# The Hepworth Wakefield — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This striking waterside gallery showcases expansive art exhibitions across generously proportioned spaces flooded with natural light. Families can explore world-class displays with convenient parking, wheelchair access and an onsite restaurant. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/wakefield/attractions/the-hepworth-wakefield (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Art Gallery # The Hepworth Wakefield Gallery Walk [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2748356140667444439&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Hepworth Wakefield](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101141969079502644807) **In short:** The Hepworth Wakefield is an art gallery in Wakefield, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,932 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Hepworth Wakefield This striking waterside gallery showcases expansive art exhibitions across generously proportioned spaces flooded with natural light. Families can explore world-class displays with convenient parking, wheelchair access and an onsite restaurant. ## What's nearby - Chantry Bridge next door - Evans Halshaw Vauxhall Wakefield 150m away - Screwfix Wakefield 150m away - B&M Home Store 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [IM Holmes](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110999796192652352949/reviews) ★★★★★ A small but interesting museum based around the work of Barabara Hepworth. The best bits are the sections on her life, work and tools. I didn't like the temporary exhibition on the work of other artists so much. Nice shop. Also went to the huge annual ceramics fair. That I would really recommend. The museum is quite a brutalist concrete structure but I like the huge windows. The nearby victorian mills and the small garden are lovely. Also some beautiful willow trees. · via Google [C L (exploring local towns)](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105458502703134554926/reviews) ★★★★★ A beautiful building and lovely gardens, with views across the river and towards the city. Nice cafe and gift shop. The Chantry Chapel is nearby which is lovely to visit too. · via Google [Rubén Molina Fernández](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105351827024271440959/reviews) ★★★★★ Shame on me: I had not visited this truly fantastic museum before, despite living less than an hour from it. It is worth visiting just for the building itself. The way the whole lot is perfectly combined with the location, its surroundings, including the river, with a cute garden housing some sculptures, the main bridge to access the museum from the car park, is superb. The curated collection in the museum is simply magnificent. I visited attracted by Helen Chapwick's "Life Pleasures" exhibition, and my high expectations were gladly met: thought provoking, full of unexpected beauty, really original. The shop is well supplied, and the coffee room was quite enjoyable: well attended, with great coffee and a good variety of food. The atmosphere was the best for me, in my opinion: although not empty, it was quiet and I had the chance to go across some of the pieces without waiting for others to leave me room. I guess it helped I went in a school day. There were plenty of lockers to leave your bags should you want to. But I could enter with my small backpack. The toilets, like the rest of the museum, were very clean, and all working well. The only negative remark is the car park: my sat nav did not give me the right directions, and I found the sign directions were not totally clear? It cost £4 for the full day. Considering that the ticket to the museum was free (as a resident in Wakefield district), I do not think it is fair to complain. · via Google [Babs Babs](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101433001068816239284/reviews) ★★★★★ What a stunning hidden gem! We honestly didn’t realise The Hepworth Wakefield has been here since 2011 — and it’s literally so close to us! The building itself is beautiful, modern and full of character, and the whole space is very calm and inspiring. Today we also discovered the Elizabeth Fritsch – “Otherworldly Vessels” exhibition, and it was absolutely fascinating — so different, unusual and artistic in a very unexpected way. The museum is well organised, staff are friendly, and there’s a lovely riverside café to relax afterwards. Perfect weekend spot for anyone who enjoys art, culture and discovering something new. Highly recommend — Wakefield is definitely more arty than I thought! 🎨👏 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48796657b3fd3437:0x26241f5938bf1cd7!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this art gallery features a magnificent Barbara Hepworth collection, diverse temporary exhibitions, and engaging activities for children. They also highlight the delicious food and coffee in the cafe, which offers views over the river. Guests mention the friendly and knowledgeable staff, as well as the clean and well-maintained restrooms. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Gallery Walk, Wakefield, WF1 5AW [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.6759985%2C-1.4912888) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,932 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Wakefield [More attractions in Wakefield](https://staycation.co.uk/wakefield/attractions) ★ 4.5 (2,932 reviews) [Visit official website](https://hepworthwakefield.org?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01924 247360](tel:01924247360) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Wakefield **Postcode** WF1 5AW **Plus Code** 9C5WMGG5+9F [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48796657b3fd3437:0x26241f5938bf1cd7!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48796657b3fd3437:0x26241f5938bf1cd7!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48796657b3fd3437:0x26241f5938bf1cd7!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Wakefield Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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The Hepworth Wakefield has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at The Hepworth Wakefield? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact The Hepworth Wakefield? 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