Location: Keighley
Top Things to do in Keighley
The 7 Best Museums in Keighley, England
Keighley (/ˈkiːθli/ ( listen) KEETH-lee) is a town and civil parish within the metropolitan borough of the City of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England. Historically in the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is situated 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Bradford and is at the confluence of the rivers Aire and Worth. The town area, which is part of the Brontë Country, has a population of 51,429, making it the third largest civil parish in England.
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1. Vintage Carriages Trust Museum of Rail Travel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 119 reviews
Open 11.00 Last admission 16.00. Please wrap up warm if visiting in winter. We are a small volunteer-run museum, so sorry - we don't have a cafe. We are located approx 400 ft after the totally separate Ingrow Loco Museum. We are close to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.You don't have to be a railway enthusiast to enjoy our museum! Over 60 television programmes and films have featured carriages from our museum. Watch the videos. Listen to the sound presentations as you sit inside the carriages. See the differences between 1st, 2nd and 3rd class. Signs, posters and small exhibits.
Reviewed By 490joannel - Wodonga, Australia
I am not a locomotive enthusiast but being a little older (51) I found it interesting to compare things here to what I remember from when I was little and my nana used to arrive by train in Sydney from Melbourne. I will make an effort to go back while I'm in the area and will be happy to pay the small entry fee again. I particularly loved the visual and audio recordings depicting early train travel.
2. Keighley Bus Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By icomeiclean
excellent museum run by volunteers only well worth a visit. Open the first Sunday of each month March-November 12.00 noon until 4.00 pm.
3. Wuthering Arts
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By hepworth_bell - Hertford, United Kingdom
Did a round trek to Top Withins stopping here briefly on the way, Meet 2 walkers coming from the other direction to chat to briefly, but, other than a small chatty grouse that followed us, we were alone in this peaceful environment
4. Werxzovart Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Werxzovart is a solo artist owned and run studio gallery in Haworth, West Yorkshire. The artist Sonje Hibbert makes all the work which includes ceramic vessels, acrylic painted canvas and various steel & mixed media works of art. The very high quality pieces are collected by customers around the world and Sonje welcomes you to view the work in the quirky gallery on Main Street. Stunning work made on site, very unique and original pieces to adorn your home. Highly collectable is an understatement and Sonje values the support of all her customers. There is also opportunity to participate in pottery classes at the studio which is located behind the main gallery space. Sonje appreciates you may wish to record pieces in the gallery to reflect on for a future purchase however for artist copyright reasons ( and respect!) we would rather you don't take photographs in the gallery but ask first or use the website. Thanks in advance and thanks also in advance if you are leaving a review.
5. Bronte Parsonage Museum
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4.5 based on 1,927 reviews
* 17th March - we have closed the museum due to the C-19 outbreak. Check website for the latest information.* The Bronte Parsonage is the former home of the world's most famous literary family and the place where Charlotte, Emily and Anne wrote some of the greatest novels in the English Language. The house evokes the atmosphere of the Brontes' time and offers visitors an unique insight into their day - to - day lives and varied interests. The rooms the Brontes' used are largely unchanged and are filled with a world-class collection of furniture, clothes and personal possessions. Whether you are a fan of the Brontes' writing or simply intrigued by remarkable people and their stories, you will find visiting the Parsonage an absorbing and unforgettable experience. The museum offers an ever-changing programme of exhibitions, events, and activities for the whole family. Listed opening hours reflect first and last entry to the Museum (Last entry 4.30, shop remains open until 5.00pm).
Reviewed By lynnemW5564BU
This is an excellent museum to visit - and not just for Bronte fans - there is plenty to see and occupy the visitor for hours. Bronte fans will find it exceptional - there are many personal items belonging to the Bronte's to look at - its so inspiring and the staff are really passionate about the place - and really helpful too. The surrounding area is good to explore too - including a walk on the moors.
6. Cliffe Castle Museum & Park
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4.5 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By ruthcD9844LV - Skipton, United Kingdom
Beautifully landscaped park with lovely water features. The museum is free and well worth a visit. The house itself is stunning and retains its original furnishings. The museum has an extensive rock collection plus works of art and objects from local industrial history. The newly renovated cafe offers really yummy freshly baked home made cakes plus a selecion of food and drink and ice creams. The park houses small animals such as birds and rabbits which seem to be very popular with children and also a greenhouse with a collection of interesting plants and cacti. There is also a playground for the children. The park has lots of events throughout the year such as concerts and a garden party so it's worth checking on line to see what's going on. Last year I attended a free willow weaving course which was amazing and we got to take home the things we made. I would say cliffe castle is the best feature of the town and not to be missed.
7. Keighley Civic Centre & Police Museum
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4.0 based on 55 reviews
Civic Center museum tours temporarily unavailable from the 30th of March, 2015. We apologize for any inconvenience and will advise of any changes when known. We thank you for your understanding.
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