Discovering Lace
Meet our expert lace makers and see some fine examples of this wonderfully intricate craft.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Whether you are an experienced lace-maker looking for more inspiration or a beginner looking for help on how to get started, our lace making specialists will be able to help. There will be examples of their own fabulous work on show and they can talk you through the many different techniques and skills involved.
Plus, a selection of second-hand lace and textile craft books will be on sale, if you want something to take home for more inspiration.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
This event is on the first floor. Due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.
Upcoming events
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition
A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across four rooms of the Hall.
The Craft House: a talk about Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth and her textile collection
This talk by the curator of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection tells the fascinating story of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, who grew up at Gawthorpe Hall and had a passion for textiles and craft.
Outdoor theatre – Treasure Island
Take to the high seas with Off the Ground outdoor theatre in their original version of the swashbuckling classic tale Treasure Island!