Apr 2 April 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am - April 23, 2026 @ 12:00 pm Creative Start – Drawing and Design for Textiles (4 week course) This welcoming four-week course invites you to explore a wide range of drawing and mark-making techniques with designer Jules McKeown. Book Tickets Read More »
Apr 25 April 25, 2026 @ 10:00 am - April 25, 2026 @ 11:00 am Museum & Archive Saturday Booking Book your slot for a Saturday Guided Visit to the Sunny Bank Mills Museum & Archive Book Tickets Read More »
May 2 May 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 2, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Drawing with Wire Learn how to hand manipulate wire, with pliers and wire cutters, to create a unique wirework drawing with artist Helaina Sharpley. Book Tickets Read More »
May 3 May 3, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 3, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Weaving in a Day Spend a day learning to weave on one of our looms! Book Tickets Read More »
May 5 May 5, 2026 @ 02:00 pm - May 5, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Tea & Textile Tuesdays Join together with like minded textile enthusiasts on the 1st Tuesday of each month for Tea and Textiles in the Finishing Room. Book Tickets Read More »
May 9 May 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 9, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Observing the Seasons – Spring Returning to the same space throughout the year, we will observe the changing seasons through our colourful and expressive sketches. Book Tickets Read More »
May 9 May 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 10, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Loom Hire with Technician Have you attended one of our weaving workshops or courses? Want to progress with your weaving? Join Agnis in the weaving shed. Book Tickets Read More »
May 9 May 9, 2026 @ 02:30 pm - May 9, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Komorebi Sculpture Launch Join us for the public launch of a new sculptural artwork on the Weavers Colonnade at Sunny Bank Mills Book Tickets Read More »
May 10 May 10, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 10, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Introduction to Bookmaking Join art educator Zoe Platt and learn how to book bind using different methods. Book Tickets Read More »
May 12 May 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 12, 2026 @ 02:30 pm Monthly Life Drawing Join artist Ellie Andrews on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for life drawing! Book Tickets Read More »
May 15 May 15, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 5, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Hand Building Ceramics – 4 week course Spend 4 weeks with Poppy Davis (AKA CloD) and build on your ceramics skills week on week. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 16, 2026 @ 05:00 pm Threads Textile Festival Market 2026 Visit the 1912 Mill for 50+ stalls of homewares, textile art, haberdashery materials & clothing per day during our annual Textile Festival! Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 16, 2026 @ 12:00 pm Found Object Weaving – Threads 2026 Weave onto and around found objects with fine art weaver and Red Lane Mill studio holder, David Fox. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 16, 2026 @ 02:00 pm Naturally Dyed Textiles – Silk Scarf & Cotton Purse – Threads 2026 Reconnect with the land around you in this inspiring creative session, led by natural dye specialist Olivia. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 16, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Dobby Loom Weaving Taster Workshop – Threads 2026 Join our resident weaving teacher Agnis during Threads Textile Festival for a short intro to weaving on a traditional Dobby Loom! Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 10:30 am - May 16, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Upcycled Fabric Scrappy Beetle Bug Making – Threads 2026 Don't throw away your fabric scraps! Instead, turn them into scrappy beetles and bugs to really snazz up a wall. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 11:30 am - May 17, 2026 @ 12:30 pm The Narrative Thread w/ Michele Carragher – Threads 2026 Discover the inside story of costume embellishment in film & TV incl Game of Thrones & Peaky Blinders by costume embroiderer Michele. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 01:30 pm - May 16, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Embellished Florals – Threads 2026 Join artist Jessica Grady for a colourful and creative workshop exploring floral designs using mixed media embellishments and hand stitch. Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 02:30 pm - May 16, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Free-form Quiltmaking w/ Jessie Cutts – Threads 2026 Join Jessie Cutts on the launch week of her new book to hear about her approach to making quilts and learn what you can do to get started! Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 03:00 pm - May 16, 2026 @ 05:00 pm Colourful Weaving – Threads 2026 A fun weaving workshop with tutor Agnis Smallwood, where you will learn how to weave and experiment with colour! Book Tickets Read More »
May 16 May 16, 2026 @ 06:00 pm - May 16, 2026 @ 08:00 pm An Evening with the 62 Group: Meet & Make Join the some of the artists in the 62 Group’s new Touchlines exhibition for the chance to ask questions and take part in mini workshops! Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 17, 2026 @ 12:00 pm Needle Felted Fibre Art Toadstools – Threads 2026 Create your own 3D toadstool scene through the wonderful art of needle-felting with Sophie of The Peg Loomer. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 10:30 am - May 17, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Mindful Doodle Stitching – Threads 2026 Join artist Jessica Grady for this fun hand stitch workshop will introduce you to the wonderful world of doodle cloths. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 10:30 am - May 17, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Textile Coiled Basketry – Threads 2026 Make a coiled basket or coaster using your own choice of yarn, fabric and colours with Dee Sayce. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 11:30 am - May 17, 2026 @ 12:30 pm A Quiet Unfolding w/ Hannah Lamb – Threads 2026 Hear from artist, lecturer and author Hannah Lamb during our annual Textile Festival as she discusses her process and previous projects. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 01:30 pm - May 17, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Drawing with Thread Embroidered Photography Workshop – Threads 2026 Join For The Love Of Textiles artist Zoe Boswell and draw with thread to add meaning, colour, and pattern to photographs. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 02:00 pm - May 17, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Stitched Charms – Threads 2026 Join recent Ones to Watch exhibitor Reece Kelly and create Georgian era eye charms to take home, or add to their exhibited collection. Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 02:30 pm - May 17, 2026 @ 05:00 pm Dobby Loom Weaving Taster Workshop – Threads 2026 Join our resident weaving teacher Agnis during Threads Textile Festival for a short intro to weaving on a traditional Dobby Loom! Book Tickets Read More »
May 17 May 17, 2026 @ 03:00 pm - May 17, 2026 @ 05:00 pm Grenfell Memorial Quilt Drop-In – Threads 2026 Join Jane Thakoordin, an afternoon of quiet contemplation and creation to remember the 72 people who passed in the Grenfell fire. Book Tickets Read More »
May 21 May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 11, 2026 @ 01:00 pm A Short Course in Printmaking There are numerous ways of creating prints. During this short course we will be exploring 3 methods – monoprint, drypoint and relief print. Book Tickets Read More »
May 23 May 23, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 23, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Experimental Gelli Printing Experimental Gelli Printing is a vibrant and hands-on workshop that invites you to explore the creative potential of monoprinting! Book Tickets Read More »
May 23 May 23, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 23, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Weaving in a Day Spend a day learning to weave on one of our looms! Book Tickets Read More »
May 24 May 24, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 24, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Portraits in Oils for Beginners Learn crucial techniques when painting portraits in oils with artist Richard Kitson. Book Tickets Read More »
May 30 May 30, 2026 @ 10:00 am - May 30, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Create a Paper Icelandic Poppy Workshop Learn the delicate art of paper flowers and create your own Icelandic Poppy that will never wilt! Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 6 June 6, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 6, 2026 @ 01:30 pm Print & Stitch: Developing Textile Artwork In this intermediate-level workshop, participants will explore the creative crossover between print and stitch. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 7 June 7, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 7, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Watercolour Landscapes on Location – Sunny Bank Mills Taking inspiration from the surroundings at Sunny Bank Mills, Amy will lead you through her process of capturing a landscape on location. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 12 June 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 14, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Beginner’s Weaving Course A weekend course for anyone interested in learning how to weave! Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 12 June 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 12, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Mosaic Workshop Join Kim Searle and learn the skills needed to mosaic. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 13 June 13, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 13, 2026 @ 03:30 pm Botanical Bas Relief Plaster Relief Tiles Come along and enjoy this experimental course where you will learn the various steps to making your own bas relief plaster cast plaques. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 14 June 14, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 14, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Funky Foam Relief Prints Create colourful layered relief print using foam with print maker Cath Brooke. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 19 June 19, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 19, 2026 @ 12:30 pm Embroider with Nature Combine nature with embroidery on this workshop with Embroidery artist and educator Elnaz Yazdani! Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 21 June 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 21, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Expressive Bird Painting in Watercolour and Ink Join Leeds artist and illustrator, Tim Gomersall, for a day of watercolour painting. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 26 June 26, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 26, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Creative Ways to Dye Fabric with Indigo Join hand-dying expert Debbie Tomkies for a day exploring what Indigo has to offer. Book Tickets Read More »
Jun 28 June 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am - June 28, 2026 @ 02:00 pm Screen Print and Construct your own Lampshade Join textile designer Millie Rothera for a morning of screen printing to create your own lampshade! Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 4 July 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 4, 2026 @ 03:00 pm Wild Cordage with Alice Fox An introduction to gathering and processing plant-based fibres that grow wild. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 10 July 10, 2026 @ 10:30 am - July 10, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Embroidery on Clothing Learn how to give your clothing a second life through decorative stitch. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 11 July 11, 2026 @ 10:30 am - July 11, 2026 @ 02:30 pm Gel Plate Printing & Stitch In this session you will discover an easy way to learn the art of printing without a press and how to add detail and dimension to your work. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 17 July 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 19, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Intermediate Weaving Course This 3 week course is aimed those who have been on the beginners weaving course or already have some experience of weaving on a shaft loom. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 17 July 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 17, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Printing from Nature We will be making one off colourful monoprints, printing from leaves and foliage to create colourful layered prints. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 18 July 18, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 18, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Introduction to Natural Dyeing Explore the colours from nature through natural dyeing with Debbie Tomkies. Book Tickets Read More »
Jul 19 July 19, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 19, 2026 @ 04:30 pm Monogrammed Glasses/Sunglasses Case Join designer and leatherworker Katie Roe in a workshop introducing hand leatherwork. Book Tickets Read More »
Sep 5 September 5, 2026 @ 10:00 am - September 5, 2026 @ 02:00 pm Visible Mending on clothing Learn how to mend and embellish your clothing with artist and educator Carolann Allan. Book Tickets Read More »
Sep 20 September 20, 2026 @ 10:00 am - September 20, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Print, Tie, Resist – Creative Ways to Dye Fabric with Natural Dyes Try your hand at different ways to dye fabrics, with natural dye expert Debbie Tomkies. Book Tickets Read More »
Sep 27 September 27, 2026 @ 10:00 am - September 27, 2026 @ 04:00 pm Textile Prints Inspired by Sunny Bank Mills Come and join us for this unique opportunity to delve into the Archive at Sunny Bank Mills and create your own custom lino print for fabric. Book Tickets Read More »
Nov 6 November 6, 2026 @ 10:30 am - November 6, 2026 @ 01:00 pm Embroidery Design with Couching/Slow Stitch Grow your hand embroidery knowledge with textile artist Carol-Ann Allan and learn the basics of Couching. Book Tickets Read More »