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Castle Kitchen: Soul Cakes
Saturday 24 October 2026
10:30am – 4pm | Demonstrations throughout the day
Included in general admission
Call into the Castle Kitchen during your visit, located off the Secrets of Dress gallery, to watch live seasonal cooking demonstrations throughout the day.
This October Half-Term, we’re making Soul Cakes, a small cake with sweet spices traditionally made for Halloween. These treats are a symbol of community and remembrance in Christian traditions, used as offerings to commemorate the dead.
Try a tasty samples and scan the QR code on display for the recipe, so you can try it yourself at home!
York Castle Museum Opening Hours
Monday 11am-5pm
Tuesday - Sunday 10am-5pm
Seasonal opening hours may apply, check the York Castle Museum website for the most up to date information.