Monday, 12 May 2008
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park re-opened to the public in May 2007, after several years of extensive restoration work.
The Hall and its surrounding parkland have been transformed, with entire sections of the interior (previously in a poor state) given a new lease of life. Stunning ceiling paintings in the Italianate Chapel have been revealed and restored, after being hidden under layers of paint for 50 years.
The Great Kitchen, Bake House, Still Room and Laundry are also sometimes open to the public, giving a glimpse of what life was like 'below stairs'.
Our Gift Shop has a range of distinctive gifts, from jewellery and china to traditional toys and books, for a perfect souvenir of your visit.
We are open all year round and opening times are Monday to Friday 10.30am - 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 1pm - 5pm.
Admission into the Hall is FREE, (but car parking charges apply).
How to get to Cusworth Hall and Park
By Car:
The Museum is located 2 miles north of Doncaster, off the A638 Doncaster to Wakefield Road. It is signposted from the A1 and A638.
By Bus:
Take the Mainline service 42 from the Frenchgate Interchange, every 30 minutes (hourly on Sundays). This service stops at the end of Cusworth Lane, then walk up to the Hall on foot.
Telephone Travel South Yorkshire on 01709 515151 for full details of all bus services.
Facilities
Car-parking (charges apply); toilets (including disabled); tea-room.
For further details, you can contact the Curator, Frank Carpenter (Tel. 01302 782342).
Visitors can enjoy real country fare in Cusworth's Tea Room, (located in the old stables) amidst plenty of old world charm and character.
Open daily from 10am to 4pm. Delicious home-baked cakes and pastries are available, as well as a range of snacks, specials and ice cream.
Tel: 01302 390959.
Restored and Explored - The story of Cusworth’s transformation.
This exhibition is in the newly refurbished Hall and explores the extensive restoration programme that took place at Cusworth, highlighting the immense work involved and some of the fascinating discoveries made during the refurbishment. There will be accompanying tours and activities in association with the exhibition.
Watch the Birdie!
19 April – 8 June 2008
An exhibition of Portraits of Doncaster people.
From the late Victorian period to the 1940s, the studio of Luke Bagshaw on East Laithe Gate, was patronised by local people. Sometimes this was just as part of everyday life, but at other times, the occasion was special. Some visited for happy events like weddings and fancy dress parties. Others gave their families a last memento before going off to war.
The Shoe Show
21 June – 28 September 2008
Tough shoes, serious shoes, fun shoes - see them all at the Cusworth Shoe Show. Cusworth Hall is displaying the best examples from 40 years of collecting, ranging from hobnail boots to shoes for dancing.
Shires Plant Fair
Sunday 27 April 2008
10am - 4pm
Come and restock your garden with plants from 20 specialist nurseries offering rare and unusual bulbs, plants, shrubs and trees.
Morris Minor Owners' Club Rally
Sunday 11th May 2008.
Admire these classic cars in the beautiful countryside setting of Cusworth Hall and Park.
The Traditional Car Club of Doncaster Rally
Sunday 25 May 2008
11am - 4pm
Over 200 classic cars from the 1920s to the 1980s will be returning to Cusworth Hall following last year's successful day out for the Club.
Doncaster and District Motorcycle Rally
Sunday 8 June 2008
11am – 4pm
Cusworth Hall will once again be hosting this event with a chance to see classic and vintage bikes in a country house setting.
Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club
Sunday 29 June 2008
11am - 4pm
The 'crème de la crème' of vintage vehicle enthusiasts will display their cars against the fabulous backdrop of Cusworth Hall.
