Preston Park Museum and Grounds

Preston Hall, which stands in 100 acres of parkland, was originally opened as a museum and park in 1953. Following refurbishment in 2012, it was able to display a wide range of the items in the Stockton Museum Services’ collection.

Explore the galleries

The museum holds a diverse collection of objects themed into four galleries, The Hall and Its People, Collectors and Collecting, the River Tees and Clocking Off, an investigation of working life. It also shows an exciting programme of temporary exhibitions.

Pop to the Victorian shops

The museum boasts a replica Victorian Street, where visitors can step back in time and experience life as it was in the late 19th century. Visit an ironmongers, printers, grocers, sweet shop, drapers, chemist, police station and blacksmiths and interact with costumed volunteers.

Outdoor pursuits

Explore the park's picturesque Walled and Victorian Winter Gardens, or admire the colourful insects in Butterfly World. For the more energetic there is an adventure playground and a skate park. On selected days you can get a ride on the The Teesside Small Gauge Railway.

Events and activities

The museum hosts events and festivals throughout the year, with live music, traditional crafts, and delicious food. You can also participate in regular creative and craft workshops for all ages, plus there are special children’s activities in the school holidays.