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Shibden Hall
Lister's Road, Halifax HX3 6XG
Opening Times:
End Nov-End Feb: Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm.
End Feb-End Nov: Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm.
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Description:
Shibden Hall is one of Halifax's most important historic homes and has been a family residence since 1420. This half-timbered building is set in a beautiful park and woodland with a boating lake, miniature railway and children's play area.
Shibden Hall and Folk Museum are packed with wonderful collections of carved oak furniture, books, paintings, toys, horse drawn carriages and trade tools.
Contact Details:
Michala Watson, Museums Education Officer Spring Hall Mansion, Huddersfield Road, Halifax HX3 0AQ 01422 284427 Shibden Hall 01422 352246
Learning Programmes:
The education team at Shibden Hall offer a range of historical workshops for Key Stage 1 and 2. All workshops are interactive and are presented by costumed characters. Subjects range from life as a Victorian servant through to Tudor costumes and toys.
Specialisms:
The Museum specialises in Victorian and Tudor interactive workshops.
Associated Resources
 The Victorian ServantFind out about the life of a Victorian servant at Shibden Hall Read More » |
