Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is Dales Countryside Museum wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Dales Countryside Museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Is Dales Countryside Museum baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.

No, Dales Countryside Museum have stated they are not dog friendly. All dogs are wlecome in the gist shop, visitor centre and cafe. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the museum. We also offer dog owners shared entry tickets so you don't miss out on a visit to the museum.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food We have a picnic area outside

Are there any restrictions on food that can be brought in?

No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.

Are there picnic areas/designated spaces for eating your own food?

Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.

Is there a place to warm up food?

Yes, there is a place to warm up food.

How much does food and drink typically cost for a family of 4?

For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £30.

Are there high chairs available for kids?

Yes, high chairs are available for kids.

Are there parking fees? If so, how much?

Yes, there are parking fees. Parking fees:All time: £1.00

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities. There are accessible parking spaces available at the front of the museum

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

Yes, Dales Countryside Museum has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.

What type of packages do you offer?

We hire out our meeting room for external meetings and have events throughout the year.

Is catering provided?

Yes, private catering can be provided.

What is the maximum number of guests allowed?

The maximum number of guests allowed is 50.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Dales Countryside Museum had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public. A Changing Places toilet is a step up from a standard ‘Disabled Toilet’. It contains extra equipment and space to allow people with profound learning disabilities, as well as people with physical disabilities such as spinal injuries, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis, to use the toilet safely and comfortably.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Dales Countryside Museum

Hawes, North Yorkshire

Ages 2+

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About Dales Countryside Museum

The charming Dales Countryside Museum tells the story of the local folk and landscape of the Yorkshire Dales from deep past up to present times, and works to encourage visitors to think about the region's future. You can ride" the static train and journey through time... Themes include school days, home life, leisure time, religion, transport, communication and tourism, farming, local crafts and industries. Interesting displays help interpret the development of the Dales from prehistoric times forwards and there are also events, demonstrations of traditional crafts and ever changing temporary exhibitions help bring the Museum alive. The Museum itself is housed a conversion of the Hawes railway station and has many interactive little touches that help keep the kids interested and moving through, including a minor excursion into a mock up lead mine! Great for those interested in history already but equally useful for encouraging kids to get started on thinking about such things and terrific for extra credit / back up projects for school! It's also sedate enough to take grandparents along too."

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Free Entry for Under 16s

Families are warmly encouraged to visit us and enjoy the Museum. The Museum is designed to be fun for families, with hands-on interactive exhibits that will help you and your family explore the history of the Yorkshire Dales and the exhibits on display.

Stories of past Yorkshire Dales folk

Our museum tells the fascinating story of the Yorkshire Dales and the people who have lived and worked here and shaped the landscape for thousands of years.

Hands on activities and outdoor trail

Our packed events programme includes a wide range of different activities, from guided walks around Hawes to exciting educational activities in and around the Museum.

Facilities

Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

We are open daily 10am to 5pm, February to October

We are open daily 10am to 4pm November and December

Closed 6 – 31 January 2025

Last entry is one hour before closing

We are closed Christmas Eve to Boxing Day inc

We reopen on Friday 27 December through to Sunday 5 Jan 2025 inc

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-15) : Free
Adult (16-18+) : £5.00

Admission tickets are valid for 7 days from date of purchase

Adults: £5

Concessions: £4.50

Kids: Free

Groups (of 10 or more): £4.50

Annual pass: £10

Scurry Club Family Pass: £10

Friend of the Dales Countryside Museum: £10

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

MorningAfternoonEvening

Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

Food & Drink Options

Sandwiches

Homemade cakes

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
: Yes, there are parking fees.
Parking fees:
All time: £1.00
: There is on-site parking available
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.
There are accessible parking spaces available at the front of the museum

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
A Changing Places toilet is a step up from a standard ‘Disabled Toilet’. It contains extra equipment and space to allow people with profound learning disabilities, as well as people with physical disabilities such as spinal injuries, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis, to use the toilet safely and comfortably.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.
: Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.
: No, Dales Countryside Museum have stated they are not dog friendly.
All dogs are wlecome in the gist shop, visitor centre and cafe. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the museum. We also offer dog owners shared entry tickets so you don't miss out on a visit to the museum.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food
We have a picnic area outside
: No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.
: Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.
: Yes, there is a place to warm up food.
: For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £30.
: Yes, high chairs are available for kids.

Accessibility Information

: Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.
: Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.
: No, special assistance is not available.
: Yes, Dales Countryside Museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, Dales Countryside Museum had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: Yes, Dales Countryside Museum has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.
: We hire out our meeting room for external meetings and have events throughout the year.

: Yes, private catering can be provided.
: The maximum number of guests allowed is 50.

Contact Details

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Dales Countryside Museum
Station Yard
Burtersett Road
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3NT
England

Tel: 01969666210

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Dales Countryside Museum

About Dales Countryside Museum

Free Entry for Under 16s

Stories of past Yorkshire Dales folk

Hands on activities and outdoor trail

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink Options

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Contact Details

Verification & Last Updated

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