Craven Museum and Gallery
Museum Overview
Craven Museum and Gallery is located in the centre of Skipton, North Yorkshire. It is home to a collection of local artefacts which depict life in the area from prehistoric times through to the modern-day.
The museum reopened in 2021 after a National Lottery Heritage-funded redevelopment project. There are displays covering biology, geology and archaeology including cave finds. Plus social history artefacts, paintings and more.
They are a treasure trove of around 60,000 objects including a first folio of Shakespeare’s plays printed in 1623, Roman items and items from prehistoric times. They have a number of trails for kids to take around the museum.
Further Information Craven Museum and Gallery
Is there food and drink available?
There is no cafe but there are plenty of places where you can purchase food and drinks nearby.
What are the main things to do?
A museum dedicated to the history of the area from prehistoric times to the present day. There are public toilets.
What are the ticket prices?
The museum is free to visit.
Is there parking?
There is parking nearby, charges may apply.
When are they open?
Craven Museum is open from Monday to Saturday for most of the year. Please visit their website for up-to-date information.
Dog friendly?
Only assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
