A painting of a ship in choppy seas

Navigating stormy seas and changing tides, explore the scientific discoveries in our collection that have helped to shape modern understandings of the climate and changed the course of history.

Discover how weather and climate affect journeys to sea, hear stories of weather folklore, and learn about the fascinating figures that have inspired the modern day shipping forecast and other technological advancements.

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Good to know

Trinity House has no visitor car park and there are some access restrictions at this venue. For full details please visit our Trinity House webpage

Free car parking is available for users of the Kirkgate Shopping Centre and is limited to 90 minutes after which a charge applies. Easily accessible via bus and tram (nearest stop: Foot of the Walk).

Disabled access to the ground floor of the house only.

The vaults are down steep stairs.

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