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Jean Moss Handknits
 

LAKES & YORK
11 nights 13-24 May 2012

Hosted by Jean Moss and partner, Philip Mercer, this intimate two-centred tour will give you a unique taste of the best of the British knit scene. Every detail has been handpicked to create a really memorable and special experience for you.

ON TRIP ADVISOR YORK HAS JUST BEEN VOTED THE TOP DESTINATION FOR FOOD & DRINK IN THE UK
AND THE FIFTH IN THE WHOLE WORLD... WOW!!!
York is celebrating 800 years since it was granted its Royal Charter by King John in 1212.
Come along and celebrate with us! We even have a chocolate factory!

For more insights into life in York visit my blog

Workshops and lectures from Jean and other top British designers
Yarn and textile-related people and places
Splendid independent hotels with delicious food and atmosphere
5 or 6 days each in two fabulous locations in city and countryside
Wonderful gardens and historic houses
Lots of activities and interest for non-knitters too
Music, dance and much more

RESERVE A PLACE here
Early bird 5% discount for bookings before 15 December 2011

or for more click onto the images below for web galleries of images of YORK & LAKES

Betty's Tea Rooms, York Gloves View over the Lakes Jean Moss workshop  

With thanks to Judy Neudoerffer for the use of some of her pictures of the Lakes.

If you would like to check out our tours with previous members before booking, there is a
 travelers with jean moss group on Ravelry

Highlights of our last tour to Morocco

Levens HallTake your knitting to greater heights amidst the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Lake District. Writers from Wordsworth to Beatrix Potter have found inspiration in its tranquil waters and steep fells, grazed by the rare Herdwick sheep.

After lunch at Levens Hall with its Tudor topiary, settle in at Cragwood, a traditional country house hotel overlooking majestic Windermere. Morning workshops will be followed by visits to Wordsworth's house and garden at Rydal Mount, Crookabeck Angora & Herdwick Farm at Patterdale and The Wool Clip, a co-operative of fibre artists and farmers, so plenty of opportunities to stock up your stash! A cruise on Coniston Water in Victorian steam yacht, Gondola, to John Ruskin's Brantwood, will evoke memories of a bygone age. Evenings to solve your problems at a knitters' clinic, get inspired by stimulating lectures or strut your stuff Workshopat the show and share session.

Then on to York and, as with everything else, your hotel is hand-picked. The Grange is a stylish Regency hotel, a few minutes from the imposing Minster and bustling market. En route we shall visit the Wensleydale Longwool Sheepshop in the Yorkshire Dales, where you can drool over the soft and lustrous yarn of this rare breed!

Workshop in the beautiful and elegant setting of Newby Hall. Afterwards explore Newby Hall's famous double herbaceous border, sculpture trail and unforgettable 25 acres of garden delights.

Other highlights include a tour around York Minster's beautiful textiles, a visit to the York Quilting Museum & Gallery, an afternoon at Castle Howard, a day at the Rowan mill with Martin Storey, plus a presentation of gems from the Knitting & Crochet Guild's vintage knits collection. You are also invited to Open House at Jean Moss - an opportunity to Fish Quiltbrowse Jean's collections, eat, drink, sing and be merry.

Lots of time for individual sightseeing. Explore the medieval walls and quaint snickelways, visit the Yorvik Viking Centre, or National Railway Museum. Go shopping in the half-timbered Shambles, browse the city's many specialist bookshops, take afternoon tea at the world-famous Betty's Tearoom, attend evensong in gothic York Minster,enjoy a boat trip down the River Ouse or just follow your nose and take your knitting to one of the city's many excellent cafes. Of York George VI famously proclaimed the history of England is the history of York.

 

Programme
Knitting Gardens Food

DAY 1    
Harlequin am Start at Manchester Airport 9.30 am
Lunch and tour of Levens Hall house and gardens
pm Settle into Cragwood House Hotel, Windermere
eve Welcome reception
  Jean's lecture: Sweet Shawlettes
  Dinner at Cragwood
     
DAY 2    
Main course at Cragwood am Jean's workshop: Design your own shawlette
pm Head gardener Patrick's tour of Cragwood gardens
eve Show & Share with Jean
  Dinner at Cragwood
     
DAY 3    
Rydal Mount  John Ruskin's home. am Grasmere and Wordsworth's house and garden at
Rydal Mount
pm Wool Clip co-op of farmers and craft workers, Caldbeck
eve Share & Solve with Jean
  Dinner at Cragwood
     
DAY 4    
Wensleydale sheep am Jean's workshop: In A Swirl
pm Crookabeck Angora & Herdwick Farmshop, Patterdale
eve Guest designer's lecture
  Dinner at Cragwood
     
DAY 5    
Brantwood garden am Free morning
pm Cruise on Coniston Water in Steam Yacht Gondola to John Ruskin's Brantwood
eve Dinner at Queen's Head, Hawkshead
     
DAY 6    
York Minster am Travel from Cragwood to York, via Middleham and
Wensleydale Longwool Sheepshop
pm Settle in The Grange Hotel
eve Dinner at The Grange
     
DAY 7    
York Minster stained glass am Leisurely walking tour of York including textile-interest tour of the Minster and visit to the National Quilt Museum & Gallery


pm


Independent sight-seeing and shopping
eve Meet Martin Storey: A Life in Hand Knitting
followed by
dinner
at The Grange
     
DAY 8    
Martin Storey design am Travel to Rowan Mill, Holmfirth for workshop with
Martin Storey:
Big & Beautiful Cables
pm Explore Holmfirth, home of Last of the summer Wine, visitUpcountry yarn shop
eve Dinner at traditional country pub
     
DAY 9    
Freeform workshop am Carol Meldrum's workshop at Newby Hall
pm Garden tour of Newby Hall
eve Dinner at local restaurant
     
DAY 10    
Irish crochet bodice am Gems from the Knitting & Crochet Guild's Vintage Collection

pm

Open House at Jean Moss
eve Independent dining
     
DAY 11    
Castle Howard am Castle Howard House & Garden Tour
pm Independent sightseeing and shopping
eve Farewell dinner at The Grange
     
DAY 12    
Jean in San Diego am Coach back to Manchester Airport to connect with flights from 10.30am
York minster street Brantwood Rydal Mount

Workshop

 

Steamyacht Gondola
PRICE
GB £2495 / US $4240 per person for twin or double room

(single supplement GB £380 / US $620)
Deposit
GB £400 / US $680


5% discount if you book 150 days or more before departure


10% discount for non-knitters


Tour price Includes:
11 nights luxury accommodation
All breakfasts, 1
0 dinners, 2 lunches
Transport within the UK
Knitting tuition in all the workshops
Admission fees to gardens, historical sites and places of interest

Almost the only thing that is not included is your flights to and from the UK and travel insurance.
 

PARTNERS PROGRAMME
We very much welcome non-knitters. There is a wealth of activities and attractions for people not wishing to attend the knitting sessions including: galleries and museums; hiking and biking; golf & water sports; ornithology; horse-riding; archaeology; narrow-gauge and steam railways; and, of course, many other wonderful gardens and historic houses.

 

Jean in EssaouiraWHAT MAKES OUR TOURS REALLY SPECIAL?
We have personally researched and sampled every bit of our tours
We have run our tours for eleven years and have a reputation for excellence
We aim to create a house party feel about our trips
We spend several nights in each location to allow you to settle in and feel at home
As well as good design and beauty we appreciate the quirky side of life
Where possible we love to get off the beaten track
Above all we want you to have a great time and a memorable knitting holiday!!!

RESERVE A PLACE here
email
us to get more info, or phone/fax +44 (0) 1904 6462

Highlights
of our 2011 tour of Morocco

Feedback

'Extremely well-organized and planned... Jean and Philip are incredible hosts. I would happily sign on for a tour again' (Michele)

'I had an absolutely wonderful time. This exceeded my expectations on all counts' (Lynn)

'This has been a truly unforgettable experience... I especially appreciated the chance to meet designers whom I have known only through books as generous and stimulating
personalities' (Carol)

'Thanks so much for a wonderful memorable experience' (Nancy)

'Really, everything was wonderful!! It was a dream trip for me. Your hard work and hospitality are very appreciated' (Sheri)

 

 

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