Introduction to Drop-Spindle Spinning — St Minver

Wednesday 25 November 2026
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
St Minver Community Hub

£5 per person | Maximum 12 participants

Spend an afternoon learning the foundations of drop-spindle spinning in a relaxed, practical workshop run by Your Local Welfare CIC.

This introductory session is designed for beginners. We’ll explore the basic principles of preparing fibre, starting a yarn and using a drop spindle. You will have time to practise, ask questions and discover how the fibre behaves as you work.

A spindle and fibre will be available to use during the workshop, so you do not need to buy any equipment before attending.

What is included

• Use of a drop spindle during the workshop
• Fibre to practise with during the session
• Step-by-step tuition and demonstrations
• Time to practise at your own pace
• Support with troubleshooting and adapting technique

No previous spinning experience is needed. You are welcome to take breaks when needed.

Optional beginner’s kit

ADHCrafts Beginner’s Drop-Spindle Kits are available separately for anyone who would like to continue practising at home.

Please contact us to arrange advance purchase and collection at the workshop. Kits may also be available to purchase on the day, subject to availability.

Buying a kit is optional and is not required to take part.

Accessibility and reasonable adjustments

The venue advertises:

• level access;
• wheelchair-accessible facilities;
• accessible toilets; and
• on-site parking, including disabled parking.

If anything would help you take part comfortably—including access, communication, seating or sensory requirements—please contact us before the workshop:

happytochat@yourlocalwelfarecic.co.uk

You only need to share what you feel is relevant. We can discuss practical adjustments within the workshop and venue.

Venue and public transport

St Minver Community Hub
Trewint Playing Fields
Trewint Lane
St Minver Lowlands
PL27 6LU

From Wadebridge Bus Station, take service 96 towards Rock, Polzeath and Port Isaac, using the Trewint Lane stop in Rock. From there, follow Trewint Lane to the Community Hub at Trewint Playing Fields.

Please check that the walking route suits your needs. The venue is on Trewint Lane, rather than at the Fourways Inn stop in St Minver village.

Check outward and return journeys for 25 November, allowing time to arrive before 1 pm:
https://www.transportforcornwall.co.uk/services/TFCN/96

Please note

This booking is for the drop-spindle spinning workshop on 25 November only. Social gaming runs alongside it and has a separate booking.

Non-participating carers and support workers attend free. Please let us know when booking so we can plan space and seating.

Spindles and practice fibre are provided for use during the session. Any take-home kit is purchased separately.