Museums of Cheshire

Cheshire has a wealth of history and heritage for you and your family to explore in the Museums of Cheshire.

Industrial heritage also features strongly among Cheshire's attractions including Crewe Heritage Centre where you can see history brought to life and discover the story of the small farming community that was transformed into the railway capital of the world.

Norton Priory Museum is the Europe’s most excavated monastery. The museum tells the story of the priory from its foundation in 1134, through its dissolution under Henry VIII, to its later life as the home of the Brooke family for more than 400 years.

Cheshire also boasts a fantastic range of museums that cover all manner of subjects and town history. Whether you want to find out about the story of Congleton town through its unique collection of hoards at Congleton Museum or explore Cheshire's textile industry at Macclesfield Silk Museum. See how roman salt and Cheshire cheese was made at Nantwich Museum or discover the fascinating history of Lymm there is something for everyone. Lymm Heritage Centre has a range of unique artifacts, where else would you find a dinosaur and football legend Pele in the same exhibition?!

If you plan to visit any of our museums please check opening times and admission prices with each individual business before you travel, despite us aiming to bring you real time information about the county's offerings things do change frequently.

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Lion Salt Works

Cheshire’s salt – the precious mineral on which this county sits – has been prized since Roman times.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Lymm Heritage Centre

Lymm is a popular destination for visitors at any time. There’s great walks, and great places to eat drink and shop, all set in a picturesque village with the old Cross at its heart. But your trip wouldn’t be complete without paying a visit to discover the Lymm Story at Lymm Heritage Centre.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Crewe Heritage Centre

A celebration of Crewe's rail heritage, includes model and miniature railways.
1. 1 Mar 202431 Oct 2024
Norton Priory Museum & Gardens

Come and discover a story which spans 900 years and uncover the site’s transition from St Augustinian priory, to mitred abbey and onto the family home of the Baronets of Norton.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum, a vibrant community museum where visitors can learn about the early settlement of the town, the importance of salt, the local dairy and other industries, events and people that have shaped the town's history.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Congleton Museum

Discover a fascinating display of life, culture, and industry dating from the pre-historic period to the present day.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Silk Museum

Join an Up Close Tour of the Silk Museum where our expert guides look at all aspects of Mill life and silk production, the inspiring Pattern Books and the beauty of the textiles to the global phenomenon of silk.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Weaver Hall Museum

Life could be very tough for the people of mid-Cheshire but never more so than for those who ended up in the Northwich Union Workhouse.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Stretton Watermill

Step back in time and visit one of the country’s best preserved water powered corn mills.
1. 1 Apr 202430 Apr 2024
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Grosvenor Museum

The Grosvenor Museum is full of surprises which tell the stories of Cheshire from pre-history to the 20th century.
1. 2 Jan 202331 Dec 2023

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Silk Museum

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Macclesfield

Join an Up Close Tour of the Silk Museum where our expert guides look at all aspects of Mill life and silk production, the inspiring Pattern Books and the beauty of the textiles to the global phenomenon of silk.

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Nelson Pit Visitor Centre

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Poynton

Nelson Pit Visitor Centre is one of Poynton's hidden gems and is perfectly situated near to Poynton Marina for a relaxing afternoon with the family.

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Cheshire Military Museum

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Chester

The Cheshire Military Museum, in Chester, tells the story of the Cheshire Soldiers from the 17th Century right through to the present day.
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Bollington Discovery Centre

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Clarence Road, Bollington

Bollington Discovery Centre brings together the history of this and other great mills of Bollington, the Macclesfield Canal and shows their place and importance to the town.

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Cycle Museum

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Higher Walton, Warrington

Museum displays cycles from all over the world complimented with anecdotes of social history.

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Griffin Trust Museum

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Hooton Park Airfield, Ellesmere Port

This historic site was once the home of many aircraft during its civilian and operational RAF life.

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Nether Alderley Mill (NT)

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Wilmslow

Concealed under the long sloping roof of this medieval building is a fully restored, working corn mill.

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RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

Old Hall, Warrington

Burtonwood Heritage Centre was built on the site of RAF Burtonwood, which was once the largest airfield in Europe. The heritage centre is a great opportunity to explore a fascinating period of 20th century history.
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Robinsons Brewery Visitors Centre

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Brewery

Stockport

The Robinsons family have been brewing beer at the Unicorn brewery in the heart of Stockport for more than 175 years. Pop in to Robinsons Visit England accredited Visitors Centre and discover the story for yourself. Bringing Brewing to Life!

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Knutsford Heritage Centre

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Knutsford

Knutsford Heritage Centre tells the town's history and is home to Knutsford's 53 sq. metre Millennium Tapestry.
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Chester History and Heritage

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

Chester

Chester History and Heritage is the first place to contact to discover your local ancestors or find out more information on the history of Chester city and district.

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Cuckoo Land & Clock Museum

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Museum

Tabley

Largest collection of antique cuckoo clocks. Five fairground organs, 12 trumpeter clocks and tools all from the Black Forest.

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Anson Engine Museum

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Macclesfield

Recognised as one of the country’s leading specialist museums. Fuelled by enthusiasm and staffed by volunteers it is a great day out for all the family.

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Englesea Brook Chapel & Museum

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Crewe

Freedom, Equality, Fraternity! It’s a surprising proclamation to hear on a quiet country lane.

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