Wild about Wool

Get hands-on with one of Britain’s most important natural materials at Wild About Wool, an engaging traditional craft event at Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Watch spinning, weaving and other wool-working techniques, see a sock knitting machine in action and learn how wool shaped rural life and industry.
Meet craftspeople, learn about historic tools and processes, and enjoy hands-on activities suitable for all ages. Set within the museum’s historic buildings and open-air landscape, this relaxed event offers a memorable day out for families, craft enthusiasts and anyone interested in traditional skills and sustainable materials.
Event highlights
• Live wool processing and craft demonstrations
• Learn about spinning, weaving and traditional techniques
• See a sock knitting machine in action
• Family-friendly, hands-on activities
• Set within the museum’s unique historic buildings and grounds