Walsall Leather Museum
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I visited the Leather Museum today with my partner. Having moved out of the area as a kid this was my first visit to the Museum. Really interesting to learn about the history of leather goods, the processes involved and the scale of the industry in the area. My Nan worked in the leather industry at H.B. Case on Hatherton Street so I have a personal connection. Great to learn that a Walsall factory supplies leather goods to
The King! A highlight of the visit was talking to some of the staff who helped us make leather key rings as souvenirs. Also purchased a new wallet in the giftshop. A lovely place - well worth a visit.
The King! A highlight of the visit was talking to some of the staff who helped us make leather key rings as souvenirs. Also purchased a new wallet in the giftshop. A lovely place - well worth a visit.
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An excellent insight into Walsall's historic major industry. It's self-led, but there are audio-visual resources to give a flavour of the trades within the industry. Go there very soon as the Museum has been reprieved from closure on the current site. And it's FREE.
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Great place one of the last pieces of Walsall heritage left would be a tragedy to lose it please everyone go visit and make yourself your very own keyring or bookmark!!!!
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A really lovely hour or so here. The staff was so friendly and informative. My daughter was able to make a keyring and loved feeling the leather. So sad the council are looking to shut down one of the few pieces of local heritage left.
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Interactive, hands on. Making your own leather key fob popular with all ages (60p). Free entry,
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This museum is a gem. The thought of it having to move from its current location is unthinkable.
The former factory is a perfect place to create the atmosphere of a tannery, saddlery and all the other trades associated with leather.
The staff are so knowledgeable and bring the leather making industry alive.
Walsall Council should value its heritage in this appropriate building. I would pay to visit again
The former factory is a perfect place to create the atmosphere of a tannery, saddlery and all the other trades associated with leather.
The staff are so knowledgeable and bring the leather making industry alive.
Walsall Council should value its heritage in this appropriate building. I would pay to visit again
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Lovely afternoon spent at Walsall Leather Museum today. A top-class museum with a truly authentic atmosphere housed in a restored 19th century leather works. Houses a vast collection of artifacts telling the story of Walsall's world famous leather industry right up to the present day. Excellent displays and use of audio visual presentations.
The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. But sadly the museum in its present from is under threat of closure by the local council. Please seek out and sign the online petition.
The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. But sadly the museum in its present from is under threat of closure by the local council. Please seek out and sign the online petition.
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We had a fantastic time at the Leather Museum. We were there for a good couple of hours, and were lucky enough to have a guided tour which I would highly recommend. The man who showed us round was very knowledgable, friendly and passionate about leather crafts.
Having grown up in Walsall, it’s so interesting to learn about the town’s heritage. The museum has some brilliant exhibits, videos and audio files which tell the stories of the men, women and children who were involved in the leather trade throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
There are also lots of interactives - it’s great that you’re able to pick up and touch so many things in the museum. Our guide also taught us how to stitch leather, which was really fun.
The museum is free to visit but we made a donation. It’s such a gem for Walsall, and we’re hopeful it won’t close - there’s currently a petition online to prevent this, which I hope anybody reading this review will sign!
Having grown up in Walsall, it’s so interesting to learn about the town’s heritage. The museum has some brilliant exhibits, videos and audio files which tell the stories of the men, women and children who were involved in the leather trade throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
There are also lots of interactives - it’s great that you’re able to pick up and touch so many things in the museum. Our guide also taught us how to stitch leather, which was really fun.
The museum is free to visit but we made a donation. It’s such a gem for Walsall, and we’re hopeful it won’t close - there’s currently a petition online to prevent this, which I hope anybody reading this review will sign!
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This museum is absolutely fantastic! Firstly, it's free. Secondly, the hands-on experience is enjoyable and creative. The exhibits are highly informative and touchable. All the guides are so helpful and answer all questions you might have re. leather production. Lastly, the coffee/tea/hot chocolate offerings are first class and really economical. Visit this museum - to take a break with a cup of coffee, or to admire the authentic Victorian building.
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It is a lovely experience , very friendly staff.
Got the chance to show to my kid that are good jobs in leather manufacturing.
Found that all Queen’s handbags were made here.
I will sign petition for Walsall Council do not destroy such a lovely and interactive place.
Got the chance to show to my kid that are good jobs in leather manufacturing.
Found that all Queen’s handbags were made here.
I will sign petition for Walsall Council do not destroy such a lovely and interactive place.
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After 35 years, I revisited the Leather Museum with my mother, who had taken me to the museum when I was a child. On this trip, I had the opportunity to take my 10 year old son.
Being born and brought up in Walsall, I wanted my son to know the history of the town. The visit was educational and fun too!
The building itself is beautiful and transports you back to the historical days of leather- making.
We were warmly welcomed at the entrance doors. This kind gentleman who had worked at the museum for 30 years met us with the same enthusiasm you would expect of someone on their first day at work.
Alongside the videos, we had live demonstrations of bridle-making from Paul, which was very engaging. He then took us through to Rose, who taught my son, to emboss/make a leather keyring with a design of his choice. Each keyring was 60p and a lovely gift for cousins.
Paul then took us downstairs and make sure we hadn’t missed anything, giving us a personal guided tour at the same time.
We ended with a cuppa at the cafe and some gifts from the gift shop.
The most enjoyable 2 hours spent and perfect to teach and entertain the kids especially when the weather isn’t great for outdoor activities.
Being born and brought up in Walsall, I wanted my son to know the history of the town. The visit was educational and fun too!
The building itself is beautiful and transports you back to the historical days of leather- making.
We were warmly welcomed at the entrance doors. This kind gentleman who had worked at the museum for 30 years met us with the same enthusiasm you would expect of someone on their first day at work.
Alongside the videos, we had live demonstrations of bridle-making from Paul, which was very engaging. He then took us through to Rose, who taught my son, to emboss/make a leather keyring with a design of his choice. Each keyring was 60p and a lovely gift for cousins.
Paul then took us downstairs and make sure we hadn’t missed anything, giving us a personal guided tour at the same time.
We ended with a cuppa at the cafe and some gifts from the gift shop.
The most enjoyable 2 hours spent and perfect to teach and entertain the kids especially when the weather isn’t great for outdoor activities.
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I came there to get information for my college project. Everything there was useful and entertaining.
The localisation was easy to find and the apperiance of the building, in general, was amazing. In addition the entrance was for free.
The localisation was easy to find and the apperiance of the building, in general, was amazing. In addition the entrance was for free.
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Had a fabulous time with Awais learning about the heritage and significance of the leather manufacturing industry to Walsall and its surrounding areas. Awais’ passion and knowledge of artisan leather manufacturing really brought our visit to life, and it is well worth stopping by the gift shop afterwards where you might find some very well known brands that aren’t necessarily from “London”!
The building itself is such a fabulous community asset of huge significance to the region, it must be safeguarded by the local council who (as custodians of Walsall’s past, present and future) should know better than to consign it to a distant memory.
The building itself is such a fabulous community asset of huge significance to the region, it must be safeguarded by the local council who (as custodians of Walsall’s past, present and future) should know better than to consign it to a distant memory.
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Had a wonderful time visiting the Walsall Leather Museum! The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of leather production in Walsall, which has been a center for leather craftsmanship for centuries. The exhibits are well-organized and feature a variety of artifacts, from traditional tools to beautifully crafted leather goods.
The museum also has a lovely shop where you can find unique leather products, perfect for gifts or a treat for yourself. One highlight was the opportunity to create a customized key ring right on the spot for just £0.60! You can choose your design and have your name added—it makes for a perfect keepsake. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, adding to the enjoyable experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!
The museum also has a lovely shop where you can find unique leather products, perfect for gifts or a treat for yourself. One highlight was the opportunity to create a customized key ring right on the spot for just £0.60! You can choose your design and have your name added—it makes for a perfect keepsake. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, adding to the enjoyable experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!
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Lovely place. Love leather smell.
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Visited with my wife. Paul and Rose went out of their way to give us a very interesting and informative tour. Their personal skills and experience helped considerably in explaining the various stages and processes. I would strongly recommend, and further visits are a must to take everything in.
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Interesting and informative. You can design and make your own keyring for 60p. Friendly staff
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Dog friendly. Free entry. Cafe. Small but fascinating museum.
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My Aunt and I had the most wonderful couple of hours at Walsall’s Leather Museum, we even found a Great Aunt of mine amongst the historic photographs. The staff were all so helpful and I would like to thank Paul in particular who took the time to draw on his experience of working here in the industry, to patiently explain all his in depth knowledge and demonstrate his learned skills with such contagious enthusiasm.
The museum is a wonderful reminder of how Walsall was once a world leading leather working town.
The museum is a wonderful reminder of how Walsall was once a world leading leather working town.
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Great place to get a local walsall leather belt.
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Absolutely love this gem of a museum 😍 staff are always friendly. Drinks and food avaliable to buy. Toliets, disabled and baby facilities available. Always clean and well look after. Free admission. Love the workshops when they have them on, at well affordable price. 60p to make a leather keyring, choose your own embossed stamps. Depeding on workshop depends weather you need book in advance or no booking required, usually stasted of so. Left pushchair downstairs when going upstairs.
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W muzeum można się zapoznać z historią miejscowości są dostępni pracownicy muzeum którzy opowiadają o pracy ze skórą można też samodzielnie coś zrobić i kupić pamiątkę w postaci breloczka lub innego drobiazgu własnoręcznie zrobionego
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We took a group of 37 people to the museum for a wonderful visit. The museum is beautifully presented, with a combination of informative displays and evocative workshops. The volunteers gave a fascinating talk with unusual examples of leather and we all got to make a key ring. Good cake and tea rounded it off, including for our vegan and gluten free guests. Would recommend hugely.
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Thank you so much to Rebecca, John and Ian ( the tour guide) , for amazing "Walk a d Talk" English language learning class at lovely Walsall leather museum.
Museum is very beautiful and interesting.
At the end of our visit , we had a chance to make our own souvenirs at their own leather museum workshop.
Highly recommend to everyone😍
Museum is very beautiful and interesting.
At the end of our visit , we had a chance to make our own souvenirs at their own leather museum workshop.
Highly recommend to everyone😍
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Very interesting and informative excursion. Learned many new interesting facts from our guide Ian. Large and interesting exhibition of leather samples and products. Wonderful souvenir shop. Thanks to the museum staff, I recommend it to everyone.
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