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Sewing and Quilting Retreats

We offer regular sewing and quilting retreats in our custom-built studio space. Come and stay in luxury and spend a few days creating alongside like-minded people. Our groups are small and friendly, come sit and sew while we feed you and look after you.

Sewing
Quilting
Knitting
Needlework
Meals included
Soft drinks
Snack drawer
Spacious room
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Beautiful Peak District

Thirkelow Cottage and studio is situiated within the Peak District National Park, right on many popular cycling and walking routes. The country homes of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall are within a thirty minute drive. The countryside is riddled with caves from Buxton's Poole's Cavern to Speedwell and Blue John Caverns towards Castleton. There are many opportunities for climbing and caving with organised tours available year round. Other local attractions include a trip to Matlock Bath and up the cable car to The Heights of Abraham, Alton Towers Theme Park and the fabulous Peak Wildlife Park.

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Come to Thirkelow

At Thirkelow we offer a range of options from self-catered family holidays and reunions, to fully catered retreats and retreats. Come alone and meet new and like-minded people or book with friends to share the Thirkelow Experience.

From £350 a night

Families and friends

Bring the family or friends for a relaxing stay in the heart of the Peak District. Explore local attractions, walks and food, or just stay in and enjoy our space.

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From £270pp

Full Board Sewing Retreat

Bring your own sewing or quilting project and book a bed or a room for 3 nights with unlimited access to the sewing studio. All food is included so you just have to concentrate on creating!

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From £1150

Cottage and Studio

The flexible studio space can be booked alongside the cottage if you want to run your own course or retreat. It can be set up as a craft space, a classroom, or with limited furniture for yoga or other physical activities.

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