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Quaker Tapestry Museum
Type:Cultural Activity
Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BH
About
350 years of social history and Quaker stories are brought to life in more than 40 vibrant embroidered panels all housed within this architecturally stunning and original Georgian Meeting House.
Our unique and fascinating museum takes you on a journey through the Quaker influence on the modern world, exploring the industrial revolution, developments in science and medicine, the abolition of slavery, social reform, astronomy and ecology. Delight in the detail of the beautiful needlework and the craftsmanship involved in its creation. Made by over 4000 men, women and children from 15 countries, over 15 years, it’s a calm, serene and emotive experience for all.
Audio guides are included in the entry price, enabling visitors to fully appreciate and explore the stories behind these exquisite panels. We also have weekly embroidery demonstrations. And not forgetting the children, we have a selection of activity boxes filled with toys, dressing up clothes, games, colouring and drawing that they are free to play with and discover for the duration of your visit.
Gift shop & Café
Our lovely gift shop has exclusive Quaker Tapestry embroidery kits, embroidery wools and tools, unique gifts, home wares, accessories and much more.
The Garden Café serves brunch, lunch, hot & cold drinks and mouthwatering cake. Alternatively bring a picnic to enjoy in our Peace garden, with it's flowers, lawn and garden benches.
Opening times
January to March, Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 5pm (Last admission 3:30pm) We close for lunch between 1pm - 1:30pm
COVID-19
We have reopened with your health and safety in mind in light of Coronavirus. Our staff are fully trained with the new COVID-19 safety procedures and they will be on hand to advise visitors. Hand sanitisers are stationed on entry to the building and museum. Our children's activity boxes are cleaned and sanitised between each use. The exhibition is located with a large double height ceiling room, with plenty of free flowing fresh air. We kindly ask, if you are able to, to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing.
Book online today, We look forward to sharing the stories behind the stitches!
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Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) |
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* November 2022 - April 2023:
Wednesday to Saturday from 10:00 (10am) to 17:00 (5pm) last admission 16:00 (4pm)
We will be closed between 18th December 2022 and 30th Januray 2023, reopening on 1st February 2023.
Please phone or check our website for more details.
Guide Prices
Adult £7.50
Children under 18 go free
Students over 18 in full-time education £4
Discounts for pre-booked groups of 15 or more.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Languages
- French signs/guides
- German signs/guides
- Spanish signs/guides
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Tripadvisor
- Excellent120
- Very Good47
- Average11
- Poor4
- Terrible3
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Map & Directions
Public Transport Directions
Close to Kendal town centre rail and bus stations, overlooking the river Kent with entrances on New Road and Stramongate.
Accessible by Public Transport: Kendal station is 0 miles away.
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