Shoemakers Museum

Shoemakers Museum Discover the people and stories behind Clarks shoes in the place where it all began.

24/06/2026

Football came first in the 1970s when tactics were more important than personalities. Check out our archive deep dive.

The 1973-1978 attackers range offered an opportunity to learn football tactics from the pros. Spearheaded by England football captain and legend Bobby Moore.

Cool spaces, cool places! Iced coffees to air conditioned galleries await you. We can offer shade under the trees in the...
22/06/2026

Cool spaces, cool places! Iced coffees to air conditioned galleries await you. We can offer shade under the trees in the orchard and gardens if you want to enjoy outside. Inside the galleries are the same cool climate conditioned temperature all year around!
So come and cool off at Shoemakers Museum, Clarks Village, Street. Open daily 10-4pm.

We are delighted that Shoemakers Museum project has won 'Client of the Year' at the Architects' Journal 100 Awards cerem...
19/06/2026

We are delighted that Shoemakers Museum project has won 'Client of the Year' at the Architects' Journal 100 Awards ceremony in London today.

Shoemakers Museum was nominated by Purcell Architecture who designed the museum which opened to the public in September 2025.

"Judges were impressed with the Trust's commitment to quality, enterprise and sophisticated approach to sustainability" noting the inclusion of PV to meet our energy demands, early adoption of CLT and timber-concrete composits, use of salvaged stone, and locally produced brick and lime. Purcell praised "the Trust's clarity of vision and unwaivering commitment to quality" saying "their Quaker values of community before self, quality over expedience, and long term stewardship over short term gain were present in every conversation".

Our thanks go to the Architects’ Journal our colleagues, consultants, workers and supporters on the project that made Shoemakers Museum a reality. Purcell , Mann Williams Greenway Associates, Clough Architects' Journal

We are delighted that Shoemakers Museum project has won 'Client of the Year' at the Architects' Journal 100 Awards cerem...
19/06/2026

We are delighted that Shoemakers Museum project has won 'Client of the Year' at the Architects' Journal 100 Awards ceremony in London today.

Shoemakers Museum was nominated by Purcell Architecture who designed the museum which opened to the public in September 2025.

"Judges were impressed with the Trust's commitment to quality, enterprise and sophisticated approach to sustainability" noting the inclusion of PV to meet our energy demands, early adoption of CLT and timber-concrete composits, use of salvaged stone, and locally produced brick and lime. Purcell praised "the Trust's clarity of vision and unwaivering comittment to quality" saying "their Quaker values of community before self, quality over expedience, and long term stewardship over short term gain were present in every conversation".

Our thanks go to the Architects Journal our colleagues, consultants, workers and supporters on the project that made Shoemakers Museum a reality. Purcell Richards Studio, Projects Limited, , Associates Clough

📸🎨See your surroundings differently. Create something wonderful. A free morning workshop with artist Tomos Wray combini...
18/06/2026

📸🎨See your surroundings differently. Create something wonderful. A free morning workshop with artist Tomos Wray combining photography and collage to map a space that is special to you.

If you have a digital camera bring it along! don't worry if not, all materials are provided.

Reserve your place now for Saturday 20th or 27th June 10-1pm.
Photographic Collage Mapping workshop
🎟️Free with your Shoemakers Museum ticket
(your ticket is an annual pass - pay once return all year!)
🚗Plus you get free parking passes for Clarks Village with every visit😍

🚗 Classic Cars are coming! Friday 19 June 2026 10.30am until around 3pm The Classic and Historic Motor Club are visiting...
18/06/2026

🚗 Classic Cars are coming! Friday 19 June 2026 10.30am until around 3pm The Classic and Historic Motor Club are visiting on a day trip to Shoemakers Museum.

You are welcome to drop in meet the owners and their vehicles.

Classic and Historic Motor Club display Classic & Historic Motor Club

Taking football back to the 1990s. Remember these? CICA Blades. The breakthrough design for a brand made popular through...
17/06/2026

Taking football back to the 1990s. Remember these? CICA Blades. The breakthrough design for a brand made popular through advertising at major televised football matches, fun fitness activities in schools and celebrity partnerships.

Would you like to work at Shoemakers Museum? Do you have customer service and ideally barista experience? We'd love to h...
13/06/2026

Would you like to work at Shoemakers Museum?
Do you have customer service and ideally barista experience? We'd love to hear from you.
Deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 15 June. Mor details on the website.

This workbench will return to the Shoemaking gallery this weekend. Conservation volunteer and furniture expert Dan Mifsu...
12/06/2026

This workbench will return to the Shoemaking gallery this weekend. Conservation volunteer and furniture expert Dan Mifsud has been making essential stabilizing and consolidating repairs. The workbench (mid 1800s - early 1900s) was an important part of every shoemakers' workshop providing seating and a space for the tools of the shoemakers trade.

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Shoemakers Museum, Clarks Village
Street
BA160BQ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+441458444060

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