Heritage Open Days at Leeds Industrial Museum

About

Visitors are invited to explore the city’s rich industrial heritage during Heritage Open Day at Leeds Industrial Museum. Taking place across the opening weekend of the Heritage Open Days Festival, this free event offers an opportunity to discover the historic museum grounds through guided tours at selected times.

Event Details

• Venue: Leeds Industrial Museum
• Dates: Friday 11 September to Sunday 13 September 2026
• Time: From 11:00am
• Admission: Free
• Booking Required: No, this is a drop-in event

What to Expect

As part of the national Heritage Open Days Festival, visitors can enjoy free guided tours of the museum grounds and learn more about Leeds’ industrial past. The tours provide insight into the site’s historical significance and its role in the development of a city often referred to as the “City of 1,000 Trades”.

Tour times will be confirmed closer to the event date. Visitors are welcome to make a day of their visit by exploring the wider museum, enjoying refreshments, and discovering additional exhibitions and displays available on-site.

Important Information

• Free entry applies to the museum grounds tour only.
• No ticket is required to attend.
• Entry to the museum itself is not included with the free tour.
• Donations are welcomed and help support the museum’s ongoing work.

Why Visit?

Heritage Open Day offers an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Leeds’ industrial heritage through a relaxed and informative experience. Whether visitors have a long-standing interest in local history or are discovering the museum for the first time, the event provides a valuable insight into the people, industries and innovations that helped shape the city.