4.3
20 reviews
Wilton Park, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 0AS
01924326155
01924 326164
bagshaw.museum@kirklees.gov.uk
www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/museums-and-galleries/bagshaw-museum.aspx
School Visits - 10am - 2:30pm Check the website for seasonal opening times
Free entry but school workshops incur additional charges: £240 (full day visit from 10am - 2:30pm) £155 (half day) £65 (self-led)
Ancient Egyptian Workshop
This full day workshop will develop students' substantive knowledge of the period. Students will compare different roles and occupations in Ancient Egypt, understand more about Egyptian beliefs on life and death and consider the importance of mummification in Ancient Egyptian society.
This will be achieved through disciplinary skills, as students become archaeologists, formulating their own interpretations through the fragments of artefacts that remain.
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Complete the enquiry form on our website
Our visits are per class up to 36 children, with no limits on adults. The costs are:
£240 (full day visit from 10am - 2:30pm)
£155 (half day)
£65 (self-led)
Yes! Visits cost £65 and we can design a bespoke trail for you
We would always look to rearrange a visit, rather than cancel.
If your visit is cancelled more than 28 days in advance there will be no charge.
If it is cancelled within 28 days (inclusive) you will be charged for 100% of the cost of the visit
Yes, we will send you a risk assessment beforehand but please complete your own considering your class needs.
If you have not visited the museum before, a free planning visit is advised so that you have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the museum and discuss your visit with a member of staff. Please contact the museum to arrange a convenient time to visit.
We require a minimum of 3 staff per class, however to adhere to our own risk assessment we recommend the following ratios:
1:4 - Reception
1:6 - Key Stage 1
1:8 - Key Stage 2
1:15 - Key Stage 3
1:20 - Key Stage 4+
We have disabled parking, a disabled lift to allow interior access to the first floor and a fully accessible toilet
The Museum car park is free and suitable for coaches and mini-buses
Schools can have their lunch in the Education Room, or may wish to spend some time outdoors in Wilton Park.
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3rd May 2025
Plus useful for Religion and World Views as has some Indian artefacts.
20th Jan 2025
Whilst quite a small museum, the children enjoyed the range of activities and workshops. The museum was closed to the public so felt safe and secure. The improvements to the Kingdom of Osiris trail booklet are great (easier for children to read/complete and a more logical order to approach the exhibits). The mummification workshop is engaging for the children and staff ensured everyone had a role. Children enjoyed handling the artefacts. There is a good gift shop though we didn't use it. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. The building seems to be in managed decline sadly but still a great day for a Year 3 class.
5th Mar 2024
Great staff, engaging and knowledgeable. Patient and understanding.
