Museums & Galleries · Leicestershire
Ruddington Framework Knitters Museum
📍 NG11 6HE
Photo: Christine Johnstone (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Experience living and working conditions of Victorian craftspeople
- Explore unique museum collections
- Cafe, shop and gallery/events space at Parker's Yard
- Family activities and creative projects throughout the year
- Book a group visit or workshop
The Framework Knitters Museum in Ruddington, Rushcliffe, lets you step into the living and working conditions of Victorian craftspeople, in one of the few places where this history survives so vividly. You can explore the museum's unique collections, join a workshop, or book a group visit, and there's a cafe, shop and gallery space at Parker's Yard to enjoy afterwards. It suits families, history enthusiasts and school groups alike. If you're staying nearby, Beeston station is 3.1 miles away, Colwick Country Park's West Lake beach is 4.4 miles off, and there are 37 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Best for
- Those interested in Victorian craft and industrial heritage
- Booking
- Group visits can be booked
From the attraction's own website on 8 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Gift Shop
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🚆 Or come by train
- Beeston 3.1 miles
- Attenborough 3.5 miles
- Nottingham 3.9 miles
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