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Watch our new case study films with Towneley Hall in Burnley and Warrington Museum and Art Gallery now

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Funded by Arts Council England, Museum Development North enables strong, agile museums to contribute to the distinctive life, culture and identity of the North of England. Museum Development North is a partnership between York Museums Trust, the Manchester Museums Partnership, Cumbria Museum Consortium and North East Museums (formerly Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums) and builds on strong foundations of delivering regional museum development since 2012. Our team of experts provide advice, give support and create opportunities for museums to connect, collaborate and grow.

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Upcoming events

Introduction to Location Audits

This session will focus on how to undertake an audit of your object locations. We will look at the Audit and Location and movement control procedure as well as practical tips for conducting and documenting a location audit. The session will cover: The definition and scope of both procedures. How the procedures relates to Accreditation […]

26 August 2026

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Accreditation Mentor Meet Up

Join Museum Development North for an Accreditation Mentor support session. These online meet-ups are designed to offer support for existing Accreditation Mentors, whether you’re new to mentoring or have years of experience. They will be a laid-back and informal opportunity to meet other mentors working across the north of England to share experiences, knowledge, challenges […]

2 September 2026

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Cyber Security: How to protect your organisation and stay secure online, Thursday 3 September

Join PC 805 Courtney Irons, the Cyber Protect & Prevent Officer from North Yorkshire Police Cyber Crime Unit to find out more about how to protect your museum and stay secure online.  The session will cover: The importance of personal cyber security, such as: Use of strong passwords Use of two factor authentication Updating your devices How […]

3 September 2026

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Nantwich Museum – Project Officer

Nantwich Museum is seeking a dedicated professional to join the team where they will be overseeing an exciting new project, ‘Nantwich Salt: the story behind the growth of the town’ – a project made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. You will have experience in: • Designing and developing community activities that engage a […]

7 August 2026

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Peace Museum – Principal Contractor Tender

The Peace Museum is seeking a Principal Contractor for a Building Comfort & Usability Retrofit including: Principal Contractor duties under CDM 2015 Central heating incl pipework, radiators and valves ASHP/AC system Far infrared heaters Window blinds Metal window refurbishment Metal framed window draft proofing (named specialist contractor) Associated access, protection, testing, commissioning and handover BWIC services, minor […]

5 August 2026

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Bronte Parsonage Museum – Marketing and Development Officer

The Bronte Parsonage Museum is looking for a dynamic individual to lead on marketing and development for a maternity cover. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the postholder will be responsible for driving visitor numbers and maximising revenue from ticket sales, retail, donations, membership subscriptions and fundraising initiatives. The Marketing & Development Officer will work […]

4 August 2026

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