Clifton park museum

The record breaking Clifton park museum is a day out with a difference. One of the most modern and user-friendly museums in the country, the twice nominated museum of the year features famous exhibits such as Nelson the Lion and the breath-taking Rhinoceros Vase, the first ever porcelain vase cast in one piece.

The museum highlights the history of the borough in a way that appeals to all ages and helps to bring both our lives, and those of our ancestors, into sharp focus with the latest in high tech displays and interactive exhibits.

Events

We run an exciting programme of events and exhibitions at Clifton park museum.

Education at Clifton park museum

At Clifton park museum we offer a variety of learning opportunities for school pupils, early learners and adults. Groups are welcome to attend on an unassisted visit, or book on to one of our 'led sessions'. Our school sessions are linked to the national curriculum, and also focus on the history of the Rotherham area. We cover subjects including Old Toys, Romans, World War II and Victorians.

For more information, please visit the services to schools page.

Museum facilities include:

• Displays and Interactive exhibits
• Regular cookery sessions on the restored Victorian Range
• Lion's Den children's play area
• Granary Café - please see our new menu
• Gift and souvenir shop
• Toilets and baby changing
• Full access for people with disabilities
• Pay and display on-site parking. See the table of parking charges further down this page.

Opening hours

The last admission is 30 minutes before closing time and we are open on bank holidays. Admission to the museum is free, but there may be a charge for some events. Please see our events programme for details.

Parking Charges

 Last update: 26/04/2013