A new digital re-telling of the stories of the Housekeepers that lived here. Artwork by the ground-breaking artist Leo Mercer
Committed to serving and service, surrounded by power and privilege, what was it like to be a Housekeeper at the Judges Lodgings? Uncover a new digital story told with humour through illustration, animation, projection and sound to illuminate the story of the Housekeepers.
Step inside the Servants Hall to hear from those who served the Judges, from Ellen Leighton's £50 annual salary to Peter Tomlinson and his prize-winning chickens. Ask yourself, who really belongs at the Lodgings?
Artwork by leo&hyde, a collective of musical storytellers who love using creative technology. leo&hyde use creative tech in imaginative ways to tell stories. Recent projection work includes Rapturous Delight (National Trust), and 'they were people first', a projection on the Judges Lodgings in Light Up Lancaster 2023, inspired by Lela Harris' portraits.
Part of Judges Lodgings 400 – Voices from Our Communities supported by the National Lottery, thanks to National Lottery Players. Included in admission.
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Visitor information
Address
Church Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS
01524 581241
Opening times
The museum is open 11am - 4pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the season. The season is Thursday 3rd April - Sunday 16 November 2025. The building is also open for our Dark History tours throughout the winter and for pre-booked school visits and pre-booked private tours.
To enquire about booking a private tour please email judgeslodgings@lancashire.gov.uk or see our What's On page for event details.
Exclusions and safety measures
Art Pass holders free entry applies to Museum only. Events may still be charged.
Refurbishments
The Judges' Lodgings now has a new Welcome Gallery to highlight the key stories of the house including the arrival of the Judges and the Lancashire Witch Trials.
