Knutsford Heritage Centre
Knutsford Heritage Centre
4.5
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Knutsford Heritage Centre is the best way to discover Knutsford and Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford. Changing exhibitions tell the story of Knutsford and its people. Official Walking Tours of Knutsford run every Friday afternoon (at 2pm from May-October. The Centre also houses the famous Knutsford Tapestry, measuring 52 metres it took 4 years to complete and involved 3,000 people in the stitching. It captures the architecture and every day life of Knutsford in the year 2000.
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Wigan154 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
A small heritage centre set in a beautiful little garden. The main focus is on the amazing tapestry of the town that was created by thousands of people for the millennium. Many thanks to Caroline for explaining the process involved. We loved the May Queen display too. A lovely lace to visit
Written 31 October 2023
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Barb S
212 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
We had a lovely welcome. The ladies in the centre were really knowledgeable and passionate. We were told how Knitsford got its name. We went to the gallery, there was a huge tapestry of the whole town, completed by hundreds of different people for the millennium. It was fascinating. There were boards of info to read. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Back at the front was a small but interesting shop. We enjoyed our visit here.
Written 24 March 2023
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Beth L
Skipton, UK180 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
We were so pleased to have time to look around Knutsford Heritage Centre on a stormy day where we had originally intended to go to Tatton Park!
The Knutsford tapestry is simply amazing and it was so heartwarming to read the story behind it.
The ladies working in the shop were so friendly and knowledgeable, it was great to chat and learn more about Knutsford.
The Knutsford tapestry is simply amazing and it was so heartwarming to read the story behind it.
The ladies working in the shop were so friendly and knowledgeable, it was great to chat and learn more about Knutsford.
Written 20 March 2022
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justustwoyorkshire
yorkshire39 contributions
Mar 2022
Visit if only to see the tapestry. Ask for an explanation as it is very interesting. Also it is free entry.
Written 20 March 2022
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Stanley C
Stockport, UK40 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
On Sat 9/10/21 I took my granddaughter to Tatton Park in Knutsford and passed by the Knutsford Heritage Centre. We were invited in by a very kind lady called Mary to have a look round. If not for her we would have missed this little gem of the town. She showed us amongst other interesting traditions of the town this wonderful tapestry made by a group of people and intrigued us with the minute details handwoven in the fabrics. My granddaughter was so happy with this short detour and of course the walk in the Tatton Park. Thank you, Mary🙏
Written 11 October 2021
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StephenCross
Dublin, Ireland18,403 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Old center sitting in the middle of the town. Enter down a narrow alleyway. Tapestry and other items of interest. Worth a stop off.
Written 9 November 2019
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IAN D
Wigan, UK19,555 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
Pleasant little place with shop attached. Ran by volunteers who tell you the history of Knutsford. A most amazing tapestry made over a number of years is the highlight.
Written 26 August 2019
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Lionel T
Preston, UK146 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Called at Knutsford to have a look at this Museum as we were unable to visit it a couple of weeks previously when we were there. What a pleasant surprise to see this small Museum largely about a tradition (May Queen celebrations) which was once popular in many towns and villages throughout the UK. It is great to see that it is still celebrated in Knutsford. It was amazing to see so much information, dresses and other memorabilia from past celebrations. Also the Museum houses the Millenium tapestry of Knutsford in three sections. This is a fantastic piece of work and something which should be seen if visiting the town.
Written 6 July 2019
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Good_Partner
Sydney, Australia4,238 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
The heritage centre entrance is deep into a side street while the other end of the entrance through a small lane under a building to a slightly more busy road. The centre has her larger part dressed up as a garden, in front of an exhibition hall and supported by an office. What is amazing is the collection of a beautiful tapestry that is so large to contain a story telling historical street map of the old Knutsford and the surrounding. It must be the focal point of the visit as visitors can understand better this small town.
Written 10 June 2019
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bkruss23
Knutsford, UK5 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Always excellent food,friendly staff in wonderful setting,hidden gem in Knutsford.
Set next to heritage centre off King Street,Penny farthings adorn the walls,little train goes round near ceiling to delight children,fabulous courtyard to sit on a sunny day old world charm with up to date restaurant.
Highly recommend.
Set next to heritage centre off King Street,Penny farthings adorn the walls,little train goes round near ceiling to delight children,fabulous courtyard to sit on a sunny day old world charm with up to date restaurant.
Highly recommend.
Written 5 June 2019
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NickyBat
High Wycombe, UK93 contributions
Hi, you mention the shuttle bus from the airport, where will we find this at the airport? Is there a bus number or bay? And where should we get off to get to the hotel? Many thanks.
EricaManchester
Manchester28 contributions
I don't think there's a shuttle bus but there are public transport buses from the airport to Knutsford. Which bus to catch depends on the day and time of travel. I don't know how much the journey would cost by taxi.
If you contact the Heritage Centre they may be able to advise on transport options.
Enjoy your stay,
Best wishes,
Erica
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Frequently Asked Questions about Knutsford Heritage Centre
- Knutsford Heritage Centre is open:
- Sun - Sun 14:00 - 17:00
- Tue - Sat 11:00 - 16:00
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