Yesterday, staff and volunteers from the Framework Knitters Museum, alongside team members from Splitscreen, took part in a Deaf Awareness session aimed at improving accessibility and inclusion across the site. The session is part of the museum’s wider commitment to … Read More

A small but significant piece of local heritage at the Framework Knitters Museum is back in working order- thanks to the expert hands of local resident Percy. Although the original pump that once served the four workers’ cottages has long … Read More

At our small, independent museum, every kind word and thoughtful review means the world to us. We are incredibly grateful for the feedback we receive, which not only encourages our team but also reflects the hard work, care, and passion … Read More

There’s been a hive of activity behind the scenes in the Griswold Room, where staff and volunteer Helen and Mary have been hard at work undertaking a detailed inventory of our circular sock machines. With a large number of machines … Read More

On Saturday 12 July, visitors to the museum were treated to a special opportunity as Sally Hellewell, the artist behind our current exhibition Nature’s Needle – Embroidering the Wild, took up residence in the Chapel Gallery for the day. Sally … Read More

While the museum was closed on Monday, staff members David and Sophie were hard at work giving some much-needed attention to one of the site’s historic features- our heritage well. This beautiful old well, once used by nearby houses, is … Read More

We are always delighted to hear from visitors who have a family connection to the framework knitting trade- a rich and important part of our heritage. This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming James Calladine to the museum. James … Read More

As part of National Volunteers’ Week, the Framework Knitters Museum proudly celebrated the incredible dedication, passion, and time that volunteers contribute — both across the country and especially within our own community. To mark the occasion, the museum hosted a … Read More

Following a period of illness, we were sad to hear last week about the death of Julian Ellis, former Chair of Trustees at the Framework Knitters Museum. Julian became chair in 2017 following a long and illustrious career particularly being … Read More

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Interim Chair of Trustees Graham Shuttleworth who died on Saturday 3rd May 2025. Graham joined the Museum as a Trustee in 2020, bringing with him a wealth of … Read More