Contact details
General information (Tel)
:
0115 9846914
General information (Fax)
:
Manager's Desk.
:
kassimi@madasafish.com
Brochure Site
:
rfkm.org
Open
Easter to December -
Wednesday - Saturday and Bank Holiday Mondays
11:00 am. to 4.30 pm. Last ticket sale 4:00 pm.
Sundays, Easter to September only 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
Closed
Christmas to Easter except for groups by appointment only.
Admission charges
A small charge is payable, with concessions for family groups, children and senior citizens.
Description
A working Museum presenting all aspects of the lives of a Victorian Knitting Community. Comprises authentic cottage living accomodation and workshops set around a garden courtyard. Demonstrations of framework knitting and circular knitting.
Cafeteria - tea/coffee and biscuits on request. Group catering by appointment.
Collections description
Handling collections may require prior arrangement.
Key artists and exhibits
Framework knitting
;
Hosiery manufacture
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Parking for coaches
Guided tours
Collections
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Disability Access
Braille information and/or interpretation
General audio-guide available
Large print information and/or interpretation
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Children and Families
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
General audio-guide available
Loan service
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Cafeteria
Gardens open to public
General audio-guide available
Library
Mail order service available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Shop
Study facilities
