Hat Works
Wellington Mill, Wellington Road South, Stockport SK3 0EU
Tel: 0161 355 7770 Web site:hatworks.org.uk
Opening hours:
Tuesday to Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 11am - 5pm
Monday: CLOSED, except for bank holidays 11am - 5pm
Hat Works is the UK’s only museum dedicated to the hatting industry, hats and headwear. This award winning visitor attraction offers two floors of interactive exhibits taking you on a journey through the history of Stockport’s once thriving hatting industry. The museum
is home to a recreated hat factory with some 20 fully restored working Victorian-style machines and a fantastic collection of over 400 hats from around the world.
Guided Tours:
1.15pm & 2.15pm daily. Self-guided tours also available.
Transport:
A short walk from Stockport bus and train stations, located on the main A6 road.
Admission: FREE. Please note that all guided tours, organised group visits and special events are charged for.
Reasons to visit:
Hat Works is the UK’s only museum of hats and the hatting industry.
You can enjoy live demonstrations of working Victorian machinery and see over 400 hats on display.
Home to a top hat reputed to be the world’s tallest.
A family friendly experience that is thought provoking, educational and fun.