The Frank&Olive Crochet Retreat

Frank&Olive's Luxury Crochet Retreat is now taking bookings for 2016! New dates to be announced shortly...

Enjoy some well deserved rest and relaxation whilst finally being able to get on with those unfinished knit and crochet projects. Meet friendly like-minded people, use unlimited luxurious designer yarns, meet our super special guests, dine on delicious homecooked food, sleep in the incredibly luxurious rooms and learn new crafts and techniques at our exclusive workshops, as seen on Kirstie's Handmade Britain and in Mollie Makes Magazine!

Named as 'The Crochet Queen' by Folksy and now becoming known as Mollie Makes' number one Crochet Tutor, Ruby McGrath, Crochet Designer and owner of Frank&Olive, is one of the country's leading expert workshop leaders.

With secret expert tips and tricks, a friendly and fun atmosphere and beautiful inspiration, Frank&Olive workshops are sure to get you crocheting in no time.

Frank&Olive only use the very best of designer yarns, teach the most effective, easy to follow techniques and don't leave anyone behind, making your experience one to remember. All workshops are optional, and included in your booking (you can find out more about Frank&Olive on the Frank&Olive Crochet Facebook page), so you can either join in, or just kick back and crochet!

Just 4 miles from York city centre, the beautiful, award winning, Deighton Lodge stands in 3 acres of outstanding rural views. This converted farm house offers idyllic lodgings, perfect for a luxury weekend of crochet and relaxation. Tastefully decorated and recently refurbished, Deighton Lodge offers a very warm welcome with a glass of prosecco on arrival with nibbles and a deli board, delicious 3 course meals designed especially for us, full english breakfast and homemade cakes - all cooked by one of York's top chefs.

All bedrooms are luxurious en suite double rooms with a widescreen TV, Free WIFI and spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. There is a personal tea & coffee station with speciality teas and chocolates in each bedroom, perfect for early risers before breakfast.

There is a large, and very comforable, lounge with a cosy log burning stove and grand fireplace, where the workshops will take place. The lounge opens onto a patio and large garden with an idylic outdoor seating area, perfect for an evening glass of wine.

Come and join us for the UK's number one Luxury Crochet Retreat, in association with Mollie Makes, Inside Crochet and LoveCrochet, and sponsored by Rowan, Manuosh, Patons, DMC, Cygnet Yarns, Big Bad Wool, Wool And The Gang and more!

Bookings can be made via the website www.thecrochetretreat.co.uk or you can also contact us with any questions via the Facebook page inbox.

£425 per person, or bring along a friend and save a whopping £150 at just £700 for a double booking - full details can be found on the website.