Really interesting museum in a historic mill. There was a demonstration of an old wool spinning machine. The chap doing the demo was friendly and gave us lots of insight into local history and process. Lots of emphasis on how tough times were for the factory workers. There was a nice set of exhibits on businesses and inventions that came from Leeds, and a mock up of an old cinema showing some great films of how folk used to holiday in times gone past. It's run by the council so don't expect it to be glitzy. We walked to and from the town centre along the canal. It's about 1 1/2 miles. There is onsite parking. Well worth a visit if you're at all interested in history or industry.

I unfortunately had a fall outside the museum before they had opened for the day. Multiple staff members came and helped me and my partner. They gave me a place to sit to calm down with snacks, tea and even a change of clothes. The museum staff were absolutely amazing so kind and caring. Highly recommend to go, you’ll be getting an amazing customer service experience. Thank you again to the workers who helped me, I hope I made a normal workday much more interesting.

Fascinating! This is an old Yorkshire Mill packed with old machinery from old Yorkshire Mills. If you are lucky, Barrie will be on hand to regale you with stories of the trade and fire up the spinning machine. Even if he isn't, the boards mean a self-tour is worthwhile. Other areas look at the local textile industry, including the rise and fall of Burton's, local inventors and Victorian life. There's even an old flea-pit cinema and a Victorian classroom. Authentic Yorkshire for a token entry fee of £5.50.

Great half term family activity for a couple of hours which was enjoyed by all in our group from age 4 - 64! Very educational regarding the textile trade and life and perils of the olden days. Some good interactive bits that the kids enjoyed but bits were missing from some of them so needs a bit of TLC. Amazing to see the ladies turning wool into yarn! Large picnic area and TCMFs. Downside was the accessibility for the buggy despite the staff being very friendly and offering to help. Also baby changing facilities were nowhere to be found! All in all a good, educational activity for a few hours and just as I remember it from 30 years ago!

This is a small museum packed with incredible machinery from the past. It describes the creation of the Yorkshire textile industry and other engineering development in the area. The focus is on the textile industry and there are descriptions of the working conditions and the extremes that the workers went through. They were mainly women and children. Other developments include a small car, photographic, cinematic and trains. The staff are very knowledgable and helpful. There was a group of women spinning in the cafe. There is so much here and development work continues but investment is sorely needed to help it meet its potential. The entrance fee is minimal. It’s a great place to visit.