Malton Museum

Museum Collections

Malton Museum’s extensive collections primarily originate from archaeological excavations conducted between 1925 and 1970, alongside numerous smaller, subsequent digs. The museum’s holdings have been significantly enriched by generous public donations, including notable collections from metal detector enthusiast Jim Halliday and local historian Nigel Huddleston. Currently, Malton Museum manages approximately 1,100 boxes of artefacts, with 96% archaeological material. The museum regularly rotates displays to showcase various items from its extensive archives.

Accessibility

Please note that access to Malton Museum involves three stone steps with handrails, which currently prevents wheelchair and large pram access. A large-print guide of exhibition texts is available upon request. While the museum itself does not provide toilet facilities, nearby public toilets are available in Malton’s Market Place. Accessible parking is available close by in the Market Square, offering two hours of free parking.

Safeguarding

Malton Museum is committed to safeguarding all visitors, staff, trustees, and volunteers. Comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures are in place to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Concerns raised are taken seriously and managed sensitively according to the museum’s safeguarding policy.

Group Visits

Tailored group visits are warmly welcomed, whether for schools or adult groups. To arrange a group visit, contact education.maltonmuseum@gmail.com, specifying preferred dates, visitor numbers, ages, and any particular areas of interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is photography permitted? Yes, visitors are encouraged to take photos and share them on Malton Museum’s social media pages.
• Are dogs allowed? Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
• Does the museum have a shop? Yes, the shop sells cards, gifts, books, and more, accessible during normal opening hours even without museum entry.
• What payment methods are accepted? Malton Museum accepts both cash and card payments.
• Does Malton Museum have a café? While there is no on-site café, Malton is renowned for its excellent independent cafés, delis, and restaurants.

Getting to Malton Museum

By Public Transport:

Malton Museum is a short five-minute walk from Malton’s bus and railway stations. Regular services connect Malton with York, Leeds, Scarborough, and Whitby.

By Car:

The nearest car parks are in the Market Square (two hours free parking) and Navigation Wharf (free weekend parking). SatNav postcode: YO17 7AB.