Canals, Costumes and Collections

The canals and waterways of this area played an important part in developing and gaining this area the position at the top of the textile industry, trading cotton from nearby mills. Located alongside the Macclesfield canal at Clarence Mill, is the Bollington Discovery Centre which tells the story of Macclesfield and how the Macclesfield Canal contributed to the town’s success. Through a range of interesting displays, guided walks and an extensive gallery of unique photos, Bollington Discovery Centre charts the history of this great mill and the Macclesfield Canal.

Many of the local textile related attractions house their own fascinating collections of textiles, ceramics, furniture and costumes. Visit Knutsford Heritage Centre which houses a permanent exhibition, with exhibits and a video on the story of Knutsford, detailing the towns famous names, areas, associations and periods. The Gallery Exhibition Centre, a separate building to the rear of the centre, presents a changing array of exhibitions and events.

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Knutsford Heritage Centre

Location

Knutsford

Knutsford Heritage Centre tells the town's history and is home to Knutsford's 53 sq. metre Millennium Tapestry.

Type

Type:

Heritage / Visitor Centre
Tatton Park Mansion

Location

Knutsford

Tatton Park is often quoted as England's most complete historic estate, with its fine Neo-Classical mansion full of art treasures and original furnishings.

Type

Type:

Historic House / Palace
Bollington Discovery Centre

Location

Clarence Road, Bollington

Bollington Discovery Centre brings together the history of this and other great mills of Bollington, the Macclesfield Canal and shows their place and importance to the town.

Type

Type:

Heritage / Visitor Centre
Quarry Bank Mill and Garden (NT)

Location

Styal

Quarry Bank Mill is one of the best preserved textile mills of the industrial revolution and tells the story of mill workers, entrepreneurs and how the industrial revolution changed the world.

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Water Mill
Nicholson Museum

Location

Leek

Housed in the Nicholson Institute, a Grade II* landmark building, the museum showcases arts treasures and historical artefacts including oil paintings, costumes, embroideries, ceramics, woven silk pictures, bookmarks & more.

Type

Type:

Museum
Anson Engine Museum

Location

Macclesfield

Recognised as one of the country’s leading specialist museums. Fuelled by enthusiasm and staffed by volunteers it is a great day out for all the family.

Type

Type:

Museum