Northern England, Scotland & Ireland Embroidery Workshop Tour
Immerse yourself in centuries of textile heritage on an unforgettable 13-day journey through Northern England, Scotland, and Ireland. Designed for needlework enthusiasts who appreciate both history and comfort, this exclusive small-group itinerary pairs hands-on embroidery workshops with grand estate living. From classical architectural marvels to sweeping countryside landscapes, you will travel by luxury coach across historic regions, discovering the rich cultural fabric and world-renowned textile collections that define the British Isles.
Throughout the experience, guests enjoy structured stitching days hosted in magnificent stately home settings, providing a serene environment to learn new techniques and refine existing skills alongside like-minded guests. The journey seamlessly blends immersive creative instruction with curated cultural excursions, including visits to world-class decorative arts museums. Enjoy an enriching balance of creative instruction, historical discovery, and exceptional dining.
Whether you are traveling solo or with a companion, this tour offers a warm, welcoming environment tailored to all skill levels. With multi-night stays in extraordinary heritage accommodations and convenient arrival and departure logistics, you can fully relax into the rhythm of the journey.
Tour highlights
- ✓Enjoy multi-night stays in magnificent, historic stately home accommodations
- ✓Benefit from up to six dedicated days of workshop instruction from world-class teachers. Past teachers have included Máire Trainor, Jessica Aldred, Dolores Dempsey and Fiona Wemyss at the Wemyss School.
- ✓Visit Burghley House and marvel at one of England’s grandest 16th-century Elizabethan estates
- ✓Explore over 9,000 extraordinary treasures in Glasgow's Burrell Collection, highlighting world-famous medieval tapestries, rare English needlework, and historic stained glass
- ✓Immerse yourself in Ireland's rich textile history at the Irish Linen Museum
- ✓Discover the secrets of Edinburgh and Dublin with local guides
Solo travellers enjoy their own private room - this is our standard price
$750 USD deposit secures your place today — fully refundable within 2 days.
Windsor Castle Hotel, Windsor UK
Land before 1pm on Day 1 to reach starting point in time for dinner. London Heathrow is the closest major airport to our starting point.
We strongly advise guests to wait until this tour is confirmed if booking non-flexible or non-refundable flights.
Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport Hotel, Dublin Ireland
Book departures after 12:00pm on Day 13 to allow for transfer time.
For those requiring a transfer from the airport, Needlework Tours will provide a pick up transfer to the Hotel for those who are arriving within 48 hours of the tour commencement. All travel details must be supplied.
The transfer from London Heathrow to our meeting point in Windsor takes 20-40 minutes depending on arrival terminal and time of day.
The transfer from our tour end point to Dublin Airport takes 10-20 minutes depending on departure terminal and time of day.
To join us on this tour, you must have valid travel insurance that covers emergency medical expenses and medical evacuation.
We highly recommend a comprehensive policy that also covers trip cancellations and lost luggage. You will be required to provide policy details before departure.
It is the responsibility of all travellers to ensure when travelling they carry a valid passport and visa to ensure they are able to enter the countries nominated in the Needlework Tours itinerary.
Guidance for guests who are already at the destination and wish to join the tour at the starting point.
This trip has been beyond my wildest expectations. I loved every minute of every day!
This trip has been beyond my wildest expectations. I loved every minute of every day!