There is also a lovely theatrical ‘Audience with Father Christmas’ to enjoy too. Home; Your Visit. Christmas on Kirkgate NEW for 2019, York Castle Museum presents A Dickensian Christmas on Kirkgate WEEKENDS: 16th Nov — 22nd Dec 2019 plus Monday 23 – Tuesday 24 December 2019 Featuring: A Dickensian Christmas on Kirkgate DON’T MISS… “The best Father Christmas ever is in York!” Create unforgettable memories this festive season with York’s favourite FatherfiChristmas. Visitor Information; Access; Families; YMT Card; Museum Leaflet; Shop; Cafe 68 at the Castle Museum; Group Bookings; Exhibitions .

A Dickensian Christmas at York Castle Museum. Experience the magic of Christmas past as York Castle Museum’s Victorian street comes to life with a host of Dickensian characters! Whilst we make every effort to display a broad spectrum of our collections it is not always possible for all our collections to be on display at once.

A Dickensian Christmas at York Castle Museum 2019 – I have always loved the York Castle Museum and have been an occasional visitor since I was a child. Kirkgate, the Victorian street within the Castle Museum in York is bedecked with Christmas decorations for their ‘Dickensian Christmas’ event. York Castle Museum – Christmas. Step into a spectacular storybook setting, where your favourite characters await you.

Experience the magic of Christmas past as York Castle Museum’s Victorian street comes to life with a host of Dickensian characters! York Castle Museum; York St Mary’s; Yorkshire Museum; York Venues; Facebook Twitter.

Please note: York Castle Museum is home to an extensive and varied collection of items and artefacts. Weekends 16th November – 22nd December plus 23rd and 24th December 2019. Museum of Broken Relationships; Kirkgate: The Victorian Street; Shaping the Body; 1914: When the World Changed Forever. Journey back in time to discover how Christmas was celebrated over 150 years ago on Kirkgate; the ideal backdrop for a month of Christmas festivities, music and cheer. Please check the latest exhibitions to find out what collections are currently on display or contact us on 01904 687687.

Father Christmas will be taking well-earned breaks throughout the day, at the following times: 11.30am – 12 noon; 1.30pm – 2pm; 3.30pm – 4pm; Buying Your Tickets

We’re thrilled to share with you our magical programme for Christmas 2019 at York Castle Museum!

Date: Thursday 11 June 2020, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Venue: York Castle Museum Join Jessica Whitfield for a walking tour and talk as you discover a brief history of transportation at York Castle Gaol, including an early prison reformer, the children left behind by their mothers, and attempted escape and mutiny. A Dickensian Christmas.

Costumed actors wander round, keen to chat to you in character. Friday 21 December and Christmas Eve* *early closing at 1pm.