Framework Knitters Museum

General information

The museum is the home of Britain's only Luddite exhibition and features two preserved workshops, a row of workers cottages, garden and a chapel. Watch a framework Knitter in action in the frameshop. Have a go at a griswold sock machine and make your own scarf or hat. Explore the historic cottages and see how the manager and workers lived and the conditions which led to the Luddite revolt. Visit the chapel and our historic hosiery collection.

OPENING TIMES
FEBRUARY – MARCH
Thursday – Saturday
February 1st to March 31st
11.00am – 2.30pm*

APRIL – DECEMBER
Wednesday – Saturday
April 1st to December 23rd
11.00am – 4.30pm*

Sundays
until September 30th
1.30pm – 4.30pm*

*Last entry to museum 30 minutes before closing

Closed throughout January

OPEN ALL BANK HOLIDAY MONDAYS
See our website for opening times for special events

Why not visit the Little Textile Emporium, our shop devoted to promoting local textile makers. We have gifts and cards for every occasion to suit all budgets.

Finish your visit in the delightful tea room over looking the garden.

See our website for admission prices.

How to find us
The village of Ruddington is just a few miles from the centre of Nottingham.

By Bus
You can reach the museum easily by bus from Nottingham:
Nottingham City Transport No. 10 from the Victoria Centre, Parliament Street, or Trent Barton "Ruddington Connection" from the Broadmarsh Bus Station. Both stop at The Green, a short distance from the Museum.

By Car
From Nottingham Ring Road (A52), via A60 Nottingham - Loughborough Road.
From M1 (Junction 24) via A453. Follow signs to Ruddington. The museum is clearly signposted as you near the village.

Parking
If you are travelling by car please note that Chapel Street is a cul-de-sac with no turning space. Parking is available outside the museum on Chapel Street however, unless you are confident in your reversing skills, you may find it more convenient to find a parking space nearby. A small car park is nearby and on-street parking is available in the village.