Our Next Open Day

Sunday 8th March 2026

Theme: Road and Rail Safety

The museum will be open to the public on the dates above from  10:30am to 4pm

See OPENING TIMES for more details of when we are open

including our admission prices.

See FIND US for location map, driving directions

and public transport connections.

South Yorkshire Transport Museum

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Road and Rail Safety

Step into a world of discovery and adventure at the South Yorkshire Transport Museum’s Open Day, as we shine a spotlight on Road and Rail Safety– an essential, engaging theme for visitors of all ages! Explore an exciting array of vintage and historic vehicles, climb aboard beautifully restored buses, and get up close to remarkable transport treasures from years gone by.

Throughout the day, enjoy interactive displays and hands‑on activities that bring safety to life, from understanding how our roads and railways are kept safe to learning the essential skills that protect passengers and workers every day. Meet knowledgeable enthusiasts, hear fascinating stories, and see demonstrations that reveal the incredible engineering and people behind our modern transport systems.

Take a break in our cosy onsite café for delicious food and refreshing drinks before heading back out to discover even more.

Fun, informative, and packed with things to see and do, this month’s event promises an inspiring day out for families, enthusiasts, and curious minds alike. Don’t miss it – an unforgettable journey into the world of transport safety awaits!

🚍 Join the Team at South Yorkshire Transport Museum!

Love history? Vintage vehicles? Or just being part of something special?

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help keep South Yorkshire Transport Museum rolling!

Home to a fantastic collection of vintage cars, buses and transport history, our museum is run by volunteers and powered by community spirit. Whether you can spare a few hours a month or want to get stuck in regularly, there’s a role for you.

🛠 What Can You Get Involved In?

There’s a wide variety of enjoyable, hands-on roles available:

🚿 Museum & Vehicle Care (Tuesdays & Saturdays)

General housekeeping

Cleaning and polishing vehicles

Helping keep the museum looking its best

🎒 Education & School Visits (Weekdays)

Helping guide school children around the museum

Supporting educational visits and sharing transport history in a fun, engaging way

🏛 Open Days (2nd Sunday of every month)

Assisting other volunteers during public open days

Helping with vehicle movements before opening and after closing

Chatting with visitors and being part of the buzz

No experience is needed for most roles – just enthusiasm and a willingness to help. Full guidance and support are provided.

📍 Interested?

Contact: Chairman@sytm.co.uk

Memories

We lost two great members/volunteers of the museum.

Left: Keith Bott who was the kind of person to keep the volunteers in check and if there was any job that needed doing, Keith would be there to complete most tasks. His museum experience and running a museum was second to none and he had a real passion for the South Yorkshire Transport Museum. A real asset that will be missed by all. Our thoughts are with Joan and the family.

Right: Sylvia Hawksworth who used to work in the Cafe and was again a great member/volunteer of the team serving customers on a Sunday and making sure the post were done when they finished the daily shift. Sylvia will be missed by everyone who worked with her and our thoughts are with her husband Pete and family.

📚 Specialist Volunteer Roles Needed

We’re also keen to hear from people with experience or interest in the following:

🗂 Museum Curator

Someone with prior knowledge of museums, heritage, or transport history

Helping care for and interpret our collection

💻 Archivist

Ideally computer literate

Helping organise, preserve and digitise records, photographs and historical materials

These roles are incredibly important in protecting the museum’s history for future generations.

💙 Why Volunteer With Us?

Be part of a friendly, passionate team

Learn new skills (or share the ones you already have!)

Meet like-minded people

Help preserve local transport history

Have fun while making a real difference

You don’t need to be a transport expert – just bring your interest, curiosity and a smile.

📍 Interested?

Contact: Chairman@sytm.co.uk