Silk & Shoddy
Take a glimpse inside the Victorian woman's wardrobe and discover the contrast between upstairs and downstairs through fashion.
- Booking essential
Have you ever wondered how 19th-century fashions were made, worn, worked in, washed and mended? Discover the stories behind wedding dresses, maternity wear, mourning garb and gowns for waltzing in, as we showcase clothes and accessories of ladies, maids and labourers via unique original garments from the History Wardrobe collection.
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Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Event ticket price | £15.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01282771004 Book your tickets by clicking on the green 'Check Availability' button at the top of this page.
- Suitability
This event is aimed at adults.
- Meeting point
Meet at the front entrance to the Hall.
- Accessibility
Please note this event is held in the Nursery on second floor of Gawthorpe Hall accessed by the main staircase. Unfortunately, due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.
Upcoming events
Patching It Up
Discover some beautiful patchwork quilt textiles and meet our sewing specialists.
Painting Padiham
The popular plein-air painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the hall and around Padiham town centre.