In the 1950s, workmen made an unusual discovery in Yarm – a battered helmet. Known locally as the ‘Viking helmet’ there has been much debate about its age- until now!
Address
Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Yarm Road, Eaglescliffe
Stockton-on-Tees. TS18 3RH
If using a Sat Nav, please use the postcode TS18 3RJ
Parking
Free parking is available within both the main and overflow car parks.
Designated disabled spaces are located within the main car park, adjacent to Cafe Tees.
There are two electrical vehicle charge points within the main car park, located by the Adventure Play Area.
By Train
Preston Park Museum & Grounds is about a 12 minute walk from Eaglescliffe Railway Station, operated by Northern. Grand Central also run services between Sunderland and London.
By Bus
The museum is on a well serviced bus route with a stop at the entrance to the grounds.
For more information about public transport links, visit www.connectteesvalley.com or telephone Stockton Tourist Information on 01642 528130.
Accessibility
The park has many accessible paths, however there are also a number of rough and uneven pathways which can be difficult to navigate, especially in wet conditions.
The museum is wheelchair and pushchair accessible. Wheelchairs and walkers are available to use throughout your visit, please ask a member of staff if you require assistance. Please be aware that our gardens are accessed via a gravel path.
- Visitor Visual Story
- Free Entry for Carers
- Relaxed Openings
- French and German Speaking
- Disabled Parking
- Wheel Chair Hire
- Hearing Induction Loop
- Accessible Toilet Facilities
- Lifts
- Parent and Child Facilities
- Assistance Dogs
Book your museum visit
So that we can safely manage the number of people inside the museum, we are asking everyone to pre-book their visit online (including annual pass holders). Tickets will be available to book a week ahead of visiting.
This does not include entry to Butterfly World.
Upcoming Events
5 signs that autumn is here
Autumn is one of our favourite times of year, from the leaves changing colour to berry laden trees,pumpkin patches and apple harvests.
