Explore West Berkshire Museum's attic and meet KVGWSD members
1 The Wharf, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5AS
Meet members from the KVGWSD who will show you some of the traditional skills (e.g. spinning and weaving) associated with the original purpose of the seventeenth century Cloth Hall. Then explore the attic of the historic Cloth Hall – this part of the museum building is not usually open to visitors and can only be accessed by a narrow and steep staircase.
Do a self-guided tour of the attic and to help you better understand its unique history you'll be provided with an A3 laminated interpretation sheet telling you some of the Cloth Hall’s story. Although this is a drop-in event, you might be asked to wait a short time to gain access to the attic, as the number of visitors will be restricted.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 1030-1500
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1030-1500
Location & directions
1 The Wharf, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5AS
- Directions:
- West Berkshire Museum is located in central Newbury. The Museum is open 10am-4pm on both days, although the events run 10.30am to 3pm.
- Contact on day:
- Museum reception staff
- Telephone number:
- +441635519562
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Cloth Hall (where the KVGWSD members are situated) can be accessed by a lift, but the Cloth Hall attic is only accessible by a narrow and steep staircase.
Additional information
West Berkshire Museum is located in central Newbury opposite to the public library. It is surrounded by paid public car parks.
