Richmondshire Museum — Attraction in Richmond

Such a hidden gem. Although we haved loved in Richmond for well over 10 years we had never actually been to the museum. What we missed out on was a place to find out about the local area through the ages. Right back to 1066 to present day. I personally like seeing photos of buildings that you can still see today, being able to see the actual history of the building makes it come alive.

So don't miss this hidden gem just off Frenchgate or if you come the other way just turn left at...

Fabulous place and such lovely volunteers running it! Well worth a visit. Much more than we were expecting and we spent a lot longer than we thought we would (an hour and a quarter). Great value for money. It's on a little back road off the market Square - look for sign over an alleyway! Really informative and well laid out. Lots of reconstructed shops etc. Brought back...

Can't award any higher as, though it was advertised as being open and was meant to be open, it wasn't. It was locked shut. Very disappointing. I understand that they are dependent on volunteers for staffing, but nevertheless, always a let down when opening hours vary on such a random, ad hoc basis, and Richmond is a hilly lil town to get around to...