Things to see at Castleford Museum

Castleford Museum

A pair of adults, one seated, looking in a display case containing mining objects

Things to see at Castleford Museum

There’s so much to see at Castleford Museum! From awesome ancient objects, to pit village photography, there's lots to explore.

Here’s some of the highlights currently at Castleford Museum:

Two adults looking at and discussing a display case containing the remains of an Iron Age chariot

Iron Age chariot burial

This chariot is over 2000 years old. Find out about the Iron Age man who was buried with it.

Discover why it is so rare and important.

A person looking at a well-preserved leather sandal with many straps in a glass display case

Ancient Roman sandal

Imagine walking in a Roman soldier's shoes. These incredibly rare leather sandals come from the fort of Lagentium (Roman Castleford). They inspire re-enactors today, who know them as 'Castlefords'!

Find out more about Castleford's Roman roots. Discover more amazing ancient objects found under our feet.

Two adults, one holding a child, all looking at an information panel with an old photo on that says 'Castleford Museum is your museum'

Jack Hulme photographs

Be transported back to the mid 1900s. See local life through the lens of amateur photographer Jack Hulme.

He was a hairdresser from the pit village of Fryston who taught himself to take amazing photos.

His candid pictures tell the story of his mining community.

'A present from Castleford'

Look out for the charming decorations on this hand decorated mixing bowl. It was a gift to Amelia Hartley for New Year 1903.

Castleford specialised in domestic pottery like this. They used local clay and fired the kilns with local coal.

See how styles changed from the 1700s to the 1960s.

Two people stood either side of a table-sized Henry Moore sculpture of an abstract reclining femalefigure

Draped Reclining Figure

Admire this beautiful bronze by Castleford’s most famous son. Sculptor Henry Moore grew up in Castleford. Learn how his early life shaped his success as an artist.

(On loan from The Hepworth Wakefield)

A person looking in at a case containing walking sticks made from glass

Sweet-filled walking sticks

Check out our glass walking sticks full of sprinkles!

From the 1800s to 1980s, Castleford was a centre of glass making. Factories made drinks bottles and food jars. Workers also made fun pieces to show off their skill.

What other quirky novelties will you spot?