'There is nothing like leather!' - John Waterer. Founded in 1946, the Museum of Leathercraft is the UK's largest museum devoted to leathercraft. With over 10,000 objects, the collection tells the world story of leather from prehistory to present day and features curiosities like George III's commode, ancient Egyptian underpants and Queen Victoria's saddle. Celebrate the history of leather and industry in the home of shoe and leather manufacture!