Wakefield Museum — Attraction in Wakefield

A hidden gem of a museum, my daughter loves dressing up and playing at kitchens, while I sit in a comfy arm chair and listen to wartime wireless.

A variety of displays about Wakefield, all interesting and well put together.

The current Charles Waterton exhibition is fantastic, narrated by famous names, including David Attenborough, with really detailed papercut displays of birds and trees, a must see.

Great cafe opposite and a decent...

This is a fascinating museum, having displays such as animals, ornaments and tools in its spacious area! It is also well-organized, placing artifacts from specific time periods in the same glass boxes. Navigation in the museum is able to be done with ease since there are signs for all the floors, which you are able to go in lifts to. The staircase itself is massive, serving the clean museum well...

I love this place. It works on so many levels. It is inclusive, with some interactive displays, both written and audible commentary and uses sound as part of a landscape to depict atmosphere. All the staff are lovely amd more than happy to help and explain when needed. A great way to learn new things about the area, whilst at the same time being transported back to...