Thackray Museum of Medicine

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Travel through time in the world of medicine at Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds

Located beside St James’s Hospital in Leeds, the Thackray Museum of Medicine invites you to explore the gritty, gripping, and groundbreaking history of healthcare. From Victorian surgery to modern medical marvels, the award-winning museum brings the story of medicine to life through immersive galleries and hands-on exhibits.

About your Thackray Museum of Medicine tickets:

  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
  • Duration: Recommended visit time is 2+ hours
  • Location: Thackray Museum of Medicine, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7LN
  • Tickets include: Access to all permanent galleries, Victorian Leeds street, operating theatre, and medical innovation zones

What's On at Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds?

Discover the world of diagnosis as you explore the UK's largest independent medical museum:

  • Victorian Disease Street: Wander through a recreated 19th-century street and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the era
  • Operating Theatre: Watch a reenactment of surgery before anaesthesia and antiseptics - gruesome, gripping, and unforgettable
  • Medical Innovations Gallery: Discover the breakthroughs that changed the world, from vaccines to prosthetics
  • Galleries all about medical innovation: Discover the breakthroughs that changed the world, from vaccines to prosthetics, to changing attitudes towards mental health
  • Sparks! Play Area: A sensory-rich space for under-5s (additional charge for adults, kids go free)
  • Temporary Exhibitions: From “Private Parts” to “Poo, Glorious Poo,” there’s always something new to explore
  • Food and Drink: Feeling peckish? Refuel at the onsite café serving locally-sourced pastries, savoury bites and barista-served coffee from North Star Coffee Roasters. NHS staff can also enjoy a 10% discount on all food and drink.

Get ready to uncover the story of medicine - from the past that shaped us to the innovations that define our future. Book Thackray Museum of Medicine tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS!

Location

Thackray Museum of Medicine

141 Beckett St,
Harehills,
Leeds,
West Yorkshire,
LS9 7LN
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How to find us

  • There is an onsite Pay and Display car park at the front of the museum
  • Public Transport: Reach Thackray Museum of Medicine from Leeds City Centre on Buses 16, 42, 49, 50 and 50A
Facilities
  • Fully wheelchair and buggy accessible
  • Accessible toilets, including a changing places toilet
  • On-site parking
  • Cafe and gift shop
  • Soft play for under-5s
  • Relaxed openings on the last Sunday of each month from 10am to 11am.
More Info
Is Thackray Museum of Medicine wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Thackray Museum of Medicine is wheelchair accessible and offers a range of facilities:

  • Step-free access
  • Accessible toilets
  • Disabled parking bays
  • Assistance dogs are welcome
What age is Thackray Museum of Medicine suitable for?

Thackray Museum of Medicine is suitable for a wide range of ages, but is especially engaging for ages 5+

Is there food and drink at Thackray Museum of Medicine?

Yes, Thackray Museum of Medicine is home to a fantastic cafe, open to the public!

You can enjoy freshly-made sandwiches, pastries and savoury bites along with barista-served coffee and sweet treats. 

What's included in Thackray Museum of Medicine tickets?

General admission to Thackray Museum of Medicine gives you full access to the Museum, immersive galleries and interactive exhibits. 

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