Elizabeth Love Museum Pontefract

The building was originally the Main Guard and Barbican of Pontefract Castle, was used as a debtors prison in the 18th century and was once an antiques shop, visited by Queen Mary in 1935. The house became a private residence in the 1960's, when Joe, Elizabeth and their father Joe moved in.
The Love's were an ordinary family, Joe junior a miner and Elizabeth a nurse, however they had a passion for collecting, with an interest in the development of local crafts and industries. The house has been preserved; in the main; much as Elizabeth and Joe lived in it, with very few modern fixtures and fittings.
The newly re-opened Museum covers three floors and volunteer guides will provide a guided tour and be available for questions.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:

10:00; 11:15; 12:45; 14:00

Saturday 20 September:

10:00; 11:15; 12:45; 14:00

Location & directions

6 Castle Chain, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1QH

Directions:

The Museum is located adjacent to Pontefract Castle entrance.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

State date, time, contact details and number of people visiting. Please state 'Heritage Open Days' in your email heading.

Booking contact name:

Elizabeth Love Museum

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

04 Aug 2025 09:00 AM

Booking closes:

19 Sep 2025 01:00 PM

Accessibility details

The Museum is located over 3 floors and has limited access for people with mobility issues. Due to the fragile nature of the collection, the Museum are unable to admit persons under the age of 15.

Additional information

The Museum does not have car parking facilities. The nearest public car parks are in the town centre, approximately 800m from the Museum.

Max no of people per tour:

8

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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