Walsall Leather Museum
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We have driven past this museum scores of times on the way to visit our grandchildren in Wolverhampton and always wanted to visit.
We had the opportunity on Saturday and wished we had gone years ago.
Unfortunately we did not get there until 2.45. The tea room closed at 3 - so that had to be the first place we went.
A lovely little tea room with lovely lady serving drinks, cakes and snacks. The 5 of us had drink and cake for very little cost.
Then on to the museum. An hour was no where near enough time. But that's ok. We know we will return. Lots to see and do. The smell of leather is wonderful.
The children got to make a key ring each ( indeed, the adults wanted to make one too ).
They could press a pattern onto the leather.
There are 2 lots of toilets and a well stocked little sales shop with high quality leather goods as well as affordable little items for the children to buy.
There are activities on during the school holidays for the children.
It's another of those museums that doesn't sound like a " must " to visit - but believe me you will miss a treat if you don't go. And it's FREE to get in.
We had the opportunity on Saturday and wished we had gone years ago.
Unfortunately we did not get there until 2.45. The tea room closed at 3 - so that had to be the first place we went.
A lovely little tea room with lovely lady serving drinks, cakes and snacks. The 5 of us had drink and cake for very little cost.
Then on to the museum. An hour was no where near enough time. But that's ok. We know we will return. Lots to see and do. The smell of leather is wonderful.
The children got to make a key ring each ( indeed, the adults wanted to make one too ).
They could press a pattern onto the leather.
There are 2 lots of toilets and a well stocked little sales shop with high quality leather goods as well as affordable little items for the children to buy.
There are activities on during the school holidays for the children.
It's another of those museums that doesn't sound like a " must " to visit - but believe me you will miss a treat if you don't go. And it's FREE to get in.
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my grandchildren loved being told the history of wasall by friendly walsall staff and handling little bits of leather very educational
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... That they have a little gem in their midst. Walsall leather museum is everything a small museum should be. The leather museum has polite and friendly staff and knowledgeable local volunteers who make the place feel warm and welcoming. The museum also has an excellent, very reasonably priced family friendly cafe! Again, manned by excellent staff. This really is a great little museum and worth a trip.
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Coming from Ottawa, Canada, we decided to drop by the Walsall leather museum hearing of its praise all over the city. We were surprised as we walked in with the friendly smiles and the unusual smell of leather. This unique museum contains some of the friendliest volunteers I have ever seen. Allowing you to try the equipment and giving visitors the free samples, the museum became one of my favourites. I've never shared so many laughs at a museum and I recommend it 100% to anyone.
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Being locals we decided it was time we visited the leather museum. What a great decision.
Although the museum is quite small it gives a fascinating insight into the world of leather production and the manufacturing of leather goods from saddles to the Queens handbags and various other items. The displays are visitor friendly and hands on and the staff are helpful and interesting. The cafe is not to be missed and the shop sells top quality leather items at much reduced prices. All in all a great place to visit so if you are in Walsall at any time don't miss it.
Its also free entry.
Graham C.
Although the museum is quite small it gives a fascinating insight into the world of leather production and the manufacturing of leather goods from saddles to the Queens handbags and various other items. The displays are visitor friendly and hands on and the staff are helpful and interesting. The cafe is not to be missed and the shop sells top quality leather items at much reduced prices. All in all a great place to visit so if you are in Walsall at any time don't miss it.
Its also free entry.
Graham C.
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An excellent place to eat, food is high quality and very well cooked/baked. Staff are extremely friendly. I would recommend the café as must visit whether you are a visitor to the museum or walking past the venue
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I have been attending Saturday courses and various talks for several years and they never fail to satisfy.
The facilities are excellent and the staff are very helpful.
There is a very adequate little cafe run by students under the careful eye of a trained manager, the selection is limited but it is what it is so if you want a light bite or a snack it is the ideal place to visit.
For visitors to Walsall who have been to the art gallery the Leather museum has much to offer, a shop, displays and food all of which are of a high standardd.
I am proud to say that I 'play' at the Leather Museum regularly and always enjoy my day.
The facilities are excellent and the staff are very helpful.
There is a very adequate little cafe run by students under the careful eye of a trained manager, the selection is limited but it is what it is so if you want a light bite or a snack it is the ideal place to visit.
For visitors to Walsall who have been to the art gallery the Leather museum has much to offer, a shop, displays and food all of which are of a high standardd.
I am proud to say that I 'play' at the Leather Museum regularly and always enjoy my day.
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Interesting museum and the staff are really friendly and helpful. The food in the cafe was tasty and very reasonably priced.
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I visited the museum for the first time a couple of days ago and it was a surprisingly lovely treat!
The staff were fantastic, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable about their subject, though the superstar was Ron... An 88 years old leather worker who apparently will never retire and wants a leather coffin!!
There was a nice mix of things to see and things to do and my mother and I had a lovely time.
Will definately visit again! A+!
The staff were fantastic, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable about their subject, though the superstar was Ron... An 88 years old leather worker who apparently will never retire and wants a leather coffin!!
There was a nice mix of things to see and things to do and my mother and I had a lovely time.
Will definately visit again! A+!
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Visited this attraction recently - so impressed with their presentation of the history of leather and Saddlery - so many artefacts to see,going way back in history + skilled and experienced people to meet, and find out about Leather making - quite unique!
Actual free trials for visitors of all ages, eg; to make your own leather keyring in the design you like, stitching leather, seeing and feeling the whole skin of an Anaconda snake - the largest snake in the World,
lovely, well kept museum, and imaginative experience - a feast for the senses! Not to be missed!! Also, great shop for wonderful gifts.
Car Parking close, across the road - take change (£1.40)
Actual free trials for visitors of all ages, eg; to make your own leather keyring in the design you like, stitching leather, seeing and feeling the whole skin of an Anaconda snake - the largest snake in the World,
lovely, well kept museum, and imaginative experience - a feast for the senses! Not to be missed!! Also, great shop for wonderful gifts.
Car Parking close, across the road - take change (£1.40)
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We were met warmly and welcomed from the moment we entered the museum. We were shown around by an amazing 89 year old craftsman, Ron, who enthused about his trade. We really learned a lot. A second member of staff did the second half of the tour and spoke warmly and intelligently about the leather trade. An amazing museum which is well worth visiting.
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I visited the museum today with my 88 year old mother (who had worked at the factory in 1940, for a very short time doing war work) we had a fantastic time the place is amazing, really interesting, and this is helped by the staff who can't do enough for you. Paul and Ian were full of information. This place is a must to visit. Bought a lovely leather belt in the shop, great workmanship. Keep up the good work. And be sure to visit the cafe , which is run by the college nearby for some very reasonably priced and tasty snacks. Will definitely re-visit when next in the area.
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As a resident of Walsall a trip to the Walsall Leather Museum was well overdue.
What a fantastic experience. The reception staff were warm, welcoming and very knowledgable. Following the route through the museum the crafts and processes were clearly displayed in the set presentations.
There were retired craftsmen and women on hand to demonstrate and explain the secrets of the industry from tannery finished product. They were able to give fascinating stories to make the experience more enjoyable and informative. Well worth a visit.
What a fantastic experience. The reception staff were warm, welcoming and very knowledgable. Following the route through the museum the crafts and processes were clearly displayed in the set presentations.
There were retired craftsmen and women on hand to demonstrate and explain the secrets of the industry from tannery finished product. They were able to give fascinating stories to make the experience more enjoyable and informative. Well worth a visit.
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Me and my husband took our 6 year old son who loved every second. Ron and Keith were amazing showed us everything and interacted with our son the whole time. We all loved it and will definitely visiting again.great day for the whole family.
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My wife and I with two friends visited on 30th December, having heard about the museum and looked at the website.
The museum is a really fascinating insight into part of our industrial heritage. The visit was made all the more interesting by the talk given by Ron, a "never to retire" currier. His knowledge and passion about the subject really brought the visit to life for us.
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Through this review, we would like to thank them for their enthusiasm.
Only one slight disappointment was that the café was not open on the day of our visit. We understood the reason, i.e. that the college, of which the café is part, was closed on that day. We had travelled some distance and a cup of tea or coffee would have been appreciated. However, this did not detract from a very interesting visit.
The museum is a really fascinating insight into part of our industrial heritage. The visit was made all the more interesting by the talk given by Ron, a "never to retire" currier. His knowledge and passion about the subject really brought the visit to life for us.
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Through this review, we would like to thank them for their enthusiasm.
Only one slight disappointment was that the café was not open on the day of our visit. We understood the reason, i.e. that the college, of which the café is part, was closed on that day. We had travelled some distance and a cup of tea or coffee would have been appreciated. However, this did not detract from a very interesting visit.
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We dropped in to the Leather Museum as I'd heard it was very good and was free to enter. We did not expect to get a tour, but were really pleasantly surprised to get shown around by a lovely and knowledgeable man called Ron. He is very entertaining, full of interesting information, used to be a currier himself, and -as he told us himself - is 89 years old! This museum is already very informative, but with Ron's guidance we learned a lot about the leather-making industry. Brilliant!
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Myself and my 7 year old son visited this museum recently and we spent a couple of hours wondering around and talking to the staff and demonstrators. The museum provides a great insight in to the leather industry in and around Walsall while the demonstrators provide detailed insight in to their craft. My son was totally engaged by the demonstrations and throughly enjoyed our visit. I also found the displays interesting and informative. I'm sure we will visit again!
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Walsall Leather Museum is a brilliant insight into our town's rich industrial heritage. The staff are knowledgeable and go out of their way to make visitors welcome. The recreated workshops are fascinating and the exhibits are wonderful, especially the handbags and the current display of Walsall-made vintage leather and suede clothing from the 1970s.
The on-site cafe is excellent value, too.
The on-site cafe is excellent value, too.
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Great place to visit for adults and children with fun activities and crafts.
The staff are always enthusiastic and informative.
The Saturday craft courses are so much fun with excellent tuition.
The museum is really interesting with very knowledgeable and talented staff and some exquisite leather work on show in the museum and in the shop.
The cafe has very good food at good prices.
Nearby parking (paid, but not expensive), less than 2 mins away.
The staff are always enthusiastic and informative.
The Saturday craft courses are so much fun with excellent tuition.
The museum is really interesting with very knowledgeable and talented staff and some exquisite leather work on show in the museum and in the shop.
The cafe has very good food at good prices.
Nearby parking (paid, but not expensive), less than 2 mins away.
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Always fantastic crafting courses at the Leather Museum. My friend and I have spent many happy Saturdays making various items.
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I worked next door to the Leather museum. They provide a wonderful history of Walsall's leather goods industry,some beautiful leather gifts in their shop , but dont forget to go to their cafe for a bite to eat and try their cakes!!!!
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Excellent displays and a great cafe. Fine lunches too I understand. Convenient for the town centre too with parking opposite. And it's free.
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The Museum is a Fascinating Living Archive of Walsall's history of Leather Making and the associated Metal Manufacturers (Lorimors) of such things as Bits and spurs etc.. The Staff are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. You can try your hand at making your own souvenir or keyring and try fitting the reins to a horse. Allow about an hour to two hours for the tour (You can have a guided tour or find your own way) and,
You Must Visit the Cafe for a meal while you are there. Again the Staff are wonderful and the food to be dreamt of for ever after. With Free Entry to the Museum and things that will appeal to children Plus Very Reasonably Priced Food and Drinks in the Cafe this is a very economic and entertaining day out for all ages. Small children will need supervision, Disabled Access is Available Throughout the Museum and Cafe. There is a Garden where you can sit to eat or talk over a coffee when the weather is kind.
If you have a few minutes to spare take a walk to Bradford St and view the absolutely fantastic Saddle Sculpture located there. I guarantee if you have any interest at all in Leather Crafting or Horses, both the Museum and The Sculpture will leave an outstanding and lasting impression on you - And, If you ate at the Cafe your day will be Replete.
Please do not forget to visit the Shop and make a Donation to help this Wonderful Museum Survive the Financial Difficulties of Our Times.
Access is easy from the M6 Motorway Junctions 7, 9, &10 and A34 Parking is available opposite the Museum in the Day Street Car Park and is only 5 minutes from the Rail and Bus Stations
Full details can be found at www.walsall.gov.uk
You Must Visit the Cafe for a meal while you are there. Again the Staff are wonderful and the food to be dreamt of for ever after. With Free Entry to the Museum and things that will appeal to children Plus Very Reasonably Priced Food and Drinks in the Cafe this is a very economic and entertaining day out for all ages. Small children will need supervision, Disabled Access is Available Throughout the Museum and Cafe. There is a Garden where you can sit to eat or talk over a coffee when the weather is kind.
If you have a few minutes to spare take a walk to Bradford St and view the absolutely fantastic Saddle Sculpture located there. I guarantee if you have any interest at all in Leather Crafting or Horses, both the Museum and The Sculpture will leave an outstanding and lasting impression on you - And, If you ate at the Cafe your day will be Replete.
Please do not forget to visit the Shop and make a Donation to help this Wonderful Museum Survive the Financial Difficulties of Our Times.
Access is easy from the M6 Motorway Junctions 7, 9, &10 and A34 Parking is available opposite the Museum in the Day Street Car Park and is only 5 minutes from the Rail and Bus Stations
Full details can be found at www.walsall.gov.uk
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My Husband and I visited the Leather Museum and started with a meal in the Café. then had a guided tour around the Museum itself. To hear from a person who actually worked in the industry and the other Guide opened our eyes to the industry that went on there. Will certainly go again..
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