Becconsall-Lancashire’s Living History & Heritage Museum
29 The Gravel, Mere Brow, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6JX
The traditional craft of a Cooper was an essential part of Dock life in any port. A wide variety of goods and produce was stored and transported across oceans in barrels. This display will focus on the skill and craftsmanship of a Cooper and how changing times impacted on one family. There will also be a working blacksmiths forge and other metal working demonstrations .
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000-1600
Location & directions
29 The Gravel, Mere Brow, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6JX
- Directions:
- The Smithy is opposite the Legh Arms
- Contact on day:
- Site Manager
- Telephone number:
- +447306368228
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- Under 16 accompanied by adult
- Booking contact name:
- Dorothy Hawkes
- Booking telephone number:
- +447306368225
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking opens:
- 01 Jun 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 14 Sep 2024 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Limited parking to side of venue
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
