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Macclesfield Silk Museum and Paradise Mill

Macclesfield Silk Museum and Paradise Mill,Macclesfield Information
The Silk Museums tell the story of silk in Macclesfield through audio visual programmes, models, textiles and costume. Exciting new extension and refurbishment of existing displays for 2002. Guided tour of former silk mill with demonstrations of working machinery including jacquard handlooms. Changing temporary exhibition programme throughout the year.
Macclesfield Silk Museum and Paradise Mill,Macclesfield Address
map
Macclesfield Silk Museum and Paradise Mill
Heritage Centre
Roe Street
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 6TJ
Map and Directions
Macclesfield Silk Museum and Paradise Mill,Macclesfield Telephone No.
01625 612045
hours
All year Mon-Sat 11.00-17.00, Sun 13.00-17.00. Closed 25, 26 Dec & 1 Jan. Paradise Mill: Ring to confirm opening times, Evening visits by prior arrangement.
food
  • Light Refreshments
  • Tearoom/Cafe/Restaurant
drinks
Licensed For Alcohol
parking
  • Parking Charged
  • Parking Nearby
Children
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Pushchair Access
disabled facilities
Disabled Access
Credit cards
Credit Cards Accepted
pets
Guide Dogs Allowed
etc
Once The Macclesfield School of Art built in 1877 to train designers for the silk industry. It now houses exhibitions exploring the properties of silk, design education, Macclesfield's diverse textile industries, workers' lives and historic machinery.
facilities
  • All Weather Attraction
  • Allow 1-2 Hours For Visit
  • Allow Half A Day For Visit
  • Discount Voucher Available
  • Education Pack Available
  • Family Friendly
  • Gift Shop Or Shop
  • Guided Tours Available
directions
Rail: Macclesfield