WATCH: Small museum that relies 'on just cash' claims it would be forced to CLOSE if it has to use card payments - 'It's not viable!'

A museum in the beautiful market town of Thirsk, North Yorkshire, could be forced to close if access to cash dwindled, volunteers have warned.

The Thirsk Museum, housed in the birthplace of Thomas Lord of Lords Cricket Ground, has told the story of the area for more than 80 years.

The museum’s treasurer Lyn Taylor told GB News: “We do not charge an entrance fee; people just donate what they can.

“If cash goes, we will have to close as it isn't financially viable to get a card machine.”

Ms Taylor has noticed fewer visitors are carrying cash since the coronavirus pandemic.

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