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. 

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.