Armley Mills Museum

Armley Mills, once the world’s largest woollen mill, is now an award-winning industrial museum.

Exhibits dating from the 18th and 19th centuries show the history of textiles, clothing and engine and locomotive manufacture in the area. The museum also illustrates the history of cinema projections, including the first moving pictures taken in Leeds, as well as 1920s silent movies. During the regular 'working weekends' several exhibits are operated including water wheels, a steam engine and the great spinning `mules'.

Location

Armley Mills, Canal Road, Armley, Leeds LS12 2QF. Tel: (0113) 263 7861 Fax: (0113) 263 7861 Email: armleymills.indmuseum@virgin.net

2 miles west of Leeds City Centre off the A65.

(Following information correct at 27th Jan 2002 - please check the web site for latest details)

Opening Times

Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm. Also open on Bank Holiday Mondays.

Admission Price

£2 adults, £1 concessions and 50p children (accompanied by an adult) Wheelchair Access: Ramped access (some ramps are steep), toilet and lifts.

Facilities

Gift shop, picnic area and free parking

Buses to and from Leeds

5A, 14, 66, 67 - frequent service Monday to Saturday daytime, 3 buses per hour evenings and Sunday.

Web site: http://www.leeds.gov.uk/tourinfo/attract/museums/armley

See also: Burley History, EarlyBurley: Acknowledgements