Facilities

The Royal Armouries museum in Leeds offers a range of facilities for our visitors.

Shopping

Our shop stocks a large range of books, videos and DVD’s, replica swords and armour as well as a good range of stationery, gifts and jewellery. There is plenty for the children too, from toys and costumes to books and games.

Don’t worry if you can’t get to one of our museums to make a purchase, visit our online shop.

Places to eat

We offer plenty of choice when it comes to food. The Nelson Bistro, serves a full range of meals, snacks and drinks and there are cafes serving snacks, cakes and drinks. There is a picnic area on the 4th floor.

Disabled access

The Royal Armouries Museum is committed to providing a full range of facilities to enhance the enjoyment of all our visitors.

For further details visit our access page or contact us.

Scary Horned Helmet

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Paranormal Programme: Ghost Walk

A guided Ghost Walk around Fort Nelson.

04 December

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Did you know?

First commerical steel melting

Benjamin Huntsman of Sheffield is widely credited with the first commercial melting of steel in around 1740, using his crucible process. However, the melting of steel had long been practiced in central Asia and India and was known as Damascus steel.

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