Walsall Leather Museum
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Intersting to find out about how the leather industry developed in the West Midlands as well as some hand ons fun
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Enjoyed the visit here. It's not very big but children and adults loved it. It's got so much history to it. Can also make a keyring and take it as a souvenir. It's worth a visit. Many events through holidays.
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Lovely little museum, interesting and lovely leather goods in the shop.
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Very intresting to learn about where you grown up the also have the same enthusiasm l, which was nice to see. Would definetly recommend giving this place a vist.
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Whether you live locally or are passing through, this is an extremely interesting Museum. You do not have to be interested in leather products - it is just the history and the fact that such an industry is part of our heritage and should not be forgotten.
We were made extremely welcome by all the volunteers and had many things explained to us as the displays generated many questions.
Please go and take children with you - there is something of interest for all ages - you will not regret the visit. (My friends and I were there for three hours!). Oh yes, and I forgot to mention - it is free, so please support it.
We were made extremely welcome by all the volunteers and had many things explained to us as the displays generated many questions.
Please go and take children with you - there is something of interest for all ages - you will not regret the visit. (My friends and I were there for three hours!). Oh yes, and I forgot to mention - it is free, so please support it.
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Visited the museum found it very interesting. The staff there were very helpful and were happy to answer our questions plus giving us their life stories about when they started working in leather. Very good. All free.
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We visited the leather museum in May 2018. We had very impressive experiences. The exhibitions are clear and show many antique tools and tell stories of leather work in the Midlands. We met a very kind member of staff “ Rose “ who works upstairs. Luckily, there was only us visiting during that period, so she showed us how to use lots of tools and told many interesting stories. Thank you very much for her kindness !
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The leather museum in Walsall is a little treasure, and something we must not loose!! So worthy of a visit, free admission, extremely knowledgeable, friendly local staff/volunteers that will chat to you about the leather industry in Walsall.
Events and Activities from June to October, Half-Term Activities for children.
The museum does not have a car park but don't be put off!! There is a large park, five minute walk away at the Waterfront shopping centre.and a Cinema!! so loads to do for a day out.
Find them on Facebook, "We Love Walsall Leather Museum""
Events and Activities from June to October, Half-Term Activities for children.
The museum does not have a car park but don't be put off!! There is a large park, five minute walk away at the Waterfront shopping centre.and a Cinema!! so loads to do for a day out.
Find them on Facebook, "We Love Walsall Leather Museum""
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We arrived just as the museum was opening on Saturday morning and were the only people there at that time. We were asked if we wanted a guided tour or preferred to look around on our own. We opted for the guided tour and were really glad that we did. The lady who showed us around was very friendly and knowledgeable and we spent well over an hour with her.
After the tour we were asked if we wanted to make keyrings for 50p each, which of course we did. We then were lucky enough to spend some time with a volunteer, who makes fine leather goods, and he showed us how he created a wallet. He also showed us all sorts of different leathers and machines.
All in all we spent nearly three hours at the museum and also got some free leather samples so that we could try making some things at home.
There's also a cafe there and a council car park right next to museum so it's really easy to get to and park.
After the tour we were asked if we wanted to make keyrings for 50p each, which of course we did. We then were lucky enough to spend some time with a volunteer, who makes fine leather goods, and he showed us how he created a wallet. He also showed us all sorts of different leathers and machines.
All in all we spent nearly three hours at the museum and also got some free leather samples so that we could try making some things at home.
There's also a cafe there and a council car park right next to museum so it's really easy to get to and park.
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Excellent place to visit to learn the heritage of Walsall. Extremely friendly & knowledge people. Must spend time with Keith, the volunteering Master Craftsman who goes above and beyond to explain and teach on the different types of leathers. I highly recommend spending at least 2 hours with him. The embose your own keychains is also a must have souvenir.
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Have been meaning to visit for a number of months, and finally made it today. Wish I’d come sooner. Great museum, informative exhibits, interactive, and staff who are very knowledgeable and passionate about their work, especially Keith the volunteer, and the lady on reception. Would highly recommend a visit. 10 our of 10 😀.
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We recently visited twice in a fortnight to ask advice about family members who had worked in the industry. On both occasion we met lovely knowledgable people. They were genuinely interested in not only helping us but directing us to other possible sources of information. Walsall you have an international gem in this museum and its warm staff.
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Make your own leather keyring, understand the fascinating process of making leather, see and touch all manner of leathers, and enjoy browsing the high quality leather goods in the shop.
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I visited the museum with 7 year old during the school summer holidays. She was very happy to participate in the drop in session making UFO models which was well organised and she throughly enjoyed. Costs were minimal and for some sessions free. Staff were very welcoming and pleasant. There was a simple but absorbing superhero sticker hunt which encouraged children to explore the museum and win a small prize for completion. Will be visiting again soon.
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It's so much more than it appears on first impressions. It's a sizable site, with well presented exhibitions & is a really informative journey. The staff are really lovely & I'm already booked in for future events there!
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My friend has recommended that we came here and we had a thoroughly enjoyable trip. There are many interesting exhibits at this museum and we were very surprised with how many authentic items were on show. We were able to make a real leather key ring with a choice of many designs. It was amazing.
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The museum was a great family destination for all to see. The staff were friendly, helpful and overall fantastic! Visited with Family of all ages and enjoyed by all. The historical content was very interesting and enlightening. I really recommend this experience and will definitely come back again!
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Interesting place. I like all the workshops, shame they are not used more for educational workshops. Maybe they are? Would be good to see more advertising for such events.
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We enjoyed our trip to the museum.
Children got engaged and enjoyed the activities. Will come back again
Children got engaged and enjoyed the activities. Will come back again
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Very interesting museum to visit.hands on things to do.Friendly staff.Good for young and old to visit.
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Walsall Leather Museum is just as it was when a working factory. Original machinery and photographs can be seen. Suitable for adults and children alike. During the holidays they always have activities for the children. Adults can join a class to make your own leather bag. Lovely tea room to relax in after a visit. Excellent value.
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This museum hosts family days during the holidays, they are free to go to and whenever we have taken the children they have had a great time. We saw clowns, punch and judy, jugglers and lots more. Café serve lovely food or bring a packed lunch. There is car parking on the pay and display opposite.
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This museum is free, so I shouldn't grumble. The story of the rise and fall of the leather trade in Walsall is well laid out, but the whole thing needs bringing to life. I only stayed for 20 minutes and I had seen everything. It lacks the old videos, audio stories from retired workers, or even an in house craftsman running his/her business within the museum.
The displays of modern leather work from expensive modern firms seemed out of place, at least there were far too many of them.
If you do take young children, don't expect to be there for long.
The cafe is closed, although for £1 they will open a sache of Nescafe for you and pour some hot water on it.
I think it is shame they don't make more of it and charge for admission.
The displays of modern leather work from expensive modern firms seemed out of place, at least there were far too many of them.
If you do take young children, don't expect to be there for long.
The cafe is closed, although for £1 they will open a sache of Nescafe for you and pour some hot water on it.
I think it is shame they don't make more of it and charge for admission.
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I used to work in the leather trade many years ago but had lost touch. I wanted to incorporate leather into my hobby of jewellery making. I went to the right place. The ladies on reception were so helpful and provided me with a list of manufactureres and suppliers of what i was looking for.
Although I had been to the museum for meetings in the past, I had never been a walk around it. I am so glad I did. I met Paul, who is the caretaker there and with his helpful advice, I am now the proud owner of an awl to sew my leather and from the ladies on reception, knew where to go to buy my thread. A big thank you to all 3.
I did buy a beautiful purple leather purse before I left. My next trip was to the supplier on the list so I could buy thread.
Well worth going there for advice. I did see that the craft activities were full and actually suggested to my hairdresser today to take her grandson as he loves crafts.
Although I had been to the museum for meetings in the past, I had never been a walk around it. I am so glad I did. I met Paul, who is the caretaker there and with his helpful advice, I am now the proud owner of an awl to sew my leather and from the ladies on reception, knew where to go to buy my thread. A big thank you to all 3.
I did buy a beautiful purple leather purse before I left. My next trip was to the supplier on the list so I could buy thread.
Well worth going there for advice. I did see that the craft activities were full and actually suggested to my hairdresser today to take her grandson as he loves crafts.
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I had a brilliant afternoon with the grandchildren spent at the leather museum. And with free entry It was both inexpensive and entertaining. The refreshments were very reasonably priced. The staff were lovely , it will definitely be a must on all future stays with nanny. BIG thank you from us all .
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