Explore New Park’s Hidden Heritage Centre

New Park was developed as an industrial suburb to Harrogate which grew along the main Skipton and Ripon Roads in the 1840s. It was the location of the town's gas and electricity works. Not only was there housing for the workers but a pub, shops, chapels, a school and an institute to serve the population - and a railway.

The Heritage Centre was developed to celebrate New Park, its people and its history. Photographs, artefacts and a full size replica of the railway engine emerging from the tunnel are all on view. There are classroom zones, a laundry, street scenes, and much more.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 15 September:

1330 -1600

Location & directions

New Park Primary Academy, Skipton Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 3HF

Directions:

New Park Heritage Centre is located within the grounds of New Park Academy in a residential area. The entrance to the Heritage Centre is on West Street (not on Skipton Road). Parking is on-street and limited. Further parking can be located in surrounding streets

Contact on day:

Terry Williams

Telephone number:

+447806639155

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The path through the Centre is pebbled. On-street parking is available on adjoining side-streets.

Additional information

Most of the centre is indoors but there are some outdoor sections so please wear appropriate clothing. Any dog should be on a fixed short lead, must be well behaved and not trouble other participants. Limited refreshments will be available.

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