Bakewell Old House Museum

Step back into Bakewells long and rich history. A 1 hr walk from the river Wye to the Old House led by knowledgable and enthusiastic guides. Discover hidden facts, myths and legends on this enlightening and entertaining tour.  

Guided tours of the museum and it's collection - Fascinating stories from this almost 500 year old building. Meet Christopher Plant the Tudor tax collector. View the incredible architecture of this Tudor building. View the museum extensive collection of over 9,000 items. So much to see and interest school groups of all ages.

Explore our fascinating social history collection which offers a wealth of learning opportunities and reflects the impact of pivotal events on Bakewell and the surrounding area from Anglo-Saxons onwards. Step into the past and experience how we used to live by exploring the rooms of this original Tudor building.

Our exhibits and tours link with cross-curricular KS1, 2 & 3 topics and learning objectives and can accommodate local history projects.

To help you plan your visit, download a  RISK ASSESSMENT. This is designed to act as a guide to help you fill out your own risk assessments before visiting the museum...we hope it helps! See below for more details of the tours.

Bakewell Town Trails

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• KS2 Anglo-Saxon Bakewell - Synopsis  

• KS3 Medieval Bakewell - Synopsis

• KS1/2 Tudor Bakewell - Synopsis

• KS1/2 Victorian Bakewell - Synopsis

• KS2  History of locality, Richard Arkwright - Synopsis

Victorian Laundry Sessions

KS1/ 2 - Set in the atmosphericVictorian kitchen, pupils are given a Victorian alter ego, dressed in period costume and are allowed to handle museum exhibits, creating an authentic and enjoyable washday.

Victorian Songs, Toys and Games

KS1/2 Learn and sing Victorian songs.

Play with authentic Victorian games and toys in our courtyard, including Hop Scotch, Skipping Ropes, Hula Hoops, Whip and Tops.