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Walsall Leather Museum

533 Reviews

#1 of 32 things to do in Walsall

Museums, History Museums, Specialty Museums

Closed Now: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Littleton Street West, Walsall WS2 8EW, England

Open today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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“Trip to Museum Walsall”

Went to the museum last Saturday 8th Dec with family (All adults) And what an amazing place. We... read more

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beryl c

Dunfermline, United Kingdom

“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... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

603julesw

Newmarket, United Kingdom

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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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Hours Today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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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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beryl c

Dunfermline, United Kingdom

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Reviewed today

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 2 weeks ago

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 2 weeks ago

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 3 weeks ago

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

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woodenheadGlasgow

glasgow

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Great Little Museum with a big story to tell!

A delightful small museum with the friendliest of staff. Walsall once supplied saddles to the whole world - 700 people were involved in the trade. There is 100s of years of history here. We must not let this heritage be forgotten. I have travelled down...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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eurotrippers

Walsall, United Kingdom

354165

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

very interesting history of our heritage

We visited with friends and spent 1.5-2 hours happily looking round and talking with the resident saddle-maker. It was fascinating to see the history of Walsall laid out so clearly and in such a thoughtful manner. How the town adapted to the changing economic conditions...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Siobhan B

Dudley, United Kingdom

186

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Surprising

This was so interesting. I didn't want to go because it didn't appeal to me. So glad I went. So many skills lost but recreated here.

Date of experience: May 2018

1 Thank Siobhan B

Karen Y

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

My visit

Had friends down from Nottingham and took them to Walsall Leather Museum. Very interesting, educational they really enjoyed it and so did i. Well worth a visit, thank you x

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Karen Y

Stephen S

Lichfield

Reviewed 5 weeks ago

Elerly visitors, some in wheelchairs.

We took a party of eight old age pensioners with a wide range of disabilities to cope with to this museum. We were treated to a warm welcome and given a conducted tour, guided by a staff member, who pitched his presentation at just the...More

Date of experience: October 2018

2 Thank Stephen S

Traveler765054

Walsall, United Kingdom

Reviewed November 6, 2018 via mobile

Interesting heritage

Warm welcome, friendly staff. Interesting stall of New Hall table ware. Fascinating to see how the leather industry worked in Walsall

Date of experience: December 2017

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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.