About Us

A fascinating display of life, culture, and industry, dating from the pre-historic period to the present day. There is something for everyone at Congleton Museum. Our remit focuses on Congleton and the surrounding areas. The family-friendly exhibits contain; six hoards, a medieval log boat, bronze-age weapons, and so much more.

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This website has been part-funded by the Inclosure Trust and Congleton Town Council.

From 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.

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A brief history of Congleton

From a Neolithic settlement to a medieval market town, a centre for the textile industry to a home for Dutch soldiers in WW2 – Congleton through the ages…

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Museum Talks and Walking Tours

Book a history walk or talk for your group.

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Sunday Walks. From Weaver to Wearer

Join the walk on 1st June at 2 pm to explore how, for over 350 years, textile manufacture was the mainstay of Congleton’s economy, influencing its services and architecture.

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Our Disappearing Nature Walk – Dane-in-Shaw Pastures

Join us on 14th June at 1 pm for a gentle community walk through Dane-in-Shaw Pastures, as we document today’s wild plants and compare them with records from over a century ago. Help uncover how our local nature has changed — one step, one species at a time.

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Sunday Walk – Artisan to Patrician

This walk, on 6th April at 2 pm, explores the west side of Congleton, highlighting how the area has changed over the past 100 years from large Georgian Mansions set in private gardens to rows of terraced cottages and modern housing estates.

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City Nature Challenge

Join the City Nature Challenge in Congleton from 25th to 28th April and help document our town’s wild plants! It’s easy—just take photos of plants within Congleton, upload them to iNaturalist, and contribute to a global scientific effort.

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Unlock Insights into Historical Artifacts at Congleton Museum’s Finds Day

Are you in possession of artifacts that could hold historical significance? Finds Liaison Officer Heather Beeton will assist in identifying and recording items, including metal finds, pottery, and other pieces over 300 years old.

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Volunteer Opportunities in the Project Our Disappearing Nature

Join us to collect plant data for Congleton Museum and contribute to building the first extensive local flora database! Come to our meeting on February 3 at 7:00 PM to learn more about how you can get involved.

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