Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse (formerly the Salt Museum)
Discover a hidden heritage...
Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse is full of displays and tales of the history and industry of West Cheshire. The stories are told through films, reconstructions, models and displays of intriguing artefacts relating to market towns, transport, archaeology, the famous Cheshire salt industry and the museum building's former history.
The museum is housed within the old Northwich Union Workhouse building. A special display in the former workhouse schoolroom explores life for the paupers, the dismal diet and the harsh work routine.
There is an exciting changing exhibition programme, along with special events, workshops and activities. Follow the links below for more information:
- Exhibitions and events
- Galleries and collections
- Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse education service
- Friends of Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse
Visitor information
Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse
162 London Road
Northwich
CW9 8AB
Tel: 01606 271640
Email: cheshiremuseums@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Friday (January to October), 10am - 5pm
- Tuesday to Friday (November to December), 10am - 4pm
- Saturdays and Sundays (January to October) 2pm - 5pm
- Saturdays and Sundays (November to December) 1pm - 4pm
- Monday during school holidays (except December) and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am - 5pm
Admission charges
- Adults: £2.50
- Child: £1.30
- Concession: £2
- Family: (2 + 2) £6
- Pre-booked groups: £2
There is free admission to view the latest special exhibition or to visit the gift shop or coffee shop.
Access issues
The museum is fully accessible with designated disabled parking bays, accessible toilets and a lift to the first floor level.
Shop and coffee shop
The Museum has a well-stocked shop with local books, postcards, DVDs and attractive souvenirs. We have a coffee shop with a selection of hot and cold drinks, biscuits and flapjacks. There is a pub next door for those looking for hot food.
How to get here
The museum is situated on the A533 about half a mile south of Northwich town centre. It is well signed (follow the brown signs) from the A556 and is approximately a 30 minute drive from Chester and 40 minutes from Liverpool and Manchester. If you are approaching from the town centre, make sure you indicate and turn right immediately after passing underneath the railway viaduct. We have a large free car-park which can accommodate coach parties.
Research
Students and local history researchers are welcome to make use of a wide range of resource material by appointment. The museum library contains books and articles on the local history of the area, the salt industry in Cheshire and elsewhere in the UK.