# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and stories of Lancashire’s cotton industry at Queen Street Mill; Offering a rare chance to explore an authentic 19th-century cotton factory as it would have been in the height of production, with historic machinery that still runs today – for FREE!

On our Heritage Open Days, you can discover what life was like in a working mill. You can watch our impressive 130-year-old Lancashire Looms thunder into action and explore areas of the mill not usually open to the public. 

During your visit, you can enjoy guided tours led by our knowledgeable volunteers, meet our costumed staff and soak up the atmosphere of a working weaving shed.

On Saturday 12 September, we’re delighted to welcome the Bowland branch of the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers, who will be demonstrating traditional fibre crafts and sharing their expertise in handweaving and spinning.

Whether you’re fascinated by history, love hands-on crafts, or are simply looking for a unique day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

https://www6.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/event-details?eventid=3794943
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnley/heritage-open-day-with-the-guild-of-weavers-spinners-and-dyers/200030242623652
- **Event Categories**: volunteering
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 143

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Burnley
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
- **lat**: 53.810272899496
- **long**: -2.2017520552719
- **full address**: Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Harle Syke,Burnley, Lancashire, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers being held?
  - **A:** Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Harle Syke,Burnley, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers?
  - **A:** Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers is organized by Lancashire Museums.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Lancashire Museums's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Lancashire Museums a rating of 2/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Lancashire Museums has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Heritage Open Day - With the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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