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Eureka! The National Children's Museum, located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, is an interactive educational institution that emphasizes learning through play. This museum is designed to provide a fun and engaging environment where children can explore and learn.

Hands-on Learning at Eureka!

Eureka! The National Children's Museum follows the North American model of children's museums. It is designed for families with children aged 0–11 and promotes hands-on, inter-generational learning. This approach encourages children and adults to learn together, fostering a shared sense of discovery and enjoyment.

Location of Eureka! The National Children's Museum

Eureka! The National Children's Museum is conveniently located on the former British Rail land, adjacent to the Halifax railway station. This location makes it easily accessible for visitors travelling by train.

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Eureka! The National Children's Museum
Discovery Road
Halifax
HX1 2NE Halifax

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Visitor information Eureka! The National Children's Museum

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00
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Admission

1 – 2£7.95
3+£17.95
Under 1 year oldFree
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Coffee
Child-friendly
Parking

Location & Map

Discovery Road, Halifax

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Eureka! The National Children's Museum Reviews

Eureka! The National Children's Museum has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Eureka! The National Children's Museum in Halifax, England is an interactive science and discovery center designed for children. The museum offers hands-on exhibits and activities that encourage learning through play. Visitors appreciate the wide range of exhibits covering topics such as the human body, technology, and everyday life. Many parents find the museum educational and engaging for children of various ages. The staff is generally described as friendly and helpful. Some visitors mention that the museum can get crowded, especially during peak times and holidays. A few reviewers note that some exhibits may need updating or maintenance. The café receives mixed reviews, with some finding it adequate and others suggesting bringing your own food. Overall, most visitors find Eureka! to be a fun and educational day out for families, though some feel the admission price is a bit high for what's offered.

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    Natalie • Jul 23, 2023

    From a very unhappy parent . So my children were in the secure play area on the 2nd floor with a gate that shuts and a sign what says please keep closed , I wasn't worried my child would leave this secure play area unless myself or partner let them out , next thing my child is missing , so as a panicking parent you can imagine how I was feeling , so I'm searching the second floor for my son , shouting my son is missing and I'm looking for staff , there was no staff at all on the second floor that I could ask for help as my son was missing as a parent had let my son out of the playroom , if this was me and I noticed a child on its own I would ask who's child this was instead the careless parent/parents let my child out of the play area , I then very luckily found my son who has just turned 3 and this was his birthday treat , so I then went to complain to staff and they did not seem at all bothered , our trip cost £71 altogether and because of the carelessness of the parent and staff we all wanted to go home as we were all shaken up , I was in floods of tears even when talking and trying to explain what had happened , I will not be returning here again as I feel there was not enough staff and due to carelessness of other parents .

    Visited on Jul 22, 2023

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