Trips For Knitters

Participants are responsible for arranging airfare to Aberdeen.  We will meet at the Aberdeen Airport at 12:45 pm for a 2:45 pm flight to Sumburgh. 

Our return journey will be at 4:45 pm from Sumburgh to Aberdeen. Flight time is about an hour. You are responsible for booking your flight through. https://www.loganair.co.uk/.  

We will be picked up in a van at the Sumburgh Airport

 Tickets are purchased online by guest for the airplane from Aberdeen to Sumburgh Airport Shetland

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Those staying at Cornerstone B&B can enjoy Grace’s hospitality.

Elizabeth & Anthony are the owners and managers of Glen B&B. 

Subject to change. For 2026, we’re adding a tour and shopping at Uradale Farm, producers of organic Shetland yarn, and a workshop with Linda Shearer(Shetland Wool Week Patron), knitwear designer—class with Terri Laura, with a class about color choices and placements—yoke class with Janette Budge.

Day 1 May 15/September 1

You will be met at Sumburgh Airport when your flight lands and be taken to Lerwick for an early dinner.
Afterwards, you will then head to your accommodation and check in for the duration of your stay.

Day 2 May 16/ September 2

This morning, we start off by heading to St Ninian’s Isle to stretch our legs. The spectacular beach is a tombolo and connects the mainland of Shetland to St Ninian’s Isle. Your guide will tell you all about the St Ninian’s Isle treasure.
We will depart for the Crofthouse Museum, where you will be able to take a walk back in time and see what life was like in Shetland in the 1800’s.

Continue heading South to Sumburgh, where we will have some lunch before visiting Sumburgh Head. Here we will have the chance to take in the beautiful views and visit the fascinating Sumburgh Lighthouse Visitor Centre. You will have free time here to walk amongst the various exhibits, including the marine life centre.

After our day’s touring, we will head to Lerwick for some free time and to have dinner at Fjara.

Day 3 May 17/September 3

It is going to be a busy day as we head to the very north of Shetland (and the UK) to the island of Unst. The journey will involve a lot of time in the bus and requires two ferries there and two ferries back.
We will take the ferry to Yell and then continue to Unst, where we will have time to view the Viking Unst project before lunch. Viking Unst includes a Viking longship and example of a Viking longhouse.

Lunch will be at the quaint Victoria’s Vintage Tearoom, where there are also craft items for sale.
After lunch, we will spend time in the Unst Heritage Centre and see the wonderful lace knitting displays there.

We will make our way back to the Shetland mainland and have dinner at the historic Busta House Hotel.

Day 4 May 18/ September 4

Today, we will have a class on Fair Isle yokes with Janette Budge at Islesburgh Community Centre. We will have lunch there before making our way to the Shetland Textile Museum. Volunteers will be happy to tell you about the displays available, which cover many aspects of Shetland’s Textile Heritage.

There will be some free time for shopping in the town centre before heading to Scalloway for dinner at Da Haaf.

Day 5 May 19/ September 5

This morning, head to Uradale Farm, where you will be met by the owners and given a tour of the farm. There will be time to purchase some of the organic Uradale Yarn. After Uradale, we will have lunch in a local community hall, a tradition in Shetland. After lunch, you will have the afternoon at your leisure.

We will have dinner at The Lerwick Hotel before returning to our accommodation.

Day 6 May 20/ September 6

We kick today off with visiting Jamieson and Smith Wool Brokers, where you will hear all about sorting and grading wool, before having some time to browse in the shop. We will then have lunch in a town centre café before heading to Burra, where we will visit two studios: Donna Smith who produces Langsoond Yarn and Deborah Briggs, who is a local weaver.

Afterwards, we’ll have dinner in the Scalloway Hotel before heading to our accommodation for the night.

Day 7 May 21/ September 7

No guide
Today, we will depart to meet Terri Laura for a class on swatching and colour placement.
Rest of the day and evening will be at your leisure.

Day 8 May 22/ September 8

This morning, check out of your accommodation and travel to Lerwick, where we will visit the five-star Shetland Museum and Archives. Here we will be joined by a member of staff who will give us an in-depth talk about the knitting heritage and displays that are available. You will have free time to look around and browse the gift shop. We will have our lunch in the museum café, The Dowry at Hay’s Dock.

It is then time to head to Sumburgh Airport, for your afternoon flight to Aberdeen.

Please note: Itinerary may happen in a different order as advertised, subject to availability.

What Is Included

All tours with a fully qualified tourist guide and experienced driver

5 lunches at a variety of venues

6 dinners in some of Shetland’s finest food establishments

Tour at Uradale Farm

Trip to Unst, Shetland’s most northerly island

Class with Terri Laura

Class with Janette Budge

Coffee and cake at the Old Haa, Yell

Visit to Jamieson and Smith Wool Brokers

Visit to Deborah Briggs’ Studio

Visit to Donna Smith’s Studio

Trip to Sumburgh Lighthouse Visitor Centre and RSPB Nature Reserve

Coffee and cake at Hoswick Visitor Centre

Visit to St Ninian’s Isle

Free time to explore Lerwick and visit some local yarn stores

Shetland Wool Heritage Talk at the Shetland Museum and Archives

Not Included:

Airfare

Reservations for Loganair

Alcoholic Beverages

Spending Money

1 lunch

1Dinner

Participants are responsible for arranging airfare to Aberdeen. Participants are responsible to make reservations on Loganair .They are to meet at the Northlink Ferry Terminal at a designated time, about 2 hours before departure time on the first event day. They either arrive early the day of and meet up at the airport or the prior to start day and go airport to meet up. 

We will be picked up in a van at the Sumburgh Airport

 Tickets are purchased online by guest for the airplane from Aberdeen to Sumburgh Airport Shetland

PRICING: Per person, $4695.00 includes lodging, meals, knitting classes, local transportation, and site admissions. For Spring trips, the Final Payment is due February 28, 2026. For Fall Trips, the final payment is due April 30, 2026

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Trips for Knitters Cancellation Policy

To secure your place on the trip, a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is required upon booking. The remaining balance for the spring trip should be submitted by February 1, while for the fall trip, the balance is due by May 1.

 **Cancellation** 

We understand that circumstances may change. If you need to cancel your trip after confirming your participation, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible via letter or email. After the final payment has been made, no refund will be issued. We strongly encourage you to secure travel insurance to cover the cost of your trip due to cancellation. Please be aware that the deposit is non-refundable and cannot be returned.. Please read our Tips for Travel Insurance.

Read the Trips for Knitters Responsibility/Disclaimer Statement

How much does this trip cost?

Pricing is based on room choice (except for Buffalo WY) and whether you choose private or shared. All prices are per person. See Pricing. We recommend reserving your space with the non-refundable deposit as soon as possible as the spaces will go quickly.

When is payment due?

After making your non-refundable deposit, your payment for the trip will be due February 1 for a spring trip and May 1 for a Fall trip. An invoice will be sent to you two weeks prior to due date. See Pricing.

What will my expenses be?

The cost does not include airfare, transportation to/from airport or from another city, alcohol, personal items, and any optional activities. For Buffalo WY, lodging is arranged directly with the hotel and is at the participant’s expense.

I’m not a really experienced knitter so will I be able to do the project?

We plan projects that are accessible by knitters at various levels of experience, complexity in knitting, and interest. For those not as confident in their knitting, this can be a great time to move past some of your apprehension with experts to help you along. We also believe that it’s your knitting and if you choose not to do the project or to do it a different way, that’s fine. We want you to make the most of your knitting in your way, and it’s different for all of us. You still get the project yarn, whether you knit it or not!

What is the schedule like?

At Trips for Knitters, we provide a balance of activities, knitting time, workshops and special events. Count on time during each day for relaxation as well as social time, great meals, and interesting local exploration. We never leave our lodging early in the morning and we never miss a meal! Specific trip schedules are listed in The Experience.

How do I get specific questions answered?

Contact us.

How do I register?

Register Now → or Contact Trips for Knitters by email or phone to check availability and to register for the event.

Can I bring my husband, friend, family member who is not a knitter?

For these events, we charge everyone the same, so that person sharing your room will pay the same amount as you, but you will each pay the shared room rate, which is less than the private room rate. Please read our Notes for Non-Knitters, which pertains to any non-knitters traveling with you. Non-knitters participate in all activities as they choose, including day trips, meals and tours.

How do I connect with other  participating knitters?

We’ll put everyone in touch electronically, facilitating email communication.

What should I bring?

We recommend traveling light. Once you have registered, you’ll have access to Tips for Travelers, which includes a packing list.

I am on a specific diet. Can my dietary needs be met?

Most likely, but contact us to discuss. We can accommodate most diet issues with advance notice. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets are generally not a problem.

Do we have to assist in meal preparation or clean up?

You do not have to prepare meals or clean up. You do not have to make your bed! It really is a relaxation trip with a light schedule and lots of time for knitting, connecting with others, learning and doing what you want.

What are the physical requirements of the trip?

We want every knitter to enjoy their trip and make every effort to ensure Trips for Knitters are accessible to as many people as possible. For specific trip details, see The Experience, above.

Some of the trips are more physically demanding and may not be suitable for everyone. Contact us if you have questions or wish to discuss the amount of walking, stair climbing or other physical demands, especially if you have back, knee, or hip issues.

To gauge your level of fitness, we suggest you honestly assess your ability to walk 1–5 miles at a reasonable pace. If you become short of breath, experience cramping or spasms, or find that this exacerbates a medical condition, you may not want to register for the trip. Contact us if you have questions about the physical demands of any trip.

Please let us know if you have any mobility or medical issues which may affect your ability to fully undertake the event as described. We accept no liability for mobility or medical issues that we are not told about prior to the trip. Advise us of any changes after registering and before the trip takes place.

Any questions or concerns, we’re here to discuss in confidentiality. We want the best outcome and enjoyment for every participant of Trips for Knitters events.

I have physical limitations and wonder if I’ll be able to manage this trip?

Feel free to contact us to discuss whether this trip is appropriate for your limitations.

What if I need to cancel for some reason?

Trips for Knitters Cancellation Policy

To secure your place on the trip, a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is required upon booking. The remaining balance for the spring trip should be submitted by February 1, while for the fall trip, the balance is due by May 1.

 **Cancellation** 

We understand that circumstances may change. If you need to cancel your trip after confirming your participation, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible via letter or email. After the final payment has been made, no refund will be issued. We strongly encourage you to secure travel insurance to cover the cost of your trip due to cancellation. Please be aware that the deposit is non-refundable and cannot be returned.Please read our Travel Insurance Tip.

Read the Trips for Knitters Responsibility/Disclaimer Statement

The policy for traveling with a group of knitters on a knitting trip focuses on ensuring that participants can safely and enjoyably engage in the activities planned. So before signing up for the trip please make sure you are able to do the following activities.

One must have the ability to walk one to three miles at a reasonable pace without becoming short of breath, experience cramping or find that this exacerbates a medical condition. It is important for participating in various activities during the trip, such as exploring new locations, visiting local yarn shops, or enjoying scenic walks. 

Many travel destinations may involve stairs, whether in accommodations, venues, or during excursions. Participants should  be able to climb several flights of stairs, as this enhances mobility and independence during the trip. You must also be able to carry luggage you bring up any stair in our accommodation.

While travel can be a rewarding experience, it often comes with considerable mental demands. Make sure you can cope with travel delays, navigating through crowded airports, changes in environment.

We aims to create an enjoyable and enriching experience for all participants. By considering these abilities, the trip can be tailored to foster camaraderie, creativity, and a sense of community among the knitters, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make wonderful memories together.

Please let us know if you have any mobility or medical issues which may affect your ability to fully undertake the event as described. We accept no liability for mobility or medical issues that we are not told about prior to the trip. Advise us of any changes after registering and before the trip takes place.

 Contact us if you have questions about the physical demands of any trip.

If you have any questions or concerns, we’re here to discuss them in confidentiality. We want the best outcome and enjoyment for every participant of Trips for Knitters events.