We welcome visitors to the Archive’s Gallery during the opening hours above. The Gallery illustrates the variety of design and craftsmanship for which Warner & Sons became famous. There is a selection of items from the Archive on display including textiles, paper designs and original documents.
Pre-booked group visits are welcomed, and include an introductory talk and, if requested, a tour of the Archive Store. Refreshments can also be provided. Please phone 01376 316780 or click here for further details.
Research – the Archive Store is a fantastic resource for academic and personal use. All visits must be pre-booked and charges apply. Please click here for more information.
Invitation to View – the Warner Textile Archive is one of many destinations in East Anglia associated with Invitation to View; a scheme to open up the region’s best historic houses and collections for specially appointed visits. Click here for further details.
We are located at:
Warner Textile Archive, Silks Way, Braintree CM7 3GB
Free parking is available adjacent to the Archive for a limited number of vehicles. Alternatively, we are a five minute walk from Braintree Town railway station and Braintree Bus Park.
Directions from Braintree Village – CM77 8YH (refereed to as Braintree Freeport on road signs)