Macclesfield

Directions: On Prestbury Rd, next to Sainsbury’s. Limited parking outside the gallery, or further into West Park. Further parking is available nearby - from the museum go down Prestbury Rd towards the town centre, past Sainsbury’s, turning right onto Churchill way, and then first right to the West Park parking area. The museum is within walking distance from Macclesfield railway station.

For information about temporary exhibitions call 01625-613210.

The permanent exhibition contains a wide range of fine and decorative art material. The oil paintings date from the 19^th and 20^th centuries and there is a changing exhibition of local watercolours. There is a good selection of work by Charles Tunnicliffe the wildlife artist who was born in the area.

The temporary exhibitions are organised by Macclesfield Museums and include items from their permanent collection as well as displays by local societies and travelling exhibitions.

Food & Drink: In summer the pavilion is open in West Park

Special Events/Facilities for Children:
The education service (01625-613210) run workshops based upon the museum’s Egyptian collection.

Visitors With Special Needs: The gallery is on one level and disabled access and parking is provided.

The gallery is small, but an interesting Victorian venue with it’s own history.

last updated 6^th October 2006

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