Helmshore Textile Museum

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

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.

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