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Hat Works

Stockport , United Kingdom

Last verified: Oct 5, 2025 Source confidence: High Sources: Google • Manual check

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Hours
Monday: Closed
Phone
0161 474 2399
Website
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Address
Wellington Mill, Wellington Rd S, Stockport SK3 0EU, UK
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About this museum

Nestled in a historic mill building, Hat Works explores the rich heritage of Stockport's headwear manufacturing, showcasing intricate machinery and craftsmanship that defined the town's industrial identity. Visitors can trace the evolution of hat production through engaging displays of vintage tools, half - finished pieces, and fully realized headwear from different eras. This free museum offers an immersive journey into a once - thriving local industry, bringing the art and science of hat - making to life.

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  • Free admission every day
  • Today: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM -
  • Plan for about an hour
  • Verified Oct 5, 2025

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Wellington Mill, Wellington Rd S, Stockport SK3 0EU, UK

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  • 4.5 rating from 397 reviews

Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

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