If you are visiting Newtown then it is worth going to this museum. It gives a great insight into the history of the textile industry in Newtown, and the building itself demonstrates the conditions those involved had to endure. The top floor in particular is interesting, with some local shops and businesses represented as they were in the day. Also look out for their programme of events and demonstrations - I was lucky enough to catch one of their spinning days last year!

Fantastic little museum run entirely by volunteers. We initially visited out of interest in textile production, but the museum also provided a fascinating insight into the history of the local area and its residents. Free to go in - but there is a donation box so you can help to support the museum's upkeep. Lovely, welcoming, knowledgeable staff. Well worth a visit.

Lovely museum, fascinating exhibits, well displayed and knowledgeable and charming (volunteer) staff. Well worth a visit …. and you never look at woollen garment again without realising all the work that made it.

I must admit that I wasn’t expecting much of this museum but I was very pleasantly surprised. We were warmly welcomed by the people looking after the museum and we were then free to explore the 4 floors. The information boards were clear and informative without being too detailed. I learnt a lot about the industry of the town and the making of flannel. It was interesting to see how large families lived in those tiny houses.

What a wonderful evening we had visiting the Textile Museum at Newtown and huge thanks to the volunteers who make this possible. Both Jane and Eleri were excellent hosts and most knowledgeable too. They provided us with a real insight into the history of the flannel industry in Newtown during the 1800's, but also a wider insight into the social history of that time too which was fascinating. It really was a most interesting and informative evening and on behalf of all of us from our WI group may I thank you for the warm welcome and for giving of your time to show us around the museum. We all enjoyed it very much Wishing you continued success in the running of the museum. If there are other groups looking for an interesting trip - this is recommended. With many thanks and all good wishes

Having been earlier in the year solo I wanted to share with a friend. Super little museum and insight into the past industry. Intend to visit again when in area with other friends and family. Not long to go around but well worth it!