Come and do time in Ripon!

Follow the Law and Order Trail around the historic city of Ripon and visit the three museums that together tell the story of law and order in Yorkshire, providing an insight into the harsh conditions our forebears had to endure not so many years ago. Each museum is housed within its own historic building, which forms an integral part of the overall visitor experience.

Workhouse Museum restoration

Following an extensive restoration, the Workhouse Museum will not re-open to the general public until Easter 2010. We will also be open during February Half-Term (13th - 21st). Groups and schools by appointment only during November & December 09 ... more

Christmas Day in the Workhouse

A chance to see the Workhouse before the official public opening:

Christmas Day in the Workhouse - Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December. 10am - 4pm. Children FREE. Adults £2 entry including refreshments.

Workhouse Garden restoration

A restoration project is being undertaken to re-establish many features of an original Workhouse garden. The project will introduce a planting scheme that is appropriate for the site and its historical context ... more

Help! Volunteers needed

The museums depend on volunteers for behind the scenes administration, ongoing maintenance, and to provide reception and guide services for our visitors. If you feel you can help us, please contact us ... more

Courthouse Museum

Visit the Courthouse Museum, now fully restored to its original 1830 colour scheme, stand in the dock and imagine being sentenced 'to be transported beyond the seas' to Australia, for stealing as little as a loaf of bread ... more

Prison and Police Museum

Do 'time' in the Prison & Police Museum, try out the stocks and pillory; sit in the original victorian cells, experience the treadmill, crank and shot drill; see a 'Doctor Who' style police box and gain valuable insight into policing history ... more

Educational visits

The museums offer victorian-themed, schools educational visits, based on National Curriculum Key Stage and QCA learning programmes. Visits can be tailored to meet specific themes and needs ... more

For further information or if you have any comments about this site, please contact The Museums Manager, Ripon Museum Trust, The Workhouse Museum, Sharow View, Allhallowgate, Ripon HG4 1LE, telephone 01765 690799 or e-mail info@riponmuseums.co.uk.

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