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WELCOME TO
Buxton Wool Gathering
22nd and 23rd May 2027
Buxton Pavilion Gardens
Saturday - 10am-4.30pm, Sunday - 10am-4pm
A weekend of woolly goodness in the Peak District.
We’re a wool festival dedicated to the best of fibre and yarn. Come join us in a beautiful listed venue every May.
Whether you’re into spinning, felting, weaving, knitting, or crochet, there’s something for you. All in a stunning location with some of the friendliest, craftiest people around.
Here you can find all the information you need about us. Find details about the event, our exhibitors, Buxton, and the venue. You can also book tickets and workshops online.
Buxton Wool Gathering 2023, 2024 and 2025 photos by Martin Spaull.
Entry times
- Saturday: Doors open at 10:00am for prepaid tickets, with check-in from 9:30am.
- Sunday: Doors open at 11:00am for prepaid tickets, with check-in from 10.30am.
- Quiet hour: 10am - 11am on Sunday.
- Priority entry: Prepaid tickets get faster access. You can pay on the door, but we may pause or stop ticket sales to prevent overcrowding.
- Last entry: New visitors can enter until 3:30pm.
Plan your visit
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Our sister events
Cumbrian Wool Gathering
Every June
J36 Rural Auction Centre, Cumbria
Stafford Wool Gathering
Every October
Staffordshire County Showground