Salts Mill, an imposing and elegant former Victorian worsted mill, stands as a testament to industrial heritage beautifully reimagined for the modern age. Nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire, this magnificent building has been sensitively transformed into a vibrant hub for art, culture, and community life. Visitors consistently rate Salts Mill highly, achieving an impressive 4.6/5 stars from thousands of reviews, praising its unique blend of history and contemporary offerings.
Art and Culture
The mill is celebrated for its commitment to art, most notably as home to a significant collection of works by Bradford-born artist David Hockney, including a renowned free exhibition. Guests frequently highlight the opportunity to explore various galleries, admiring art in a truly unique setting. The building itself is often described as wonderfully preserved, enhancing the overall artistic experience and providing a fascinating glimpse into its past.
Shopping and Dining
Beyond the art, Salts Mill offers a curated selection of shopping outlets. Enthusiastic visitors often discover a range of unique items, from art materials and books to antique stalls and home furnishings, all within beautifully utilised historic spaces. When it's time to refuel, the mill provides a charming cafe and a diner, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Many reviews commend the thoughtful use of the beautiful historic spaces for these diverse attractions, making it a compelling destination for a full day out.
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Marvellous space! Beautiful buildings sensitively used for a brilliant FREE Hockney exp on ground floor and many lovely art materials available to buy. Gorgeous book shop on higher floor plus lovely reasonably priced cafe. Biggest treat for me was the exhibition of Ian Beeson's deeply moving, thought provoking photographs! Also Free!! The UNESCO world heritage site that is Saltaire village is over the bridge (2 mins away) and is perfectly charming with the four lions who should have been in Trafalgar Square- can you spot them? All together makes for a really great day out, even in this misty-rainy weather
A fascinating historic mill that has been transformed into a vibrant hub for arts, culture, dining, and community life. It’s best known for its impressive collection of David Hockney’s work, which alone makes it worth a visit. Alongside the art, you’ll find excellent dining options, engaging displays on the mill’s history, and insights into the surrounding village. With ample parking and so much to see and do, it’s an ideal place to spend the day.
Loved this old industrial building, wonderfully preserved. Went to the free Hockney exhibition and perused the gallery upstairs and bolt on antique store. It looked like a great cafe in the place too. All in a beautiful part of the world. What a great place to walk around Saltaire is.
Incredible place, We Will Sing is amazing and is highly recommend a visit just for this, I really wish I could buy a vinyl album of the recording it was breathtaking. But there are also wonderful shops with books, stationery etc. Quite a few eating options, the carrot cake in the upper cafe is heavenly! And of course the artwork is fantastic. Very highly recommend!
I had a fabulous day. The art by Hockney is astounding. The exhibit showing his process was especially fascinating. We ate in the diner. Twas a lovely meal and the staff nicely attentive. Free parking, free art by premier artists, a fabulous building in wonderful surroundings. Great use of an old building. What's not to love?
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📍 Victoria Rd, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3HU, UK
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Victoria Rd, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3HU, UK
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