Knitting & Crochet
Available Dates
DATES 2024
All of our craft or activity holidays run for 5-nights from Sunday to Friday and start from £879 per person.
The above is based on single occupancy. A £100 per person discount is applied for art, craft and activity guests on a shared occupancy basis.
2024
2025
“Trying to find the best knitting classes near me was a daunting task until I found Gartmore House, they took care of everything.”
About The Course
Knitting and crochet are some of the world’s most popular crafts.
It’s not uncommon to see people knitting away on the train or in a café, stitching up a storm and bringing fabulous patterns to life. But for us, all the magic in our crochet and knitting classes takes place in the comfort of our beautiful Oak Room, a cosy home from home!
Life can get in the way of your crafting goals, and when your WIP pile is growing, it’s time to get away from it all. A 5-night holiday at Gartmore will allow you the time and space to really focus on your craft and let go of all the stresses of everyday life as you stitch to your heart’s content. These crochet and knitting classes are a relaxed, informal affair, allowing you to stitch at your own pace no matter what you’re working on.
The best knitting classes might just be the ones you can take while on holiday! Join expert knitting for all teacher and designer Samira Hill for a knitting and crochet holiday at Gartmore House. Whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced yarnie, Samira will be on hand to provide tuition throughout the week. You don’t even have to have any experience either! You’ll be hooked as you learn new techniques and brush up on some old ones.
If you prefer to bring along your works in progress and long-forgotten unfinished objects, then that’s not a problem! Samira is happy to offer any help and advice you may need throughout the week. So, settle in and get ready for a week’s worth of knitting and crochet fun.
Course Inclusions And Coverage
This course is an all-in-one package which includes the following:
Tuition
Booking for this course includes 4 days of specialist tuition from Samira Hill.
Equipment
All specialist equipment will be supplied but there will be a few essential items that you will need to bring. Please see our terms and detailed information section below.
Food & Accommodation
Full board catering and 5-nights accommodation are included when you book.
Transfers
Complimentary transfers are included when you book - subject to certain conditions.*
* Transfers from Stirling train station are available on the arrival and departure days (pick-up from the station at 15:30, departs Gartmore House at 9:15). Transfers from Glasgow or Edinburgh Airports are available at an additional cost.
Here's what a previous participant has to say about this course:
“Had a fabulous time. Staff were friendly and Samira was exceedingly helpful. I’ve come away with skills that I did not have when I arrived.” – Mari, Knitting & Crochet Holiday
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tERMS & DETAILED INFORMATION
If you’re coming on one of our holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. We also have a full programme of day trips and activities on offer for them. Please add them and day trips at the checkout stage.
How to book
To book online, please click on your preferred date above.
For any questions or to book direct please call 01877 382 991 or email mail@gartmorehouse.com
If you have any questions, you may like to take a look at our FAQs but if you have any further queries, please contact our team directly.
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
To confirm your holiday:
A non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
Payment of your holiday:
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
If you cancel your booking:
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
More Reviews...
Thoroughly enjoyed it. Samira Hill, the tutor, was excellent. Nothing too much trouble. Thank you.
Previous Participant
Irene, Knitting & Crochet Holiday
The whole experience was excellent as per previous visit – we will be back next year. Many thanks to all the wonderful staff.
Previous Participant
Hazel, Knitting & Crochet Holiday
Have had a most informative and enjoyable time in the splendour of this magnificent building.
Previous Participant
RW, Knitting & Crochet Holiday
Your Course Tutor: Samira Hill
Your tutor Samira Hill is a professional knitting and crochet teacher, and as part of the ‘Knitting For All’ company teaches children, teenagers and adults various textile craft activities on a regular basis.
In her spare time, Samira likes to design her own garments and accessories, and is constantly busy with trying out new techniques, intricate stitches or adventurous projects!
Samira believes life is a constant learning curve, and there is always something new to learn and try when it comes to knitting or crochet for that matter, whatever your abilities. Her teaching always reflects her attitude to knitting: very creative, rewarding, social, relaxing, therapeutic.. And most importantly, it’s fun!
Faq
Where can I find out more about the course?
If you need any further information about your course that is not on our website, please get in contact with us and we can provide you with the tutor’s contact details who can assist with your query.
What do I need to bring on my art, craft and activity break?
Your required kit list for your specific break is shown on each course’s webpage. Your tutor will also be in contact with you, prior to your course to confirm kit lists and questions you have.
Should you have any queries, then please feel free to contact us.
What is the art, craft and activity holiday booking terms and conditions?
To confirm your holiday a non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
Holidays are subject to availability and subject to change. There is a minimum number of guests required to run each course. If a course is cancelled due to low numbers, you may transfer any monies paid to an alternative date or a full refund will be issued. We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
What time do your transfer services for the art, craft & activity holidays operate?
We offer a complimentary transfer services to and from Stirling train station. Collection is at 3:30pm from the station on the day of arrival, and our drop-off service departs from Gartmore House at 9:15 am on day of departure.
The closest airports to us are Glasgow and Edinburgh airports. If you require a transfer to and/or from either airport, please select this option at the time of booking. Transfers to/from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports are available at an additional cost. After booking your flights, please update your Customer Portal with the time you wish to be collected from the airport on the day of arrival and the time of collection at Gartmore House, returning to the airport, on the day of departure. Please allow 60 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Glasgow Airport, or 90 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Edinburgh Airport.
Can I bring a partner/friend to stay with me while I am on an art, craft or activity break?
If you’re coming on one of our art, craft or activity holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. Please add them at the checkout stage.
Spots on this course are limited!
Book your spot now and join us at Gartmore House. We are confident it will deepen your understanding of knitting.