth – feel the weight of history in your hands and imagine what it was like to come face-to-face with this prehistoric giant.

Perfect for fossil fans, adventure seekers and anyone brave enough to take on the mega shark!

24/08/2026

📚 Looking ahead to the new academic year! 🎒

As the summer holidays start to draw to a close, we're looking ahead to September and our education programmes. Our programme for home education families kicks off with a playful session exploring Victorian toys, seaside holidays and more! 🧸🎠🌊

👧 For children aged 3–7 years
🎟️ £5 per child, including a day pass to the museum
👉 Booking essential https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on?q=kirkleatham+museum

It's a fun, relaxed opportunity for little ones to explore the past through play, stories and hands-on activities

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23/08/2026

🌊 Between the Tides Festival is taking place again today! 🌊

If you’re heading to Kirkleatham Museum today, here’s a reminder about parking:

🚗 The museum visitor car park is closed while the festival takes place.
🚗 Parking is available at Kirkleatham Showfield.
♿ Blue Badge parking is available at Kirkleatham Walled Garden.

🏛️ Kirkleatham Museum is open as usual, so why not make a visit part of your day? Enjoy our exhibitions, museum trails, play park and more.

We look forward to welcoming you! 🌊

22/08/2026

🌊🎶 Visiting Between the Tides Festival this weekend? 🎶🌊

Why not pop in to the museum as part of your plans!

We’re open as normal this weekend from 10am–4.30pm (last admission 4pm) and there’s plenty to see and explore, from our fantastic exhibitions and museum trails to our play park.

And don’t forget… your museum admission is an annual pass! 🎟️ That means once you’ve paid, you can come back and visit us as many times as you like for the next 12 months!

So if you’re in Kirkleatham village for the Between the Tides festival, pop in and say hello – we’d love to see you!

21/08/2026

Children aged 4+ and their families are invited to try a fun new museum trail here at Kirkleatham Museum. The Lotta and Lola Museum Trail is a free spotter activity from Kids in Museums and Simon & Schuster inspired by Pudding Now Please, a new and original series from Charlie and Lola creator Lauren Child, starring Lola and her friend Lotta.

Follow the trail around the museum to help Lotta and Lola collect kind and useful-ish words that help us all get along. Complete the trail to collect a free sticker! (while stocks last)

The trail will run from tomorrow - Saturday 22 August until Sunday 13 September.

Share your drawing on Instagram or BlueSky with the hashtag and tag for a chance to win wonderful prizes, including a Double National Art Pass Plus Kids courtesy of Art Fund and a signed Lauren Child book bundle!

21/08/2026

Please be aware that Kirkleatham Museum’s car park is closed from today as preparations begin for the Between the Tides Festival 2026, parking today will be at Kirkleatham Walled Garden.

The car park will remain closed throughout the weekend, and alternative parking is available at the Kirkleatham Showfield, with Blue Badge parking available at Kirkleatham Walled Garden.

🏛️ Kirkleatham Museum remains open as usual, and we look forward to welcoming visitors throughout the festival weekend.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

20/08/2026

🐰🎩 We’re going down the rabbit hole! 🎩🐰

There are still tickets available for our White Rabbit & Mad Hatter Show taking place next week – Wednesday 26th August! ✨

Get ready for a fun-filled show packed with:

🎭 Hilarious comedy
🎲 Interactive games
🎵 Catchy songs and sing-alongs
💃 Energetic dancing
✨ Plenty of audience participation

Perfect for families and children, this 45-minute show promises plenty of laughter, music and magical memories from start to finish! 🥳🐇

📅 Wednesday 26th August
⏰ Shows taking place throughout the day
🎟️ Tickets are essential

Don’t be late… you don’t want to miss the White Rabbit! 🐰⏰

👉 Book your tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on?q=kirkleatham+museum