Shoemakers Museum

Welcome to the Shoemakers Museum - Opening 2025

Showcasing the collections of the Alfred Gillett Trust, a heritage charity which preserves shoemaking heritage, specifically that of Clarks Shoes and the family and Somerset location which inspired the global shoe brand. From 1000s of glorious shoes, including roman sandals, original artwork and advertising materials to the internationally significant collection of ichthyosaur fossils, we will bring social and industrial history to life in our new museum opening soon.

Shoemakers Museum is a new visitor experience sharing 200 years history. Shoes, shoemaking and so much more ! We will stitch together the stories of non-conformist Britain hidden in our collections, from the innovative shoe business Clarks which started in Somerset and went global, to the Quaker work for abolition, suffrage and refuge it helped power.

Our doors open in Summer 2025 - come visit us!