Staffordshire
Renowned for the craftsmanship of its world famous potteries, Staffordshire is home to the brewing capital of the world, the bull terrier, and lots of lovely yarn shops...
MISS MILLICENT
Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-3pm 35 Eastgate Street, Stafford ST16 2LZ Stocking a large range of yarns, haberdashery, gifts and craft kits from suppliers such as Sass & Belle, Clover, KnitPro, Stylecraft, Opal and West Yorkshire Spinners, Miss Millicent has something for everyone! If you’re eager to learn new techniques there is a programme of workshops to enjoy in both sewing and knitting.
For more information call 01785 259587 or visit www.miss-millicent.co.uk
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY SHOW
Wednesday 25 to Thursday 26 August 2021 Stafford Showground, Weston Road ST18 0BD Full of fun for all the family, the Staffordshire County Show is always a memorable event! Your little ones will love the steam railway rides, giant tortoises and falconry displays, while you can get your woolly fix at the rare sheep breed displays, sheep shearing competition and craft show, all to the music of a fabulous brass band.
To buy your ticket, visit www.staffscounty showground.co.uk/sta ordshire-county-show or call 01785 258060
CAROL’S WOOL AND FABRICS
Monday to Tuesday 9am-4pm, Wednesday 9am-2pm, Thursday to Saturday 9am-4pm 11 Albion Street, Rugeley WS15 2BY If you visit the picturesque market town of Rugeley, you will find plenty of material, yarn, threads and accessories in Carol’s Wool and Fabrics. For those who aren’t local, there is a 20% o voucher on their website for new customers, and free delivery over £25 too!
Visit www.carolswoolandfabrics.co.uk or call 01889 576551
HOBBYCRAFT
Monday to Friday 9am-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 1:30am-4:30pm Queens Retail Park, Silkmore Lane ST17 4SU Established in 1995, Hobbycraft are now the largest arts and crafts retailer in the UK, with over 100 stores supplying everything you need for sewing, baking, model making, painting, knitting, wedding planning and more! Interesting workshops and demonstrations take place in store and online throughout the year.
To find out more, visit www.hobbycraft.co.uk or call 0330 026 1069
This information is correct at the time of print. Please refer to local restrictions, and check with individual stores for updates on their hours and services before you visit.