Everyday Histories - Cottage Weaving Family Afternoon
St. Davids Church, Woodhead Road, Holmbridge, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2NQ
Step back in time and discover the fascinating world of traditional cottage weaving at our interactive Family Day!
Meet skilled weavers Ruth and Anita who continue this ancient craft today, and enjoy live demonstrations of tabletop loom weaving and the process of spinning wool into yarn.
Explore the history of cottage weaving in the Holme Valley through informative displays, and get hands-on with our paper weaving activity table or have a go at peg loom weaving with Lucy and find out more about her flock of Woodland sheep and the yarn she spins from their fleeces.
With refreshments available and activities for all ages, it's the perfect introduction to traditional crafts and local heritage for the whole family.
Lucy will also have some yarn and sheep's milk products for sale.
By request, St David's Church will also have a 'Memory Board'' where you can share memories of special times and people relating to St David's. Please bring along any photos you are happy to share.
Find out more about the life of St David's, Holmbridge, just down the road from Holmfirth - services, groups, children's activities etc.
Our Craftsmen and Craftswomen of St David's self-guided trail will be available.
Timings
- Sunday 13 September:
- 1300-1630
Location & directions
St. Davids Church, Woodhead Road, Holmbridge, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2NQ
- Directions:
- Car park at rear of Parish Hall next to the church Good disabled access Bus 314 from Huddersfield/Holmfirth
- Contact on day:
- Sandy Wise
- Telephone number:
- +447718762411
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
demonstrations will be on slightly raised platforms (2 inch step)
