Up Close Tours

The tour includes –

Fascinating history of silk

Entertaining back stories of the silk industry in Macclesfield and history of those who lived here

Demonstrations of some of the machinery in the gallery

More information about the Egyptology collection

Guide of the exhibition upstairs

*BONUS* – visitors who are on a guided tour are able to get up close to the Pattern Books, an activity usually only allowed to special interest groups

Adult £7.50, Concession £6.50, Child free - Tickets are available to buy on the day or in advance through Art Tickets

The Silk Museum is open Wednesday to Saturday (10am – 4pm) and on Treacle Market Sundays (the last Sunday of each month).

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Directions

Road Directions

Follow brown signs, the nearest primary road is A523.

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Richard P
Montclair, New Jersey
Silk Museum - Great stop in Macclesfield
Tuesday, 4th July 2023
We love this place. First of all, Macclesfield is a fascinating small town in the midst of beautiful counrtyside. Its downtown is pedestrian friendly and we found some great places for lunch. The... Read full review
Pat G
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Solo travel
Interesting facts on silk history in Macclesfield ( and America)
Wednesday, 5th July 2023
Visited silk museum only. Exhibits well displayed. Interesting room on Egyptian artifacts. Was a bit out of keeping, but well displayed none the less. Staff enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Quite a... Read full review
railway_chap
Glossop, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Silk Town History
Friday, 20th October 2023
Interesting museum that tells the story of Macclesfield’s silk weaving heritage. Nice little cafe too. Unfortunately the mill next door is closed for repairs until 2024. Read full review