Discover
Congleton Museum
where every artefact
has a tale to ‘dig’ into!
Enjoy interactive displays, talks, workshops,
and tours for all ages.
Congleton Museum is a local museum in Congleton, Cheshire, covering the history of the town and surrounding areas, from the pre-historic period to the present day.
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View what’s onArchaeology in the News! A Talk by Ellie Chambers
This is a brand new academic talk with a new perspective on how we report history news, and perfect for lovers of archaeology and history enthusiasts.
Easter Needle Felting Workshop
Join us at Congleton Museum for a delightful Easter Needle Felting Workshop for beginners! Take home your handmade needle felted egg, just in time for Easter.
Wizard’s Workshop: Make Your Own Wand
Calling all aspiring wizards and witches for a spellbinding two-hour adventure. Delve into the art of wand-making using the mystical PowerTex, and adorn your creation with dazzling crystals and precious stones.
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Exploring the Woodwork Artistry of Samuel Frodsham
What links a war memorial in St Martin’s Church, Ashton on Mersey, a shop window at 7 Swan Bank, the library fittings in Gawsworth Hall, the screen and roof of Astbury Church and the font cover of St James Church, Congleton?
Find Out MoreClockmaking: A lost industry of Congleton
Congleton’s clockmakers were the town’s precision engineers of the 18th and early 19th centuries…
Find Out MoreElectrifying Congleton: Igniting a New Era of Light and Power
Why did electricity come to Congleton so late?
Find Out MoreFrom Vision to Reality: The inspiring story of Congleton Museum’s inception
How a determined band of volunteers created and now runs an accredited museum to illustrate the story of Congleton.
Find Out MoreHarvesting Hope: Congleton’s Women Land Army in the Great War
The story of a Congleton-born Land Army girl.
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