Knitting and fiber festival — Yarndale in Skipton

Dear knitters and yarn lovers, here is your invitation to Yarndale, the essential UK knitting rendezvous! From September 26-27, 2026, Skipton in North Yorkshire will transform into a true paradise for yarn enthusiasts. Imagine impressive yarn installations, natural dye workshops, and a festive, creative atmosphere that will enchant you. Yarndale brings together creators and artisans from around the world, creating a stunning display of yarn that will leave you speechless. So, get your needles and balls of yarn ready: Yarndale is where knitted creativity reaches its full potential!

Practical information — Yarndale

  • Location : Skipton
  • 2026 dates : 2026-09-26 → 2026-09-27
  • Official website : yarndale.co.uk

Getting to Skipton

By train

  • Oakworth
  • Damems
  • Ingrow (West)

By bus

  • General Hospital
  • Skipton Bus Station (Stand 7)
  • Skipton Bus Station (Stand 6)

Knitting and wool life — Metro Boulot Tricot

About Yarndale

Skipton is a small town located in the county of North Yorkshire, in northern England. Overlooking the valley of the River Aire, it is situated about 27 miles (43 km) northwest of Leeds and 38 miles (61 km) west of York. According to the 2021 census, the population was 15,042. Skipton is twinned with a German city. The town has an official website accessible at this address: www.skiptontowncouncil.gov.uk.

Source : Wikipedia

Things to see on site near Skipton

  • Sir Matthew Wilson
  • Canal trips — 19 Coach Street BD23 1LH Skipton — +44 1756 795478
  • Skipton Boat Trips — Waterside Court BD23 1LH Skipton — +44 1756 790829
  • Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
  • Historic Bradleys Both

Where to stay near Skipton

  • Chinthurst
  • The Pinfold guest house — The Pinfold, Chapel Hill BD23 1NL Skipton
  • Boutique 25 — 25 Newmarket Street BD23 2JE Skipton — +44 1756 793676

Where to eat near Skipton

  • Waterside Cafe — Skipton
  • Skipton Balti — 1b Court Lane BD23 1DD Skipton — +44 1756 793960
  • Aagrah Restaurant — Coach Street Skipton — +44 1756 790807

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Marie

Marie

Passionnée de tricot depuis toujours, j’aime transformer de simples pelotes en créations uniques et réconfortantes. Sur Metro-Boulot-Tricot je partage mon expérience, des conseils pratiques et mes découvertes autour de la laine, tout en mêlant voyage et parentalité pour inspirer mes lecteurs à tricoter avec plaisir et créativité.