# Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills, Matlock Bath — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step back in time at this historic textile mill on Derby Road, where Industrial Revolution heritage comes alive through fascinating exhibits. Onsite parking available, though facilities are limited. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/matlock-bath/attractions/sir-richard-arkwrights-masson-mills (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills Derby Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6890668434973656027&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Karolina Szymczyk](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115608001102968410120) **In short:** Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills is a museum in Matlock Bath, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 1,763 Google reviews. Details checked 3 November 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills Step back in time at this historic textile mill on Derby Road, where Industrial Revolution heritage comes alive through fascinating exhibits. Onsite parking available, though facilities are limited. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid garage ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** Closed Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Sara Kirby](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108850505594525616577/reviews) ★★★★★ I had a fascinating visit to Masson Mills - i booked the guided tour and discovered how Richard Arkwright not only invented and developed the water powered cotton spinning frame, but established the factory system, which was copied across the world and played a major part at the start of the industrial revolution. As a result Masson Mills is part of a collection of Derwent Valley Mills and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a valuable piece of textile history and at the museum you can hear all about how cotton thread was produced from its raw state with live demonstrations of the weaving machinery and what it was like to work in one of these mills. Highly recommended if you are interested in the history of the industrial revolution, weaving technology and textiles. · via Google [KSMc](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104154312653454135380/reviews) ★★★★★ What an amazing place! Full of original cotton mill machinery some of which is worked by the helpful people there. It can be quite noisy for a few minutes at a time while the weaving machines are demonstrated. Fascinating building kept in its original state with information about the conditions for the people who worked there giving a real insight. I'd recommend the guided tour to get the most information and the best experience. · via Google [Alan Amesbury](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109178447036300499879/reviews) ★★★★★ An excellent and interesting experience. You really get the feeling of how working in the Victorian and later textile industry was like. Not only is there an array of static and moving machinery but also a guide who runs some of the fabric making machines but is very informative and knowledgeable of the whole process. Great visit and highly recommended. · via Google [Nicholas Clayton](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104922271479903394095/reviews) ★★★★★ If you are interested in textile history and in particular cotton then this is absolutely worth the drive and not to be missed. The whole experience is a guided tour. The guide is a weaver herself and full of information. Go there and be amazed at how innovative people were all those years ago and be shocked at how hard they worked. Janet and Nick July 2026 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48798bd2fa8ad23d:0x5fa0926eeb9a03db!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this museum offers a fascinating insight into industrial history with many original, working textile machines and engaging demonstrations. They also highlight the knowledgeable staff, excellent guided tours, and the pleasant cafe and gift shop. Some reviews mention the parking can be expensive. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 41 Derby Road, Matlock, DE4 3PY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.1125028%2C-1.5620710) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (1,763 reviews) **Prices from** £8 **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Matlock Bath [More attractions in Matlock Bath](https://staycation.co.uk/matlock-bath/attractions) ★ 4.1 (1,763 reviews) From £8 [Book tickets — from £7.50](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=41803319148&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit — affiliate link [Visit official website](http://www.massonmills.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01629 581001](tel:01629581001) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Matlock Bath **Postcode** DE4 3PY **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5W4C7Q+25 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48798bd2fa8ad23d:0x5fa0926eeb9a03db!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48798bd2fa8ad23d:0x5fa0926eeb9a03db!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48798bd2fa8ad23d:0x5fa0926eeb9a03db!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Matlock Bath Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills suitable for? Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills is best for ages 4+. ### Is Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills wheelchair accessible? Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills? Yes: paid car park. ### How do I contact Sir Richard Arkwrights Masson Mills? 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