Out and About
Poole Bobbin Lacemakers demonstrate throughout the year.
At each demonstration there is a topical display and an opportunity for visitors to ‘have a go’ .
At each demonstration there is a topical display and an opportunity for visitors to ‘have a go’ .
Demonstration in 2026
The Hardy Visitor Centre
The summer demonstrating season began, with visits to the Hardy Visitor Centre at Higher Brockhampton set in woodland close to the cottage where Dorset writer, Thomas Hardy, was born and lived for many years.
PBLC are demonstrated there on the first Wednesday of each month until October 2026, 9.45am – 3pm.
Dates for the demonstrations are 1 July, 5 August, 2 September and 7 October.
PBLC are demonstrated there on the first Wednesday of each month until October 2026, 9.45am – 3pm.
Dates for the demonstrations are 1 July, 5 August, 2 September and 7 October.
Wool Charter Fair
On 9 May, three members of PBLC went to Wool to demonstrate at the Wool Charter Fair held in the Millennium Square. This dates back to the 13th century, allowing the monks and abbots of Bindon Abbey to hold a fair or market near to Wool Manor.
A display of circular mats was mounted.
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A display of circular mats was mounted.
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