Glen Road Baildon Shipley BD17 5EA West Yorkshire England
Collection details
Archaeology, Weapons and War, Natural Sciences, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, World Cultures, Fine Art, Music, Coins and Medals, Archives, Science and Technology, Social History, Land Transport
Open
May - August: Wednesday to Sunday, 12 noon to 5pm
April/September/October: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 12 noon to 5pm
November - March: Wednesday and Sunday, 12 noon to 5pm
Open Spring & Summer Bank Holiday Mondays 12am - 5pm
Admission charges
Admission free
Description
Bracken Hall Countryside Centre and museum is situated on the edge of Shipley Glen, a popular beauty spot. The Centre has displays relating to the natural history, geology, archaeology and local history of the area. The colourful interactive wildlife exhibits delve into the lives of badgers, frogs and bats, and tanks contain a variety of local water creatures and mini-beasts. There are interactive displays about other animals and foodwebs.
The small charming garden attracts different kinds of wildlife throughout the year from tadpoles to butterflies and honeybees. The garden is designed to show how people can attract wildlife to their own gardens, and also features bee-hives, rabbits, guinea pigs and a pond.
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
Collections
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Disability Access
Braille information and/or interpretation
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Induction loops in exhibition spaces
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Events and resources for children and families
General Education
Academic publications and resources available
CD-ROM guide available
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Shop
Study facilities
