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Walsall Leather Museum

539 Reviews

#1 of 32 things to do in Walsall

Museums, History Museums, Specialty Museums

Closed today: Closed

Littleton Street West, Walsall WS2 8EW, England

Open today: Closed

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“what a nice reminder of the past”

Bits just out side the town about 5 minutes and its a reminder of our past The middles was the main... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

balawaya

Birmingham, United Kingdom

“Extremely interesting and informative and a credit to Walsall”

Having never visited the museum before, I visited the museum with 2 friends and to say we were all... read more

Reviewed 4 days ago

24Helen

Midlands

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4.5 539 reviews

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About

Walsall Leather Museum is a welcoming and friendly attraction housed in a restored Victorian factory building. We offer a fascinating insight into the story of Walsall's famous leatherworking trade. There are regular guided ours and demonstrations...more

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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Littleton Street West, Walsall WS2 8EW, England

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+44 1922 652288

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balawaya

Birmingham, United Kingdom

16029

Reviewed 3 days ago

what a nice reminder of the past

Bits just out side the town about 5 minutes and its a reminder of our past The middles was the main industry area and our goods went all over the world and even today you can experience the past and how leather was produced and...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank balawaya

24Helen

Midlands

3718

Reviewed 4 days ago

Extremely interesting and informative and a credit to Walsall

Having never visited the museum before, I visited the museum with 2 friends and to say we were all impressed really is an understatement. We found all the staff and volunteers to be very friendly and helpful, all of whom were more than willing to...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank 24Helen

Jmd4649

Worcester, United Kingdom

11656

Reviewed 5 days ago

Small but interesting !

What a gem! We spent two hours there learning about the importance of the leather trade to the area. Our visit was greatly enhanced by the time spent with Keith,a highly skilled leather worker, who volunteers there on two Saturday's each month . There is...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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F5811TVmartinl

6432

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Pleasant visit

This is not only a museum about the past but also an activity centre for pre booked activities and promotes modern leather manufacturing. Sadly the cafe is closed. It was interesting in a low key way with plenty of reading and hands on leather at...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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David D

Austin, Texas

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

YES! They REALLY ARE the nicest guys I've ever met!

Being highly intuitive (and above average intelligence) I knew without any doubt whatsoever that The Walsall Leather Museum was going to be mediocre at best. C'mon IT'S FREE!!! WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? Okay........I EXPECTED WRONG! They weren't kidding about offering individual guided tours (when circumstances...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank David D

Brendan P

Coventry, United Kingdom

164

Reviewed December 13, 2018 via mobile

Very informative

Who knew walsall is at the heart of English leather industry and has been for hundreds of years Lots to see and activities for adults and kids alike Nice resobaly priced cafe for lunch and easy parking with in easy walk from town centre

Date of experience: October 2018

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beryl c

Dunfermline, United Kingdom

813

Reviewed December 12, 2018

Trip to Museum Walsall

Went to the museum last Saturday 8th Dec with family (All adults) And what an amazing place. We were there over 2 hours as there were so many things to look at & learn about the history of leather in The Midlands. We all enjoyed...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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603julesw

Newmarket, United Kingdom

2711

Reviewed November 28, 2018

The shop and the workshop areas I rate the best areas

I went to learn more about leather craft for a hobby. Hence, i was more interested in the practical side than the local history part. The area around the work shop was really very good. Keith Parker was sharing his knowledge in a very positive...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank 603julesw

lisa r

Reviewed November 25, 2018

Amazing museum with many hands on exhibits

I spent an enjoyable afternoon wandering around the museum discovering the history of the town. I particularly enjoyed being able to handle some of the exhibits which really helps to bring the history alive. A bonus was the very personal and friendly service offered by...More

Date of experience: November 2018

1 Thank lisa r

robert f

Reviewed November 17, 2018

A not so hidden gem of our heritage

Can't believe it's free entry, the people who run this are so enfused and pationate About leather and the heritage surrounding walsall and it's past.if you were not interested in leather and it's craft you will at the end of the Tour and talk, if...More

Date of experience: November 2018

2 Thank robert f

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Maps639071

Do you need to book a tour in advance?

April 12, 2018|

AnswerShow all 2 answers

No. Just pop in. It’s free entry too

Sheryl D

Do they have a sales area for leather products ie: wallets and or checkbooks?

November 27, 2017|

AnswerShow all 2 answers

Yes, there is a large shop with a good selection of locally made leather goods such as wallets, purses, belts, bags etc. The prices are very reasonable.