Hat Works Museum

Hat Works is the UK's only museum dedicated to the hatting industry, hats and headwear.

The museum is open for booked tours only on selected dates. The Gallery of Hats is temporarily closed for refurbishment and reinterpretation. Follow us on Hat Works Facebook and Hat Works Twitter.

Christmas and New Year opening hours


The Hat Works Museum will close at 4pm on Friday 22 December and re-open on Thursday 4 January.

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A selection of hats and equipment from Stockport Hat Works.

Hat works tours

Hat Works factory floor tours are now available on selected dates. Visit Art Tickets for dates and times.

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Find events at the Hat Works

Use our calendar to find out what's on at the Hat Works.