Helmshore Mills Textile Museum 2024

Nestled in a stunning rural location, the museum consists of two historic working mills: Higher Mill a wool-fulling mill and Whitaker Mill a cotton mill. Explore the site to learn about an industry that shaped local Lancashire lives and the industrial heritage of Britain.

Contacts

Operator: Lancashire County Council

Address: Holcombe Road Helmshore Rossendale Lancashire BB4 4NP

Telephone: 01706 226 459
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Website: View website

Open Days & Times

28 Mar-3 Nov Thu-Sun 1100-1600. Visit website for more details for the season.

Travel

By Bus: X41
By Rail: Rawtenstall (ELR) / 3 miles

Facilities

Parking
Refreshments
Souvenir Shop
Full disabled access

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Visit a place where Lancashire’s industrial past is brought to life through a multi-sensory experience like no other. Witness the spellbinding historic machinery in action; where the noisy clicks, clunks, thumps and distinctive scents will transport you to another era.

There is lots to discover to feed curious minds of all ages. Don't miss the amazing working original machinery demonstrations!