Take a step back in time to Lark Hill Place, an atmospheric re-creation of a typical northern street during Victorian times.

The street is set at the turn of the last century, although many of the items are older to show development over time. The ambiance is set at teatime on a winter's evening when the street gas lamps have just been lit. The sounds of children playing, horse-drawn carriages and a 'knocker-upper' fill the street. Walk down the street and take a peek inside the many shops and houses, including a toy shop, chemist, grocers, a blacksmiths and an artisan's cottage.

From the 15th October until the 1st November 2020 the street has been given a Halloween makeover using decorations and items from the museum collections - see if you can spot what has changed!. While you're in Lark Hill Place why not have a go at our trail (available from 17th October) - Find Famine! Have a go at spotting the tiny copies of one of our best-loved paintings 'Famine' - find all the letters to work out the name of the artist. Trails are disposable and you will get your own pencil and sticker so please be assured that this is a safe activity.

Add a trail to your bookings for just £2.

Max. of 10 people on each time slot. We kindly ask any booking made does not include more than one household. Updated government guidelines have requested face coverings are worn when visiting museums from the 8th August (unless exempt).

We ask that you do not make a booking for more than one household in your party. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by someone who is 16 or over and who is responsible for them during their visit. We request that for every 5 children visiting there is at least 1 responsible adult with them.

Please note the first floor Art Galleries are unavailable to visit at this time due to ongoing building works.

Visits are free, however, we welcome donations. Your support helps us to deliver our learning programme and to produce changing exhibitions.