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The Longest Yarn 2

June 2024 saw the launch of an 80 metres 3D display of D Day, knitted and crocheted by a community of people from all over the world.

Event Date

26 March 2026

This event occurs daily from
26 Mar 2026 to 28 Apr 2026

£ 5 per person

Description

80 knitted displays telling the story of the 80 days of the Battle of Normandy were unveiled in time for its 80th anniversary. It toured the UK and Ireland and attracted 250,000 people and raised significant money for Veterans Charities.

Rheged are delighted to be chosen as a venue for the second UK tour. This time the 80-3D knitted and crocheted displays will focus on Britain at War from 3September 1939 to VE Day on 8 May 1945. In beautiful detail and all to scale, aspects of life from rationing, evacuees and the blitz, to the grim headlines during Britain’s darkest hour and the euphoria of peace have all been recreated. The volunteer crafters who produced the work are from all age groups and walks of life and included those in pressured careers that find crafting therapeutic, busy mums, carers of children, the elderly, ex teachers, lawyers, business owners and even the WI. Everyone has contributed their Yarn, their hours and creativity for free.

The exhibition includes 8 life size knitted heroes as well as a Guide Book priced at £10. Profits from the admission and guide book will go to raise money for Forces Veterans Afloat – a project to refurbish canal boats to provide permanent homes for veterans with PTSD.

Your ticket is valid to enter the Gallery anytime on the date purchased.

Open Daily Thursday 26 March to Tuesday 28 April 2026 | 9am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm).