We demonstrate heritage crafts in rural areas of East Sussex, Kent and beyond. We show and sell our plant dyed yarn, hand spun yarn and hand made garments at Yarn Festivals, Fairs and National Trust venues throughout the year.

Felted fleeces
Hand Spinning Demonstration &
Handmade items for sale.
at: The Great Barn, Great Dixter House and Gardens
Saturday 30th May, 2026 11am – 4pm
Sunday 7th June, 2026 11am – 4pm
Saturday 11th July, 2026 11am – 4pm
Saturday 8th August, 2026. 11am-4pm
Sunday 27th September, 2026 11am – 4pm
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Hand Spinning Course
Burwash Common Pavilion,Burwash Common, Etchingham, TN19 7NA
Learn how to spin over 2 days. All materials and equipment supplied.
Next Courses: Sunday 30th August and Saturday 5th September, 2026. Price £188
OR. Saturday 10th October and Sunday 25th October, 2026 Price £188
For more details please contact: sales@patonanddaughter.co.uk
Great Dixter House & Gardens, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex
FREE admission to The Great Barn, Nursery & Cafe where you will see Hand Spinning on a spinning wheel from fleece to yarn.
FREE lesson on purchasing a Drop Spindle £15 – please contact sales@patonanddaughter.co.uk to book a place, 1-1 tuition.
Hand Felted Fleeces – 100% natural fleece. Vegetarian as no sheep were harmed and are still in their fields in East Sussex and Kent. Add a little extra luxury to your sofa, seats, bed, car or place next to your bed for the first step of your day.
