2 Vicar Road Darfield - From Corner Shop to Museum
2 Vicar Road, Darfield, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S73 9JZ
The building at 2 Vicar Road, which is a restored Yeoman's residence, was a popular village corner shop, owned by Maurice and his partner Fred Halliday. When Maurice retired in 1977 aged 65, he closed the shop, built an extension to the rear (now the tea room), and started his collection of antiques. After his death and the will was finalised, a group of seven men set up the Darfield Area Amenity Society and began the long process of funding and converting the premises into a museum, as per Maurice's wishes. This exhibition chronicles the challenging six year journey to make this happen.
In addition to the architectural display, the museum displays some of Maurice's antiques, along with artifacts donated showing the area's long industrial and social history.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000-1400
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 1300-1600
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1000-1400
Location & directions
2 Vicar Road, Darfield, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S73 9JZ
- Directions:
- The museum is easily accessed being a short distance from the A635 Doncaster Road.
- Contact on day:
- Carmen Hancock
- Telephone number:
- +441226754593
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The main building entrance is up several steps, there is disabled access along the side of the building giving access to the area of the tea room, however there are steps within the building and uneven floors so it not suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs in the main part of the building. The exhibition rooms upstairs are accessed by a flight of stairs, so is not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs or those unsteady on their feet.
Additional information
There is parking on the roads nearby. There is a tea room selling drinks and home-made cakes as well as a shop selling locally made crafts. Payment is by CASH in the tearoom only, or cash or bank transfer within the shop. There are a number of activity packs available for children attending. The museum is staffed by friendly volunteers who would be happy to help make your visit enjoyable and informative.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 10
