Museums · North West England
Smithy Heritage Centre
In or near Knowsley.
Smithy Heritage Centre — a museum in North West England, United Kingdom.
Ian Greig — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Thatto Heath · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Smithy Heritage Centre is a museum located in North West England, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Smithy Heritage Centre offers visitors a glimpse into life during World War II through interactive exhibits and virtual tours. It is a dog-friendly venue that welcomes everyone, including pets.
Place summary
The Smithy Heritage Centre is a museum located in North Wales. It showcases the region's industrial heritage, focusing on traditional smithing techniques and local craftsmanship. The centre serves as a resource for understanding the historical significance of smithies in the area.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.4601, -2.7709
- District
- St. Helens
- Parish
- Eccleston
- Postcode
- WA10 4RA
- Parliamentary constituency
- St Helens South and Whiston
- Phone
- +44 (0)1744 730744
- Nearest railway station
- Thatto Heath — 2.7 km
- Opening
- Saturdays and Sundays 1pm to 4pm; other times by special arrangement
- Official site
- smithyheritagecentre.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1357547632 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Smithy Heritage Centre?
- Smithy Heritage Centre is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode WA10 4RA), in the parish of Eccleston.
- What is Smithy Heritage Centre?
- Smithy Heritage Centre — a museum in North West England, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Smithy Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Thatto Heath, about 2.7 km away. The nearest town is Knowsley. Drivers can use postcode WA10 4RA.
- Is Smithy Heritage Centre free to visit?
- Yes, Smithy Heritage Centre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Smithy Heritage Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Thatto Heath, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WA10 4RA.