A tight-knit community

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of this unique place where families lived and laboured together to shape a region’s industry.

Award-winning handmade museum

One of the few places left where you can experience the living and working conditions of Victorian craftspeople.

Discover what you can enjoy

From family activities to creative projects; unique experiences to community celebrations.

Passing on skills for 200 years

Book a group visit, choose a workshop or come and explore our unique collections.

Enjoy a coffee and browse our shop

Visit our cafe, shop and gallery/events space.

Help continue a 400 year heritage

It is our wonderful volunteers who bring this place to life. We also welcome student placements, artist residencies and project partners. You can also support us by becoming a Friend of the museum.

Opening Times

Framework Knitters Museum

Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday - Saturday: 11am - 4pm
Parker’s Yard Cafe
Monday to Saturday: 9am – 4pm
Sunday: 11.30am – 4pm

 

 

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    Top 10 places to visit in Ruddington

     

    Second visit to this fascinating museum, a veritable storehouse of social history, staffed by knowledgeable, enthusiastic folk.

    Some steps may prove difficult for the elderly or infirm but there’s plenty to appreciate at ground level.

    Living History

    My sister and I loved this museum. Especially the guided tours explaining how the machines work and the working and living conditions of the frame knitters at the time.

    Even got the chance to take a look at Queen Victoria’s stockings in the former methodist church across the cottages. Excellent museum! Very entertaining and interesting

    Terrific Museum

    My sister and I loved this museum. Especially the guided tours explaining how the machines work and the working and living conditions of the frame knitters at the time.

    Even got the chance to take a look at Queen Victoria’s stockings in the former methodist church across the cottages. Excellent museum! Very entertaining and interesting! Lovely to see such a local and ordinary history preserved

    Excellent Museum!