Sock World & Sock Knitting Machine Museum
Sock World & Sock Knitting Machine Museum
Sock World & Sock Knitting Machine Museum
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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62 reviews
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andrewknight7
Hokitika, New Zealand173 contributions
Jun 2020
I went to the Sock World & Sock Knitting machine Museum here in Hokitika.
I was amazed at the exceptionally high quality of the socks for sale.I bought
a beautiful pair of possum and merino socks for about 25 dollars that are so
comfortable I never want to take them off ! The lady who served me was really lovely,
and made me feel welcome. I totally recommend this establishment to anybody looking
for top quality socks and or knitwear in Hokitika. Andrew
I was amazed at the exceptionally high quality of the socks for sale.I bought
a beautiful pair of possum and merino socks for about 25 dollars that are so
comfortable I never want to take them off ! The lady who served me was really lovely,
and made me feel welcome. I totally recommend this establishment to anybody looking
for top quality socks and or knitwear in Hokitika. Andrew
Written 1 June 2020
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cscac
Petaluma, CA681 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Although I did not buy any socks here, it was wonderful to pop inside the store and see the beautiful socks that the owner makes. The machines in the back of the room are intricate. Who would’ve thought it was so difficult to make a sock? Great place to stop for a visit if you are in the area.
Written 23 February 2020
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Aaron
Auckland Central, New Zealand14 contributions
Oct 2021
I always make sure I visit this shop on my travels on the west coast (usually every year) the owner of the shop is an absolute pleasure to chat to and always remembers me. I make sure I always buy a few pairs of socks for myself and my family they are of high quality and last longer than any others I have ever bought. I look forward to coming back soon
Written 20 July 2022
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MelbourneKaz
Melbourne111 contributions
Mar 2020
I popped in and had a chat about spinning wheels and crafting with a super friendly lady. I didn't buy anything that day but enjoyed looking at the socks and yarn they had for sale.
I brought my companion to see the sock machines on a different day and the woman working then could not have been more grumpy. She was completely unwilling to answer any questions about the sock machines.
I brought my companion to see the sock machines on a different day and the woman working then could not have been more grumpy. She was completely unwilling to answer any questions about the sock machines.
Written 22 May 2020
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Jeremy G
11 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
Heard from a local about sock world and being a fan of high quality/interesting socks I was not impressed. The selection of men's socks was poor. I would pass on this stop.
Written 1 June 2016
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Andrew B
Christchurch, New Zealand18 contributions
Feb 2020
heaps of socks to purchase but none knitted at the museum, no machines running just gathering dust would be good to get a machine for working demonstrations
Written 12 February 2020
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HoneyBadgerBex
Plymouth, United Kingdom330 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
We called in here whilst in Hokitika. We expected a separate museum but it's just a part of the shop that has some knitting machines in it. There's a video playing that's interesting, and socks for sale, although not that much stock.
We only spent a few minutes here, but worth popping your head in if you're going past.
We only spent a few minutes here, but worth popping your head in if you're going past.
Written 24 April 2018
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Trek-Always
Alpharetta, GA2,515 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
There is a sign outside which says "world's greatest sock store". I think not. There are "greater" stores in many malls worldwide, and online.
This place is a curiosity for sure. It is small. Much of it is dedicated to retail sock, glove, and other wool sales.
It is hard to tell what you are looking at unless you are already a sock making hobbyist.
For the average tourist this attraction can be skipped.
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This place is a curiosity for sure. It is small. Much of it is dedicated to retail sock, glove, and other wool sales.
It is hard to tell what you are looking at unless you are already a sock making hobbyist.
For the average tourist this attraction can be skipped.
If this review is helpful then please indicate so below.
Written 12 April 2016
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deukerens
Bulgaria225 contributions
Nov 2014
Was really curious about this place but it's really only a shop. Was also spoilt but a member of staff shouting into a phone in an unpleasant manor. Very disappointing
Written 27 November 2014
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Susanne H
49 contributions
Jan 2016 • Solo
Great find in Hokitika. Commercial and hand dyed yarn and plenty of socks to buy. Prices for NZ socks are quite reasonable.
Written 12 January 2016
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