Preserving Lancashire Heritage.
Uncover the heritage of Helmshore Village’s textile industry with a journey through Higher Mill Museum
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Everything you need to know for your visit to Higher Mill Museum.
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Help us to make our waterwheel magnificent again.
Welcome to Higher Mill Museum
The perfect day for heritage enthusiasts, intrigued explorers and proud locals.
Step back 250 years and explore Higher Mill Museum’s role in Lancashire’s woollen textile industry before cotton became the dominant fibre that helped spark the industrial revolution in 1760.
We welcome you to come and discover the fascinating story behind this sensational space.
Current Projects
The Water Wheel Restoration Project
We’re driving donations to make our waterwheel move again. Get involved and help us restore an important part of our history.
The History
From the cotton industry to industrial revolution.
Learn all about Higher Mill Museum’s role in Lancashire textiles.
Visit Us
Step into the heart of Lancashire’s industrial heritage. Higher Mill Museum takes you on a fascinating journey into the world of cotton.
Donate
Higher Mill is a heritage site, and every donation contributes towards preserving this special space and the history of cotton in Lancashire.