Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible. There is a level entrance to the rear of the museum. Please push the buzzer at the back door to gain access, a member of staff will come to assist you. Please note the museum is unsuitable for larger mobility scooters.

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

Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental. Please contact the museum to reserve the wheelchair as there is only one available. If it is not reserved upon arrival visitors are welcome to use it.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is Whitby Museum wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Whitby Museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. There is a level entrance to the rear of the museum. Please push the buzzer at the back door to gain access, a member of staff will come to assist you. Please note the museum is unsuitable for larger mobility scooters.

Is Whitby 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?

No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.

No, Whitby Museum have stated they are not dog friendly. Assistance dogs only allowed in the museum and adjoining Art Gallery and park.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options.

Can visitors bring their own food?

No, guest are not allowed to bring their own food No food or drink is allowed within museum gallery areas.

No, there is no parking. A small number of accessible parking spaces are available at the museum. Please contact the museum on 01947 602908 if you will require a space to ensure one can be reserved for you, otherwise these are on a first come first served basis.

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

No, there is no private hire at Whitby Museum.

What are the closest public transport stops or stations to the attraction?

St Hilda's Terrace, Harrisons Garage, Chubb Hill bus stops (2-5 minute walk). Whitby Train Station (10-15 min walk) Whitby Bus station (10-15 min walk). The yellow open top tour bus stop 3 is next to Pannet Park and a short walk across a zebra crossing into the park to the museum - approximately 500 metres. These leave every half hour from various points in town. https://www.coastalandcountry.co.uk/open-top-bus/ The Park and Ride - April to October - has a stop on St Hilda's Terrace next to Whitby Museum. The trains from Middlesbrough, Steam train from Pickering, Yorkshire Coastliner and local bus routes stop an the main transport hub which is a 10-15 minute walk up hill to reach the museum. The X4, X4a Arriva will take you up hill from the main bus station, get off at Harrisons Garage stop for a level walk to the museum.

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

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

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Whitby Museum

Whitby, North Yorkshire

All Ages

Museums and Art Galleries Indoor Outdoor

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About Whitby Museum

Whitby Museum has something for all ages with collections covering Fossils, Natural World, Social History, Costume, Whaling, and local history. The Cabinet of Curiosities, lovers of the strange and unusual should check out the gruesome Hand of Glory and the Tempest Prognosticator. Entertain the kids with our family activities designed to help kids interact with the collection. The awe inspiring fossils and marine reptiles on display will entrance any fossil lover. Explore Pannett park around the museum to find the Jurassic garden and journey through time. Discover Captain James Cook and Whitby's famous explorers and inventors. Find out what vessels they sailed in with our stunning model ships - including one made of bones by French prisoners of war!

A treasure trove of curiosities.

Whitby Museum is unusual and quite wonderful! Revealing the life of our historic coastal town from the Jurassic era to the present day, our collections are fascinating – even quirky. Come and see our fossils, costumes, model ships, the gory hand of glory! Whatever your age, whatever your interests, Whitby Museum is a precious treasure trove.

Unique fossil skeletons and ammonites.

Icthyosaurs, plesiosaur, dinosaur foot prints and very special local ammonites are on display to please every fossil lover. Found within the locality of Whitby, discover what Yorkshire coast fossil hunters have found over the years - you'll be amazed!

See the UK's only known surviving Hand of Glory!

Shrouded in folklore mystery Whitby Museum's famous Hand of Glory draws visitors from around the world. Reputedly the preserved hand of a hanged felon the hand is said to have put people into a deep sleep unpon the lighting of the fingers...

Facilities

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

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, Closed
Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:30
Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:30
Thursday, 10:00 - 16:30
Friday, 10:00 - 16:30
Saturday, 10:00 - 16:30
Sunday, 10:00 - 16:30

Tuesday to Sunday 10 - 4:30 (last admission 4pm)

The museum closes in December and January - please check website for exact closure dates.

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-17) : Free
Adult (18+-18+) : £8.50

Carers go free. Art Pass holders free. Discount for Blue Light holders. British military veterans go free.

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Parking

: No, there is no parking.
A small number of accessible parking spaces are available at the museum. Please contact the museum on 01947 602908 if you will require a space to ensure one can be reserved for you, otherwise these are on a first come first served basis.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: 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.
: No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.
: No, Whitby Museum have stated they are not dog friendly.
Assistance dogs only allowed in the museum and adjoining Art Gallery and park.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
: No, guest are not allowed to bring their own food
No food or drink is allowed within museum gallery areas.

Accessibility Information

: Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.
There is a level entrance to the rear of the museum. Please push the buzzer at the back door to gain access, a member of staff will come to assist you.
Please note the museum is unsuitable for larger mobility scooters.
: Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.
Please contact the museum to reserve the wheelchair as there is only one available. If it is not reserved upon arrival visitors are welcome to use it.
: No, special assistance is not available.
: Yes, Whitby Museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.
There is a level entrance to the rear of the museum. Please push the buzzer at the back door to gain access, a member of staff will come to assist you.
Please note the museum is unsuitable for larger mobility scooters.

Tickets & Bookings

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

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: No, there is no private hire at Whitby Museum.

Public Transport

: Every 15 minutes-half hour.
: St Hilda's Terrace, Harrisons Garage, Chubb Hill bus stops (2-5 minute walk). Whitby Train Station (10-15 min walk) Whitby Bus station (10-15 min walk). The yellow open top tour bus stop 3 is next to Pannet Park and a short walk across a zebra crossing into the park to the museum - approximately 500 metres. These leave every half hour from various points in town. https://www.coastalandcountry.co.uk/open-top-bus/ The Park and Ride - April to October - has a stop on St Hilda's Terrace next to Whitby Museum. The trains from Middlesbrough, Steam train from Pickering, Yorkshire Coastliner and local bus routes stop an the main transport hub which is a 10-15 minute walk up hill to reach the museum. The X4, X4a Arriva will take you up hill from the main bus station, get off at Harrisons Garage stop for a level walk to the museum.

Contact Details

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Whitby Museum
Pannett Park
Whitby
North Yorkshire
YO21 1RE
England

Find us up the hill from Whitby swing bridge. Or catch the yellow Tourist bus and get off at the Pannett Park/Museum stop. What three words location: dictation.commented.lurching

Tel: 01947602908

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Whitby Museum

About Whitby Museum

A treasure trove of curiosities.

Unique fossil skeletons and ammonites.

See the UK's only known surviving Hand of Glory!

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Public Transport

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