7 Museums in Rotherham That You Shouldn't Miss

Gallery Town is The only Permanent Open Air Art Gallery in the UK and is situated in the heart of Rotherham Town Centre. There are over 100 pieces of artwork positioned in 60 locations around the Town. Tour guides are available from The Visitor Centre on Bridgegate. The Gallery is open 24/7, 365 days a year and is completely free. You can indulge in a day of shopping in Rotherham's amazing independent shops as well as leading retailers whilst enjoying the open air art gallery which can be viewed all around you on the shop buildings. Shopping in Rotherham is a great experience and lots of fun, can you find its hidden gems?! Gallery Town also includes several Pianos decorated creatively including The Sapheye Rae which is located in the Central Library at Riverside and was designed by Kasabian band member Ben Kealey. These are also included in the Tour Guide.

Clifton Park was originally the private ground of Clifton House, and opened as a public park in 1891 with house opening as a museum in 1893. The park is now the home to one of the region's biggest and best play areas, with the Water Splash, toddler zone, sand play, and plenty for more adventurous kids including a giant tower slide and BMX/Skate plaza. The Museum offers a flavour of how the Walkers used to live as well as allowing you to discover the fascinating history of the Rotherham Borough. The park and museum are both free to visit. You can also participate in a wide range of activities throughout the year, some of which are chargeable. Whilst visiting make time to visit the Granary Cafe for a light lunch or a slice of cake and a refreshing drink. There is also a gift shop to buy your souvenirs.

The South Yorkshire Transport Museum is a non-profit organisation which relies on donations, sponsorship, funding and the help of its volunteers to keep it running. A part of history is kept alive through the careful restoration of the vehicles.

Originally built as a shooting lodge by the Earl of Effingham, Boston Castle is a square, two-storied building standing on one of the highest points in Rotherham. The Castle is a Grade II listed building that has been recently restored to its former glory, with the addition of modern visitor facilities. It stands in the grounds of Boston Park, an eight hectare park with an attractive garden area and large open area for recreation. The Castle has viewing platform offering panoramic views of Rotherham and Sheffield, which you can access for a small charge. Access to the viewing platform is generally during opening hours or by appointment and flat shoes must be worn. As well as Boston Castle itself a range of exciting events and activities are staged throughout the season. On-site car parking and toilet and baby changing facilities are also available. Boston Castle is open from April to the end September plus Bank Holiday Mondays during these months.

Open your mind and prepare yourself for a mind-blowing voyage of discovery...A hands-on, feet-in, full-on day out at Magna. Opportunities for adventure are endless. Built within the Former Templeborough Steelworks, inside you can explore the four pavilions themed around the elements Earth, Air, Fire and Water which are linked by suspended walkways, stairs and tunnels. Outside there is the outdoor adventure playground, Sci-Tek which will allow you to defy gravity and explore the limits of science or splash into Aqua-Tek, the outdoor water play areas where you can be sprayed, squirted, misted and drenched. Join us throughout the year for fantastic family science workshops, zip wire and a range of special events. PLEASE NOTE: Magna is a coats on experience due to the nature of the building and it dark in areas to encourage explorations and experience the feeling of the past during the days of Steel Production. See website for event schedule.