Walkways Clog Museum

The establishment has been producing clogs since 1870, when James Maude first opened its doors. After his passing in 1914, his sons took over the family business. In 1946, Frank Walkley launched his own venture, Walkleys, which initially focused on styles like the Safety boot clog, Derby, Gibson, and Bar clog, with slip-on designs introduced later. In 1978, Frank Walkley acquired the renowned Maude clog sole works in Hebden Bridge, a once-thriving company that employed over 100 workers dedicated solely to crafting clog soles. Walkley Clogs utilized the vintage machinery for shaping wooden soles and creating the necessary iron components, relying on traditional clog-making techniques handed down through generations of artisans.

During the 1980s, the clog factory became a beloved tourist destination in the Calder Valley, but it faced challenges in the 1990s, particularly after a catastrophic fire in December 1990. Although the building was restored and operated for several more years, it eventually closed its doors. Currently, the site has been vacant for some time, with plans for apartment development awaiting approval.