Smithy Heritage Centre
Smithy Heritage Centre
Kiln Lane
Eccleston
St Helens
Merseyside
WA10 4RA
England
Website
Eccleston Parish Council website
smithyheritagecentre@hotmail.com
Telephone
01744 730744
Located in an original blacksmith’s forge that was still operating until the late 1970s, Eccleston Parish Council have transformed the Smithy into a museum dedicated to the history of the area.
Learn about the skills of local craftsmen including the farmer, the wheelwright, the farrier and the blacksmith, all of whom played a vital role in Eccleston’s rural past.
Temporary exhibitions cover a wide range of subjects, and the Smithy participates in many annual events including the Festival for British Archaeology and International Blacksmiths Day, with activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
Venue Type:
Museum
Additional info
Limited parking available, with preference given to disabled visitors
Blacksmithing and wheelwrighting tools form a major part of the collection, reflecting the former use of the museum site. A range of agricultural artefacts illustrate the area's farming history. There are also displays and collections of domestic artefacts.
Collection details
Agriculture, Industry, Social History
Key artists and exhibits
- Reconstructed blacksmith's forge
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