A unique local museum is seeking funding to ensure it can keep operating in future years.

Hidden within Castle Square, in Sheffield city centre, is one of the country’s most interesting museums.

The National Videogame Museum is the only venue of its kind in the UK, working on preserving and celebrating the heritage of computer games.

The National Videogame Museum is aiming to raise £30,000 to continue its work of preserving gaming history. | Finn Smith

placeholder image — The National Videogame Museum is aiming to raise £30,000 to continue its work of preserving gaming history. | Finn Smith

This work includes breaking down barriers to improve accessibility, and inspire children who may become the developers of the next Mario or Sonic.

However, the work doesn’t come free, and over Christmas the management team have been running a fundraising initiative to ensure this unique venue can keep operating in future years.

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In a LinkedIn post, a spokesperson for the museum said: “Our goal is to raise £30,000 this Christmas, and, as a charity with no core funding, every donation, ticket sale and partnership plays a vital role in keeping our mission alive.

“If you’re able to support - whether individually or through your organisation - it will make a meaningful difference.”

Anyone interested in helping can get in touch with the museum online.