The Society, a Registered Charity, was founded in 1977 to encourage the study and preservation of costume and textiles, and to researching into the history appertaining to their origins and use.

The area covered is approximately that between Nottingham, Chester  and the Scottish border. Within this area meetings are held in New style  are here. different venues every three or  four months, and range from general visits to places of interest to detailed seminars on particular topics.

Members are drawn from all walks of life, some with considerable knowledge of the history of costume and textiles, but many who have an enthusiastic interest and are keen to learn about the subjects. New members are always welcome.

We also produce a range of patterns available for purchase  which are based on original museum pieces and can be from us ordered online 

We hope you enjoy your visit and decide to join us!

NOTE:  Our website has been hacked by a company called UGGBoots.  The Society does not endorse any of their products and strongly recommends that in no circumstances should you click on any advertising links which you may find randomly scattered on any of our webpages.

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