First opened in 1854 as a workhouse, the year-long renovation at Ripon Workhouse Museum has resulted in a range of improvements to the visitor experience thanks to the support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The major project opens up previously unseen rooms, improves accessibility and delivers environmentally sustainable upgrades at the historic building
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Children enjoy making bread and porridge in the kitchen at Ripon Workhouse Museum after its reopening following a £2.8m renovation. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
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The new, improved Ripon Workhouse Museum with its rooms packed with history is full of things for families to do this summer. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
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Ripon Workhouse Museum after a £2.8m facelift is already proving a hit with young visitors. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
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Youngsters enjoy making bread and porridge in the kitchen of the new-look Ripon Workhouse Museum. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
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Experiencing a Victorian school lesson at the refurbished Ripon Workhouse Museum. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
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Pictured laundry demonstrations in the Vagrant Workyard at Ripon Workhouse Museum. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks