Port Sunlight was founded by ‘Soap King’ William Lever in 1888 to create a healthy and beautiful place to live for the workers at the Lever Brothers’ soap factory. Today the village is home to a fascinating museum, beautiful architecture, a world-class art gallery, stunning parkland and a thriving community.

Your ticket will give you access to the Port Sunlight Museum and Worker's Cottage. See how the village has developed over the years, from the working and living conditions to the charming architecture, through film, interactives, models and original artefacts. Step inside 22 King George’s Drive to explore the recreated 1913 home of the Carr family. Filled with original objects, the Worker’s Cottage transports you back in time to when Port Sunlight was still being completed and gives an insight into the life of a typical Sunlight Soap factory worker.

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Cost: £24, including £6 entry fee.

NB: The £6 does not include a guided tour. You may be able to book an afternoon tour on arrival, subject to availability (pre-booking not available). See their website for details.

Booking: Starts at the DDu3a Monthly Meeting on Wednesday 8th April 2026. Places must be booked and paid for in advance.

Departure and return times: Coach will leave from outside Dronfield Sports Centre at 09:00 prompt and we will leave the destination at 17:00 unless advised otherwise.

Before booking, please see our Booking Arrangements and Terms and Conditions.

This trip is open primarily to DDu3a members – spare tickets will be offered to friends of DDu3a members (who must be u3a members somewhere in the UK).