Our guide to the industry's finest yarn...

Our guide to the industry's finest yarn shops

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BEDFORDSHIRE

Wools, Yarns & InspirationExclusive Knit & Crochet Patterns

1-4 Peacock Mews, LeightonBuzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 1JH

Any queries please call us on 01525 376456

www.thespottedsheep.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

Stitchery Do31-35 Denmark street Wokingham

RG40 2AY

Wool, Fabric & HaberdasherySirdar, Rico, King Cole, WYS, Stylecraft & James C Brett.

www.Stitcherydo.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

The Pincushion, 1 St MarksCrescent, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 5DA | Tel: 01628 777266

The Pincushion

We stock manyStylecraft yarns,Sirdar Snuggly

yarns plus muchmore includingKnit Pro & Ponyknitting needles.

Postal serviceavailable – phone

for details.

BERKSHIRE

YarnFestIndependent yarn shop offering

workshops, fantastic range of yarns, patterns and craft accessories.

Near J13 of M4 with free parking.

Old Telephone Exchange, Long LaneHermitage RG18 9 QSTel: 01635 201660

Knot just your average knit

Facebook: Yarnfest1www.yarnfest.co.uk

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

We are a fabric and yarn shop stocking lotsof beautiful fabrics and a wide range of yarns,

acrylics, cottons, pure wool in 4ply, DK, Aran, chunky and super chunky.

‘Knit and Knatter’ Thursday afternoons 1pm-4pm.

Come in and see us at 1d Well Street, Buckingham, Bucks MK18 1EY

Open Tues-Sat 9.30am-5.00pm (Mon Closed)

www.nimble-thimble.co.uk

The Nimble Thimble01280 822236

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

Linda’s Wool N YarnStockists of: StyleCraft, King Cole, James C Brett

Pond World Retail Park, Lynn Road, Wisbech, PE14 7DA

Tel: 01945 581082

Telephone orders welcome

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

25B, High Street, Chatteris, Cambs PE16 6BG 01354 669922

Stocking a range of crafting supplies

Exclusive crochet kitsEmail orders welcome

www.enfys.me.uk/rainbow-valley-shop.htm

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

7 High Street Passage, Ely CB7 4NBT: 01353 664000

Email: [email protected]

We’re proud to be a Rowan flagship store andstockist of Stylecraft, West Yorkshire Spinners,

Sirdar and Manos del Uruguay yarns. We also run social groups and workshops.

CHESHIRE

Black Sheep Craft BarnWarehouse Studios

Glaziers LaneCulcheth

WarringtonWA3 4AQ

01925 764231www.blacksheepwools.com

CHESHIRE

We have the biggest stock of wool in the area and have a great selection of haberdashery too.

We also have a daily drop in session every morningand if you need help withyour knitting or crochet

then there is alwayssomeone that will be ableto help, or if you want to

join in then that's fine too.We are offering a local home

delivery service.Crafty Corner, 80 Mill St, Macclesfield,

Cheshire SK11 6NH 01625 404195www.craftycornermacc.co.uk

CHESHIRE

Stocking yarns from Sirdar,Stylecraft, King Cole, Ricoplus many more!

48 Witton Street,NorthwichCheshire, CW9 5AG

Email:[email protected]

Tel: 01606 431 87

Crafty Stitches

CHESHIREWool and Patterns and an extensive

range of accessories. Help and advice too.

Sirdar, Stylecraft, Rico,KintPro, Pony, Groves,Millward and more...

Weekly Yarn and Yatter sessions.Help us with our Charity Knitting Projects.

Haberdashery, Trimmings and an Amazing Fabricrange including licensed fabrics and brands.

Visit us in Bramhall Village Square, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1AW

0161 478 2253 [email protected]/shop/uk/CrookilleyCrafts

CrookilleyCraftsEmporium CC_Emporium

CHESHIRE

• YARN • HABERDASHERY • FABRICStocking: King Cole, Sirdar,Stylecraft, Robin, Wendy,

James C Brett Rico & Makower.19 The Precinct, Romiley,Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 4EA.0161 430 2566

@Knitters

@Knitters @Knitters

CORNWALL

Built from the ground-up by Rachael Hunt, Sew and Fabric has positioned itself as the leadinghaberdashery shop in Cornwall.Stylecraft yarn and patterns; HemlineHaberdashery Products; Beresford Ribbons;Simplicity, New Look and Burda sewing patterns.

1 Biddicks Court, Saint Austell, PL25 5EWTel: 01726 75385 | sewandfabric.co.uk

DERBYSHIRE DERBYSHIRE

We stock an extensive range of high quality yarn by Stylecraft,Rico, James C Brett, King Cole,

Adriafil, Woolcraft and Jarol, plus patterns and accessories.Bargain prices, expert, friendlyadvice and parking available at

the door.

36 Marple Road, Charlesworth,Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 5DA

Tel: 07586 343438facebook.com/woolshopdirect

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DEVON

Purple Valley Wool ShopSpecialising in yarns from Opal,Sirdar, King Cole, Rico Design,James C Brett, West YorkshireSpinners, Woolcraft, Hayfield,Regia, Lilypond Yarns. Largerange of craft books fromSearch Press. Embroidery,Cross-Stitch and Felting supply.Everything a knitters and crocheters heart desires.50 Hyde Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 5BY

Tel: 01803 411300 · Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm Purplevalleyhatdesign

www.purplevalleyyarn.etsy.comwww.purplevalleystitch.etsy.comwww.purplevalleycraftbooks.com

DORSET

Knit Wits stocks a wide range ofyarns from the everyday to the veryspecial, together with accessories,

patterns, craft books, buttons and much more!

15 East Street, Blandford ForumDT11 7DU

01258 488542

ESSEX

www.franklinsgroup.com

Franklins [email protected]

Colchester • Ipswich • Chelmsford • Salisbury • Dovercourt

Keep an eye out for newproducts, special offers,

promotions and classes in-storeby visiting our Facebook page.

One of the largest knittingshops in East Anglia!

ESSEX

5 Red Lion Yard,Colchester,

Essex CO1 1DXTel: 01206 370590

www.nannasyarnbarn.co.uknannasyarnbarn nannasyarnbarn1

We’re supporting Essex Air Ambulancewith a donation.

ESSEX ESSEX

Southend Fine Wool and Yarn Shop

253 Hamstel Road, Southend on Sea, Essex

SS2 4LB

www.thecrochetlounge.org

Tel: 01702 303030

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ESSEX

We are stockists of;King Cole, Rico, WYS,

J.C.Brett, Cygnet, Wendy, Robin, Bergere de France, Knit Pro, Pony, Silver Reed

knitting machine and more...Open: Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm

197 Hamlet Court Road, Westcliff On Sea, Essex SS0 7EL

TEL: 07941 002458

ESSEX

EXTENSIVE YARN RANGE28 High Street, Clacton-On-Sea,

Essex CO15 1UQTel: 01255 428352

Also at branch:71 Connaught Avenue, Frinton,

Essex CO13 9PPTel: 01255 674456

YARN, HABERDASHERY, LINEN,FABRICS, CRAFTS & BABYWEAR

[email protected]

GLASGOW

117 TOWNHEAD, KIRKINTILLOCH, G66 1NXTel: 0141 777 6633 [email protected]

GLASGOW

The Orry Mill is an independent woolshop passionate about colour, texture,

quality & contemporary design.We stockRowan,WYS,

Regia, &more...

Best Small Shop Competition 2019 Finalistwww.theorrymill.co.uk

T: 01355 301 24418a Glasgow Road, Glasgow G76 0HU

GLASGOW

148 Queen Margaret Drive, Glasgow G20 8NY

0141 946 5305www.theyarncake.co.uk

Celebrating 10 years in business!

GREATER MANCHESTER

Stockists of James C. Brett, King Cole, Stylecraft, Rico & WYS.

We also stock hand-dyed yarn.42 High Street, Standish,

Wigan WN6 0HF07761 783766

HAMPSHIRE

1a, Albert Road,Southsea,Hampshire PO5 2SE

www.seeded.com

HERTFORDSHIRE

We stock a fantastic range of knitting wool and crochet cottons.Whatever your level of skill there

is always a knowledgeable member of staff who can help you.

Drop in classes from 10 o’clock

Tel: 01442 245 383142 Cotterells, Hemel Hempstead,

Hertfordshire HP1 1JQwww.needlecraftstore.co.uk

ISLE OF WIGHT

‘An old fashioned wool shopwith a modern twist’

Stockists of James C Brett, King Cole and Stylecraft,Knitting needles, crochet hooks etc.

DMC embroidery silksHaberdashery inc elastic, zips, buttons

Knitting Bags and gifts from Vanessa Bee DesignsCome in for our weekly “Stitch 'n' Bitch” sessions!Please contact us about our weekly Crochet groups11 Sandown Road Lake, Isle of Wight, PO36 9JL

01983 716890www.facebook.com/knitknacksiow

JERSEY

Wool on WheelsYarn, Patterns, buttons and an extensiverange of knitting andcrochet accessories.Friendly service andadvice.Stockists of WestYorkshire Spinners,Wendy, Robin, Sirdar,DMC, KnitPro and many more. Comeand see us for all your knitting needs.La Rue, Six Roads, St Lawrence, Jersey JE3 1GL 01534 863742

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KENT

15 Chatterton Road, Bromley, Kent. BR2 9QW020 8290 1238 www.avicraftwool.com

email: [email protected] Club is 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month from 7pm

Open: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm

AvicraftWoolKENT

Tel: 07958 427 85316 High Street, New Romney

TN28 8BY

Stitch ‘n’ B...h in time Check out our NEW ebay shop!

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LANCASHIRE

Yarns from Katia, Jarol, King Cole and Wendy. Patterns, needles,

crochet, felting, macrame, DMCthreads and all things crafty.

Phone: 01507 522659www.horncastlehobbyhouse.co.uk25 North Street, Horncastle, Lincs LN9 5DX

LINCOLNSHIRE

Horncastle Hobby House

LINCOLNSHIRE

Stockists of: Stylecraft, King Cole, Rico, WYS, Sirdar

01427 614251 www.thewoolloft.co.uk60 Bridge Street, Gainsborough DN21 1LS

LONDON

Breaking theBoundaries of Colour

For your yarn, fabric,haberdashery and

Really Maria’spatterns and kits.

15 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich,London SE22 8EW

www.reallymaria.comT: 0203 581 0909

NORFOLK NORFOLK

NORFOLK NORTH YORKSHIRE

Stockists of: Rowan WYS KingCole Opal Adriaf ilHerdy Vanessa B

and more! Support a small business - we're happy to post out

NORTH YORKSHIRE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

Stockists of: Stylecraft,James C. Brett, King Cole, DMC,

Sirdar and more!Accessories, Patterns, Haberdashery

& Mini Project KitsGroup or One to One Knitting

& Crocheting Classes1A High Street, Finedon, Welingborough,

Northamptonshire, NN9 5JNTel: 01933 680119

email: [email protected]

NORTHERN IRELAND

MullansFashions

Mullan’s Fashions● Wool and Hand Knit Garments● Ladies Fashions ● Baby Gifts

47 The PromenadePortstewart BT55 7AE

Tel: 028 7083 2960

NORTHUMBERLAND

Henley WarehouseFarm Road, Henley on Thames RG9 1EJ

01491 572528Mon-Fri 10-4

Open Sat 2nd May 10-4

Marlow ShopMoy House,

Institute Road,Marlow SL7 1BN01628 890532

Mon-Sat 9.30-5.30

OXFORDSHIRE/BUCKS

Rowan Flagship StoreErika Knight – Stylecraft – SirdarPatchwork and Quilting Fabrics

In store and on-line

NORTHERN IRELAND

A warm and inviting shop for all loversof wool to indulge their passion

Now offering an order & collect service

and free local home delivery

16 Church Street, Portadown, BT62 3LN Open: Mon - Sat 10:00 - 16:0007927 764416 [email protected]

www.lovewool.co.uk

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SCOTLANDGinger Twist Studio is a wee bijouyarn shop in Edinburgh stacked tothe rafters with Ginger’s HandDyed, delicious yarns, pattern books& supplies. See Jess scamperup her gorgeous newladder to fetchwhatever youfancy. Comecheck out theshop revamp!

www.gingertwiststudio.com11 London Road, Edinburgh

EH7 5AP

SCOTLAND

Mary BobbinsOur newly established businessincludes haberdashery andwool within our growing

list of products and servicesoffered. We strive to deliver exceptional

customer service ensuring we exceed our customers expectations.

Stockists of: Sirdar, Hayfield, Rowan, WYS,Rico, Regia, Adriafil, Schoppel & more!

25 Commerce Street, Fraserburgh,Aberdeenshire, AB43 9AQ

T: 01346 510 [email protected] orders are welcome

www.marybobbinsshop.co.uk

SCOTLAND

NAIRN WOOL SHOP

ALSO LOCALLY CRAFTED ORIGINAL GIFTSOpen 10am - 5.30pm Monday - SaturdayNairn Wool Shop, 6/6a Falconers Lane,Off the High Street, Nairn IV12 4DS01667 452423www.nairnwoolshop.com

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Workshops held thoughout the yearPure Wool • Local spun wool

Yarns • Haberdashery Accessories • Felting supplies

• Fabrics

SCOTLAND

SCOTLAND

Tel: 01506 842013TheThreadCounter

Keep calm and keep knitting!This is what you have trained for!

Best wishes from The Thread Counter.

SCOTLAND SOMERSET

An Aladdin’s cave of yarns, haberdashery,fabrics and other crafts items. Many yarns

etc are natural or made from recycledplastics including threads and ribbons.You can order by phone, email andFacebook. We will reply as soon as

possible and post or deliver your orders.

Find us on Facebook or [email protected]

Tel: 01749 677 548 between 10am and 12noon or 07813 253 937.

SOMERSET

Bath’s Premier Knitting Emporium; we are stockists of big name brands such as Rico, Rowan, Fyberspates,

Adriafil and King Cole as well as small,indie and local makers such asHedgeknits and Dyebath Yarns.

19 Old Orchard Street, Bath BA1 1JU Tel: 01225 469144

www.woolbath.co.uk

SOUTH YORKSHIRE

Busy FingersYarn and haberdashery stockists

Stockists of King Cole, Sirdar, Hayfield, James C BrettAdult and children's knit and natter groups held weekly

Regular workshops held

528 Manchester RoadStocksbridge

Sheffield S36 1AF

SUFFOLK

Stockists of

King Cole,Stylecraft,

Sirdar, JamesBrett, Grundl,

Wendy and Robin yarns, needles,embroidery cottons, threads,

cross stitch kits and much more.

Tel: 01473 780033www.sandpknitting.co.uk

S and P Knitting, WoolverstoneMarina, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AU

SUFFOLK

23 Hatter Street, Bury St EdmundsIP33 1NE T: 01284 755459

Email: [email protected]

We’re proud to be a Rowan flagship store andstockist of Stylecraft, West Yorkshire Spinners,

Sirdar and Manos del Uruguay yarns. We also run social groups and workshops.

SURREY

We stock Isager, Cambrian Wool, West Yorkshire Spinners, Sirdar and

Stylcraft yarns. Plus Lykke and Knitpro needles and accessories. Books include

pompom and Laine Magazine.

27 High Street, Caterham on the Hill, Surrey CR3 5UE

01883 345 220www.idashouse.co.uk

SURREY SUSSEX TYNE AND WEAR

Simply low prices Good range of current

and clearance yarns

www.kempswoolshop.comEmail: [email protected]

Tel: 0191 567-3455203 Chester Road,

Sunderland SR4 7TU

VARIOUS

www.abakhan.co.uk

Mostyn · Liverpool Birkenhead · Hanley · ChesterManchester · Preston · Bolton

Altrincham · Shrewsbury

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WALES

Just Into Crafts has it all and, isalways happy to help and assist you

with your crafting ventures!7 Cowell Street, Llanelli SA15 1UU

Tel: 01554 757704www.justintocrafts.com

WALES

Knitting yarn specialists stockingStylecraft, Rico, Adriafil, Baa Ram Ewe,Wendy, Sirdar, Katia and West YorkshireSpinners as well as cross stitch, tapestry

and haberdashery supplies.DMC Select Partner.

We hold knitting and crochetworkshops and also provide a

bespoke picture framing service.Birmingham House, 22 Alban Square,

Aberaeron SA46 0AHTel: 01545 905051

www.rosemaryswoolshop.co.ukEmail: [email protected]

WEST MIDLANDS

Remember When Monthly Wool Market, Coleshill Town Hall, High Street, Coleshill B46 3BG

Tel: 01827 874488www.rememberwhenshop.co.uk

WEST MIDLANDS

Your local yarn shop based in Sutton Coldfield.Large stockist of Rowan, WYS, Wool & theGang and Sirdar, as well as a range of handdyed yarns including Rosies Moments, FineFish, Fruitful Fusion and new featured dyers

every few months plus quality accessories.

No 5, Mitchells Exclusive Shopping,Weeford Road, Sutton Coldfield

B74 6NATel: 01217 920774

WEST MIDLANDS

Yarns & Patterns from Sirdar,Stylecraft, Cygnet and WYS

Crochet and Knitting Lessons Available

[email protected] us online at

www.withitwitch.co.uk

Halesowen Knitting Centre75 High Street

Halesowen B63 3BQTel: 0121 5500201

Withit WitchWEST SUSSEX

We stock wools, yarns and cottonsplus all associated needs for knitting

and crochet. Also a growingselection of fabric, needlecraft and

other creative pursuits.

130 South Road, Haywards Heath,West Sussex, RH16 4LT

01444 [email protected]

WEST YORKSHIRE

Creative Craft Centre

Stockist of Sirdar, James C Brett, King Cole, Rico, Wendy, Bernat, Caron.Everything a crafter could ever need.

Union Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1AJ01924 469500

WEST YORKSHIRE

9 Station Road, Osset, W Yorkshire, WF5 8AB

07736 772114Selling high quality yarns atcompetitive prices. Cotton fabrics,haberdashery, including DMC threads,Gütermann sewing threads andmuch more. Regular workshopsthroughout the year.

WILTSHIRE

Cricklade CraftsWe offer

a fast MailOrderService

via phone, email or web.

Tel: 01793 750604Email: [email protected]

www.crickladecrafts.co.uk89a High Street, Cricklade SN6 6DF

WORCESTERSHIRE

You’ll find an exquisiterange of yarns and a wide selection of

knitting accessories, as well as craft and

dressmaking fabric including sewingand patchwork accessories.

Stockist of Rowan, Patons and many other yarn brands.

Mail order available

Tel: 07771 243976

Unit 12, Market Hall, The Shambles,Worcester WR1 2RA

WORCESTERSHIRE

Wherever possible, we stock natural andeco-friendly productssourced right here inBritain. With our speciallyselected supply of yarn there is somethingfor every taste andevery budget.56 Lowesmoor, Worcester WR1 2SE

www.wotahoot.co.uk

YORKSHIRE

Stockists of: Stylecraft, Rico, Sirdar and Adriafil; a wide range of haberdashery, crafts, buttons and so much more!

Open Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9-5pm and Sat 9-1pm. Closed Wed and Sun.

Tel: 01924 494 157119-121 Nab Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9QJ

YORKSHIRE

A bright, friendly atmospherefound in the heart of North Yorkshire.Stocking Stylecraft, WYS, Lion Brand,Grundl, Opal, Malbrigo, Hand Dyed

Yarn and Knit Pro.Thrice weekly knit and natter sessions.

Knitting and Crochet Workshopsdelivered to small groups.

Found on 18 Millgate, Thirsk, Yorkshire YO7 1AA

Tel: 01845 527978www.eweandyarn.co.uk

EWE & YARNFOR ALL YOUR WOOLLY NEEDS

YORKSHIRE

Stockists of King Cole, Rico and Stylecraft. Huge range of patterns,

books & accessories.

Knit n Natter every Saturday 10-12pm

Beginners welcomeCan't make it to the shop then you can

order online or over the phone.46 Kirkgate Wakefield WF1 1TQ

Tel: 01924 565740

www.woolnstuff.co.uk

A new date for Yarn Shop Day 2020

to be announced soon! Keep your eyes peeled for more information

Remember When

Monthly WoolMarket

Stockists of DebbieBliss, Lion Brand,Louisa Harding, Bergere De France,Rowan, Wendy, Sirdar, Adriafil, KingCole, Rico, Stylecraft & James C Brett.

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