Oakwell Hall family trail - Pirates to Potatoes
Nova Lane, Birstall, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 9LG
The free trail will be available from Oakwell Hall and will be in and around the building, but not upstairs so should be fully accessible.
Aimed at families, but free to all.
European nations including the Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch and the English started a period of exploration during the 16th Century motivated by promises of wealth and trade in luxury goods. Discover where they sailed to and what they traded and how it changed the world forever. Find out what a pirate looked like in Tudor times and how difficult were the journeys they made.
No booking required but trail only available when the hall is open 12 noon - 4pm Saturdays and Sundays (Last entry 30 minutes before closing time).
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
- Sunday 08 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
- Saturday 14 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
- Sunday 15 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
Location & directions
Nova Lane, Birstall, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 9LG
- Directions:
- For additional information about visiting Oakwell Hall and country park please visit our website: https://www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/museums-and-galleries/oakwell-hall.aspx Please also see additional event at this venue on 11th Sept - Guided Tour
- Contact on day:
- Visitor Reception
- Telephone number:
- +441924324761
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Please note that Oakwell Hall is a Grade 1 listed building and access to upstairs areas in the hall is only via stairs. The trail will be downstairs and around the building but not upstairs, but visitors are encouraged to explore the whole building where possible.
Additional information
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 40 minute(s)
