Wigston Framework Knitters Museum Ltd
About This Museum
Would you believe this unassuming little cottage was once a bustling factory? Tucked away on a residential street, the Wigston Framework Knitters Museum is a time capsule of the industry that built this town. You can almost hear the rhythmic clatter of the old machines as you step inside. It’s a wonderfully intimate and personal look at a world that's completely vanished.
Collection Highlights
The star attractions are the fully-working frame knitting machines themselves, some over 200 years old. You'll also find delicate silk gloves, stockings, and the personal belongings of the families who lived and worked right here.
Visitor Information
It's not a huge, overwhelming place, so it's perfect for a short, fascinating stop. Just check their website for opening times as they're run by passionate volunteers.
Architecture & Building
It looks just like a classic 18th-century English brick cottage from the outside, complete with a charming little garden.
Contact & Location
Address: Framework Knitters Museum, 42-44, Bushloe End, Wigston Fields, South Wigston, Wigston, Oadby and Wigston, Leicestershire, England, LE18 2BA, United Kingdom
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