Find your nearest knitting class for every skill level
Though it can be relaxing sitting on the sofa at home and knitting in front of the TV, if you get stuck with your stitches it’s a whole different matter! Whether you’re a beginner knitter, or a dab hand with the needles, there are many benefits to attending a knitting class, including getting help when you need it.
Where to find a local knitting class
Knitting classes take place at different types of venues across the UK; from adult education colleges to community centres and yarn shops. To make it easy for you to find your nearest knitting class, we’ve compiled the best knitting classes near you. Simply scroll down to the region where you live and discover when and where there’s a knitting class taking place.
Benefits of attending a knitting class
Enrolling on a knitting class is a pleasurable way to explore the craft. From unravelling the mysteries of intricate patterns that may have previously stumped you, to getting inspired by the handmade creations of your fellow classmates, you’ll pick up tips and tricks and get help along the way.
Crafting as part of a community is also a wonderful way to meet new people and make local friends, taking your favourite hobby to a whole new level.
Best knitting classes across the UK
London
Central London
Knitting classes near me: Covent Garden
Name: City Lit
Why you’ll love it: Enrol on a knitting class that suits your needs. City Lit college run three-week knitting classes for either beginner’s or improvers. The beginner’s session will teach you all the basics of knitting. At the improver’s class, you’ll master knitting stitches like lace, cables and Aran.
Address: 1-10 Keely Street, London, WC2B 4BA.
When: Dates vary during college term time
Cost: Full fee: £249 Concessions: £162
Website: www.citylit.ac.uk
North London
Knitting classes near me: Islington
Name: Loop
Why you’ll love it: A friendly local knitting shop, Loop has been a part of the crafting community in Islington since 2005. They run a regular programme of knitting classes for different interests. Some are held over two weeks and others are one-day masterclasses in techniques like sock knitting, and Fair Isle knitting.
Address: 15 Camden Passage, Islington, N1 8EA.
When: Dates vary
Cost: Full price: £249. Concessions: £162
Website: www.loopknitting.com
East London
Knitting classes near me: Stratford
Name: Knitting for All at The Mary Ward Centre
Why you’ll love it: These classes delve into traditional and contemporary knitting techniques so you can try out new knitting techniques in a nurturing college environment.
Address: 275-285 High Street, Stratford, E15 2TF
When: Tuesdays 13.30-15.30, term time
Cost: Full price: £172. Concessions: £60
Website: www.marywardcentre.ac.uk
South London
Knitting classes near me: Richmond
Name: Knit With Me
Why you’ll love it: A neighbour knitting store with two floors, Knit With Me stocks speciality yarns and runs a programme of knitting workshops. You can delve into everything from colour theory to inform your own knitting designs and beginner’s knitting classes.
Address: 17 Richmond Hill, London, TW10 6RE
When: Dates vary
Cost: from £75
Website: www.knitwithme.co.uk
Yorkshire
Knitting classes near me: Leeds
Name: Arm Knitting at Harewood House
Why you’ll love it: In this fun day-long knitting class you’ll make a knitted throw, without needing any knitting needles. Your ticket price includes entrance to the grounds and gardens too.
Address: Harwood, Leeds, LS17 9LG.
When: Dates 14 Sept, 19 Oct or 16 Nov 2024
Cost: £80
Website: www.harewood.org
Knitting classes near me: York and Harrogate
Name: Duttons for Buttons
Why you’ll love it: This is a haberdashery and knitting shop with a heritage spanning over 100 years in Yorkshire. They are known for their ‘Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops’ held in both branches. They include specialist techniques like brioche knitting.
Address: 33 Coppergate, York, YO1 9NR, Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QE.
When: Various dates
Cost: From £55
Website: www.duttonsforbuttons.co.uk
North East
Knitting classes near me: Durham
Name: Neville’s Cross Knitting Club
Why you’ll love it: A community group for locals, these classes have a social side, meeting up in a café during the day or a pub in the evening.
Address: Daytime classes: Sheraton Park Cafe, Ustinov College, Neville's Cross, DH1 4FF. Evening classes: Duke of Wellington, Darlington Road, DH1 3QN.
When: Tuesdays 12.30pm-3pm and second and fourth Wednesdays 7.30pm-9.30pm
Cost: Free
Website: https://nxknittingclub.weebly.com/
North West
Knitting classes near me: Wigan
Name: Angel & Acorn Boutique
Why you’ll love it: Affordable skills-based knitting workshops, this friendly yarn shop holds knitting classes upstairs. In addition to sessions like knitting a blanket, they hold a weekly Knit & Knatter group on Wednesday evenings 7-9pm and Saturday afternoons 1-3pm.
Address: 23 Wigan Lane, WN1 1XR.
When: Dates for different classes vary
Cost: From £10
Website: www.angel-acorn-boutique.co.uk
East of England
Knitting classes near me: Cambridge
Name: Knit and Knatter Club at Cambridge Manor Care Home
Why you’ll love it: All the materials and cake are provided at this inclusive knitting class. You’ll meet members of the care home who are avid knitters and learn new skills while keeping them company.
Address: 33 Milton Road, CB4 1UZ
When: Last Tuesday of the month
Cost: Free
Website: www.haycambridge.co.uk
East Midlands
Knitting classes near me: Nottingham
Name: Framework Knitters Museum
Why you’ll love it: An extraordinary venue, this museum charts over 400 years of local knitting history. They hold group knitting classes throughout the year and also knitting training, for example how to use a knitting sock machine.
Address: Chapel Street, Ruddington, Nottingham, NG11 6HE.
When: Dates are flexible, they offer one-to-one classes to suit you
Cost: Prices vary, contact the museum for further information
Website: www.frameworkknittersmuseum.org.uk
West Midlands
Knitting classes near me: Stourbridge
Name: Knitting workshop – all levels
Why you’ll love it: Tutor Ann adapts the tuition level to suit your needs. Projects you could be making include bunting and soft toys.
Address: Red House Glass Cone, Audnam, DY84AZ
When: Held regularly
Cost: £28 for two hours
Website: www.tandemcrafts.co.uk
South East
Knitting classes near me: Brighton
Name: Studio Tamané
Why you’ll love it: If you’ve ever wanted to try a knitting machine, this is the place to do it. Studio Tamané run a range of knitting machine classes from short sessions making small items like headbands to intensive two-week professional courses.
Address: Bmecp Centre, 10a Fleet Street, BN1 4ZE.
When: Dates throughout the year
Cost: From £35
Website: www.studiotamane.squarespace.com
South West
Knitting classes near me: Bath
Name: Knit Night
Why you’ll love it: A fun and informal regular meet-up where you can get help on projects and learn how to master new knitting techniques.
Address: 19 Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 1JU
When: Wednesdays 6pm-8pm
Cost: £2.50 per session
Website: www.woolbath.co.uk
Scotland
Knitting classes near me: Edinburgh
Name: Helen Chatterton Studio
Why you’ll love it: Run by a textiles expert these are small group knitting classes with a maximum of six participants, located in the heart of the city. Sessions include knitting finishing techniques which can elevate your projects.
Address: 1 Summerhall Newington, EH9 1PL.
When: Dates throughout the year
Cost: £70
Website: www.helenchattertontextiles.co.uk
Knitting classes near me: Stirlingshire
Name: Gartmore House, knitting retreats
Why you’ll love it: Immerse yourself in four days of knitting classes at this residential course where accommodation and meals are included. You’ll learn how to make garments, accessories and home décor.
Address: Gartmore, Stirlingshire, FK8 3RS.
When: Dates throughout the year
Cost: From £879
Website: www.gartmorehouse.com
Wales
Knitting classes near me: Colwyn Bay
Name: The Lost Sheep Company
Why you’ll love it: Held inside a knitting shop and craft heritage centre, this is a chance to work with local Welsh wool.
Address: 20 Conway Road, Conwy, LL29 7HS.
When: The shop hosts a Craft Club every Tuesday from 2-4pm or you can book a two-hour one-to-one class.
Cost: £5 for the club, £10 for one-to-ones
Website: www.thelostsheepcompany.co.uk
Northern Ireland
Knitting classes near me: Belfast
Name: Folklore Yarns
Why you’ll love it: Learn to knit at a time that suits you. Folklore Yarns runs regular four-week knitting classes in the evenings or at weekends. There’s also a weekly meet-up open to all.
Address: 53 Bloomfield Avenue, BT5 5AA
When: Knit and Knatter Fridays, 10.30-12.30, other class dates vary
Cost: Prices vary according to the course
Website: www.folkloreyarns.com
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