Cliffe End Yarns Woollen Yarn Spinner & Commission Processor Tour

Join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Cliffe End Yarns, a specialist in woollen spun yarn production. Here, raw wool—cleaned, scoured, and expertly blended—is transformed into high-quality yarns used in upholstery weaving, carpet weaving, tufting, and spinning. See how traditional craftsmanship meets modern machinery to create the foundation of many textile products.

This tour also includes a visit to BR Winding, an essential partner in yarn processing. BR Winding specialises in optimising yarn for further production. Learn about:

Bit Winding – Repurposing leftover yarn from small cones onto larger ones for reuse.

Assembly Winding – Combining single yarn strands to enhance productivity in older ring twisting machines.

Cone to Cone Winding – Precisely measuring and splitting large cones into smaller, production-ready cones.

Hank to Cone Winding (Back Winding) – Preparing yarn from hanks onto cones for seamless manufacturing.

Reeling – Converting yarn from cones back into hanks for dyeing processes.

Whether you’re a textile enthusiast or a curious visitor, this tour offers a unique insight into the intricate world of yarn manufacturing. Come and see how innovation and tradition weave together!

Approximately 75 minute tour
Free to attend but booking essential. 

Limited to a maximum of 14 people on a first come first served basis.

TO BOOK CONTACT: bruce.m.calverley@gmail.com

NOTE – The tour will take place in a noisy production environment

This event is part of the WOVEN community programme, please contact Bruce Calverley if you have any questions.