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Knitting
Overview
Ideal for anyone who loves knitting, travel, and wonderful crafting experiences, our collection of knitting holidays features the Shetland Islands, the Faroe Islands, and Norway – all of which hold their own time-honoured knitting traditions and techniques, and are at the top of every knitter’s bucket list! You can also explore the knitting heritage of remarkable destinations including Peru, Finland, the Baltics and more.
Most cruises, retreats and tours include a Stitchtopia knitting kit, as well as opportunities to meet local knitters and designers, visit yarn stores, and enjoy ‘woolly themed’ excursions. Our experienced experts will host workshops, and, under their guidance, you can learn the traditional techniques of some of the world’s greatest knitting nations. We also offer weekend breaks which focus on workshops, where you can develop your skills as you work on your very own knitting project.
Experienced knitters, those looking to simply improve their skills, and knitters travelling alone are all warmly welcomed. So, if you want to develop your knitting skills, make new friends, or simply broaden your travel horizons, look no further than a Stitchtopia knitting holiday.
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19 Holidays available from £485pp
Take the first steps to cosy feet on this weekend retreat dedicated to sock knitting alongside expert Frederica Patmore.
- 2 days tuition, kit included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2025 26th September
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Join our expert on a captivating journey through Morocco, exploring vibrant cities, rich heritage, spectacular scenery and yarn traditions.
- 5 half-day workshops with your expert
- 12 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 lunches and 6 evening meals
- Entrance fees, excursions and transportation as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Gratuities and local taxes
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- 2025 18th October
- 2026 18th October
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Combine the charm of Bath with its enchanting Christmas market, the scenic villages of the Cotswolds, and festive knitting with Julie Dubreux!
- 2 full-day knitting workshops with Julie Dubreux, kit included
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Entrance fees, excursions and guide gratuities
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 1st December
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By far the most popular event in our programme, Stitchtopia Festival is back! This is the ultimate weekend residential event for all crafters.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Up to 4 half-day workshops with our experts, kit cost extra
- Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
- Evening talks and entertainment
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- 2026 6th March
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Discover the breathtaking Shetland Islands, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool, textiles and inimitable Fair Isle technique.
- 2 half-day workshops with Hazel Tindall and Janette Budge on Shetland Fair Isle
- 2 half-day workshops with Kathleen Anderson on Shetland Lace
- An evening talk by Hazel Tindall
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 1 lunch and 5 3-course dinners with coffee
- Entrance fees and excursions as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 15th April 20th May
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Take away the fear of steeking with Anna Nikipirowicz on this relaxed weekend retreat in the Northamptonshire countryside.
- 2 full days of tuition with Anna Nikipirowicz, kit included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea, coffee and snacks throughout the weekend
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2026 17th April
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Remarkable scenery and fascinating wildlife await on this Icelandic cruise, along with four full-day workshops with Mandy Cameron.
- 4 full-day knitting or crochet workshops with Mandy, kit included
- 9 nights on board Balmoral in your chosen cabin
- Full-board dining when on board the ship, including afternoon tea and late-night snacks
- Selected house beer, red, white and rosé wine (by the glass), and draught soft drinks included with lunch and dinner on board the ship
- Excursions, visits and whale watching led by ORCA Ocean Conservationists
- Enrichment lectures and talks
- Self-service tea and coffee at selected onboard venues
- Access to leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and a Fitness Centre, plus a selection of fitness classes
- Evening entertainment including cabaret shows, live music and dancing
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- All UK port taxes and fees and on board gratuities
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- 2026 5th May
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Discover Estonia's unique knitting traditions with expert Aleks Byrd, including visits to Tallinn, Haapsalu, Kihnu Island, Tõstamaa and Pärnu!
- 3 half-day workshops with Aleks Byrd, kit included
- 1 half-day workshop with master knitters in Tõstamaa, kit included
- 8 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 lunches and 2 dinners
- Excursions, entrance fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Gratuities for local guides and drivers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2026 10th May
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Enjoy an enriching celebration of French culture alongside expert Jane Crowfoot, from the medieval city of Rouen to Monet’s Garden in Giverny.
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Jane Crowfoot, kit and refreshments included
- A West Yorkshire Spinners goody bag
- Return Eurostar from London to Lille and Paris to London
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 lunches
- Excursions, visits and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- City tax
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- 2026 1st June
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Discover the rugged beauty and rich knitting history of the remote Faroe Islands under the guidance of local expert, Katrina í Geil.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast in 4-star accommodation
- Welcome and farewell dinners at the hotel
- 5 half-day knitting workshops with Katrina í Geil, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day sightseeing tour, including visits to local textile designers
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- 2026 16th June 9th July 4th August
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There’ll be lots to learn from Mandy Cameron as you knit a waterfall vest or cardigan in the relaxing surroundings of Blunsdon House Hotel.
- 2 days of tuition with Mandy Cameron, pattern included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2026 19th June
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Embark on a captivating craft journey through Finland, known for its blend of modern innovation, rich traditions and stunning natural beauty.
- 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit and refreshments included
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in centrally located, 4-star hotels
- 3 dinners
- Travel by train in standard class from Helsinki to Vaasa
- Entrance fees, excursions and workshops as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2026 7th July
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Alongside West Yorkshire Spinners' Sarah Hatton, discover breathtaking Shetland, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool and textiles.
- 4 half-day workshops with Sarah Hatton, kit included
- A West Yorkshire Spinners goody bag
- 5 nights half-board accommodation, including full, cooked Scottish breakfast and a 3-course dinner with coffee
- 1 lunch
- Excursions and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2026 22nd July
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On this weekend knitting retreat, enjoy expert-led workshops and a visit to the award-winning Framework Knitters Museum.
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Frederica Patmore, kit and refreshments included
- 3 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Monday
- Access to the hotel leisure facilities including a pool, steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2026 18th September
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Embrace yarn traditions, gaze out on Colca Canyon and take in the majestic views at Aguas Calientes alongside your Stitchtopia expert.
- 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit, tea and coffee included
- 13 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 3 lunches and 7 evening meals
- Internal flights from Lima to Arequipa and Cusco to Lima
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Local English-speaking guide
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- 2026 12th October
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Embark on a vibrant city break to New York, including a scenic Hudson River cruise and two days at the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival.
- 2 days at the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival
- Workshop with Juliet Bernard, kit included
- 6 nights hotel with 4 American breakfasts
- Private coach transfers and driver gratuities
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2026 13th October
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Experience the magical colours that form in the Arctic sky, cruise among the Norwegian fjords, and enjoy fantastic, expert-led workshops.
- A full programme of workshops with your expert, kit included
- 6 nights full board à la carte accommodation on board your ship
- 1 night half-board accommodation in Bergen
- 1 night half-board accommodation in Kirkenes
- Entrance to the Snowhotel in Kirkenes with lunch
- Private coach transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2026 31st October 14th December
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Combine sightseeing in Zürich, a day at Knitfest and a masterclass with Debbie Abrahams, all neatly packaged to fit over a long weekend!
- 1 full-day masterclass with Debbie Abrahams, kit and refreshments included
- 1 full day at Knitfest in Zürich
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in a 4-star hotel
- 2 dinners
- Excursion as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2026 5th November
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Do you wish you could dedicate a whole weekend to knitting? Well, now you can! Escape daily life for a while to knit a stylish wrap with sleeves.
- 2 days tuition with Mandy Cameron, pattern included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2026 20th November
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Experts
Each holiday is accompanied by a passionate, enthusiastic expert who specialises in their craft, allowing you to learn different techniques and improve your skills from the best!
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Anna Nikipirowicz
Aleks Byrd
