The Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers & Shearmen

Welcome to Tuckers Hall

Home of Exeter's Historic Woollen Cloth Trade

Over 600 years of history in a beautiful period building. Enjoy a tour or hire us to elevate your meetings or add elegance to your event.

IWFS

A history of the Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers and Shearmen

Visit & HIRE

We have a fascinating collection of artefacts and exhibits. You can also hire our beautiful, fully catered hall.

History

Our hall has a wonderful history all of its own.

A home and heart

IN HISTORIC EXETER

Home of the Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers and Shearmen

That's quite a mouthful, but what is the IWFS? Not many realise that Exeter was once the third wealthiest city in Britain, all driven by the woollen cloth trade. The IWFS was the Guild for cloth workers, helping regulate the trade and forming a foundation for charitable giving.
Six centuries later and the Guild continues it's philanthropic mission, creating projects which help young people and supporting business and commerce across the region.

The hall is a beautiful landmark with a remarkable history.

Tuckers Hall holds centuries of history in its architecture and fittings, a fascinating time-capsule which tells of the remarkable place Exeter had in shaping Britain.
With information boards, interactive displays, artefacts and media, there are many ways to learn about the hall, the wool trade and the philathropic work of the Guild.
It's also a wonderful venue you can hire for meetings, events and weddings, to add a gravitas or elegance to your occassion.

Visits and Hire

Enjoy discovering our history or host your event in our unique rooms.

We have spaces for seated meetings, formal events and even weddings.
  • We can help with catering arrangements
  • WiFi is available
  • Meetings and functions
  • Easy reach of the city centre

steeped in history

Working for over 500 years

Tuckers is home to centuries of the wool trade and our foundation, and continues to be an active part of Exeter life today.
  • Guild formed 1459
  • Hall founded 1471
  • Royal Charter 1620
  • A living archive today

Exeter's Historic Heart

Ancient history and new technology

The fascinating stories of the Guild and Tuckers hall are found in artefacts, documents and photographs. These are presented directly and through our digital kiosks, where you can browse deep into the archives.
Discover the past and meet the present as our friendly staff guide you.

ABOUT

Learn about our charitable and mercantile history.

OPENING

Tour times and how to get here.

CONTACT

Get in touch with the Guild.
A FORCE FOR GOOD IN EXETER
THE INCORPORATION OF
WEAVERS FULLERS AND SHEARMEN
Telephone: 01392 302 109
Tuckers Hall, 140 Fore Street, Exeter, EX4 3AN
thebeadle@tuckershall.org.uk
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The Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers & Shearmen