Fieldhead Hospital
Ouchthorpe Lane
Wakefield
WF1 3SP

Tel: 01924 328654

This unusual Museum of Mental Health depicts the story of the West Riding Pauper Lunatic Asylum built in 1818.

The exhibition includes restraining equipment, a padded cell, photographs dating from 1862 plus medical and surgical equipment and documents.  

There is also a scale model of the original 1818 building built by a former curator of the museum based on the original plans and drawings.  

• The museum is open each Wednesday, from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Entrance is free.  
• There are adequate wheel chair facilities and adjacent free parking.
• It is recommended that visitors contact the curator on 01924 328654 before visiting.
• Groups are welcome and talks can be arranged

(This museum is not managed by Wakefield Council.)