Events
Knit your own Christmas
Come along to hire out one of the... Read more
Friends’ Winter Concert: Higgs Bo’sun
Higgs Bo'sun is an exciting, newly-formed folk band who'll be... Read more
A Victorian Christmas
Join us for a unique festive experience -... Read more
Latest News
Matt’s Knitathon raises almost £1,900!
“Objects & Stories” exhibition – now extended until 31 October!
Have your say on our redevelopment plans for a chance to win £100!
Opening Times
Wednesday to Saturday: 11am – 4.30pm*
1st April to 30th September
Wednesday to Saturday: 11am – 4.30pm*
Sunday: 1.30pm – 4.30pm*
1st October to 23 December
Wednesday to Saturday: 11am – 4.30pm*
24 December to 31 January
Closed for essential maintenance and conservation works
We are also open all Bank Holiday from 11am to 4pm!*
* Last entry to museum is at 4pm
My sister and I loved this museum. Especially the guided tours explaining how the machines work and the working and living conditions of the frame knitters at the time. Even got the chance to take a look at Queen Victoria’s stockings in the former methodist church across the cottages. Excellent museum! Very entertaining and interesting
Terrific Museum
Second visit to this fascinating museum, a veritable storehouse of social history, staffed by knowledgeable, enthusiastic folk. Some steps may prove difficult for the elderly or infirm but there’s plenty to appreciate at ground level.
Living History
My sister and I loved this museum. Especially the guided tours explaining how the machines work and the working and living conditions of the frame knitters at the time. Even got the chance to take a look at Queen Victoria’s stockings in the former methodist church across the cottages. Excellent museum! Very entertaining and interesting! Lovely to see such a local and ordinary history preserved
Excellent Museum!