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Taster Weaving Workshop
Programme: Arrive to a 4 shaft loom warped with approximately a metre of yarn ready for you to start weaving. Choose a weft colour or colours from the yarns selected...
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Book a Mill Tour
Book a Classic Guided Tour First listed as the 'Wauk Mill' in parish records from 1784, uncover the history of the Woolmill with one of our expert guides and...
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Teasels
Teasels are a thistle like plant that have, historically, played an integral part in the finishing process of woven goods and are still used today. Above are photographs of...
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The Muckle Spate and The 1945 Flood.
On 4th August, 1829 a catastrophe struck Knockando when one of the most severe British floods, known locally as the Muckle Spate, devastated a swathe of the north east...
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The Knockando Knot Restoration
The Knockando Knot is a 10 foot long wooden carving of a knotted length of yarn and can be found in front of the entrance of the Old Mill. The piece...
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Wrap up in Merino Lambswool
Al fresco dining and long summer evenings are here.
Discover our range of Merino Lambswool throws.
Beautifully soft and ready to snuggle under or wrap up in.
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The Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Visit
Last month we were delighted to welcome the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club,giving them an exclusive tour of our site. We were pleased host such a prestigious group and...
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Wedding Season is Here
Wedding Season is here! Crafted from merino lambswool, our Lunan Throw in Mist makes a beautiful wedding gift! The delicate shade of grey adds a touch of tranquility to home...
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Whisky Festival - Tour & Tasting
As part of the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, experience a Guided Tour of Knockando Woolmill with one of our specialist tour guides! Discover the social history of the Mill,...
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Our Winnie Hat
Named after Winnie (Winifred) Stewart who worked in the Old Mill Shop and office. Winnie took over this role from Emma Smith after she broke her leg in the...
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Winter at the Mill
It's been a wintery start to the year here at Knockando. Featured, a couple of aerial shots of the Mill and the beautiful surrounding area covered in a blanket of...
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Merry Christmas from the Mill
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Strathspey Tweed: Restock
We are excited to announce we have restocked 3 of our Strathspey Tweeds. At 680gsm per metre, our Strathspey Tweed is a wonderfully robust fabric suitable for clothing, upholstery, curtains and carpet....
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Waterwheel Restoration
Any recent visitors to the Mill this year will have noticed that our much loved waterwheel has been out of commission. The photo above shows the wheel fully restored in...
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The Knockando Knot
Any visitors to the Woolmill, or even those who have only experienced it through photos on the internet, can’t help to have noticed “the Knockando Knot”. As you “Mind Yer...
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Sign up to our Newsletter!
Would you like to receive occasional news messages from the Mill? Sign up to our newsletter for the chance to win a Mint Herringbone Teddy Bear! *Competition now closed* Congratulations to our...
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Become a Trustee
The Mill is looking for new Trustees. Do you have experience that you feel might be valuable to the Trust in its charitable work? If so, please contact us at...
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On The Move
JOY
This collection is heading for the door.
Layer up before they are gone!
Scarves now £75.00
Throws now £250.00
SHOP NOW
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A complimentary gift, from Knockando
Over the next week enjoy a complimentary gift of a Knockando tweed pencil case worth £21.00 with purchases over £100.00! Have a favourite? Quote which design you would like in...
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Classroom Transformation
When visiting the Mill this year you will be able to enjoy our newly refurbished classroom! Situated separately from the main site the space is an ideal place from which...
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Watercolour of Knockando House by J.M.Grant
Here we have a short piece by Graeme Stewart, who's father, Duncan, worked in the Mill for many years. We are fortunate to have Mr Stewart as one of our Trustees. He has a...
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The Mill From Above
Our beautiful Mill captured from above
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Take a look at our Gallery page for more aerial photographs and video.
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Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival - Tour & Tasting
We had a great day on Monday for our Tour & Tasting Event as part of the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival. Special thanks to Tamdhu Distillery for kindly donating...
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All in the Detail
Creating Luxury Pieces That Last Our Knockando Gilets have been beautifully constructed to ensure finishing of the highest standard. Lined with luxuriously soft satin carefully selected to compliment each Strathspey...
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Tea For Two❤️
Treat a loved one to a coffee date at Knockando Woolmill this summer! Offered in a relaxed and friendly environment, Red Roof Coffee specialises in tea, freshly brewed premium coffee...
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New Year, New Products
New Year, New Products! KNOCKANDO GILETS Produced using our renowned Strathspey Tweed, featuring a leather trim collar, pockets and button fastening. Classic and sophisticated, our Knockando gilets have been expertly...
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Merry Christmas!
We would like to thank you, our lovely customers and visitors, for all of your wonderful support this year! We look forward to sharing exciting new plans and products for 2022...
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September Savings
September Savings have arrived with 50% off all Whisper of Cashmere scarves. This is a luxurious limited-edition collection of exquisite, soft and beautifully woven scarves with three innovative designs inspired...
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The Knockando Tartan
Our distinctive Knockando Tartan was created to celebrate the restoration of Knockando Woolmill and its long weaving tradition. The design is inspired by our iconic Mill window, with one large...
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A Knockando Kitchen
A KNOCKANDO KITCHEN Add a splash of vibrant colour to your kitchen and dining areas this summer with our beautiful Knockando Pottery. Featuring our distinctive Knockando Tartan design, each piece...
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Spring Wish List
FRESH SCENTS Spring clean completed? Time to relax and fill your home with the soothing scents of our Home Candle range, including Croft, Lavender Spa and Clover! Encased in open glass...
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Our Story
As we prepare for our 11th season open to the public we reflect on our achievements and events over the last 10 years! 2012 In the year 2000, the Knockando...
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Fancy yourself as a poet?
R o b e r t B u r n s D a y Today marks the 263rd birthday of Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns also known familiarly as...
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How to make a Throw Cape
Do you have an old throw gathering dust at the back of your cupboard? Here is a fun and simple activity to give your blanket a new lease of life by...
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Happy New Year!
We hope that you have all had an enjoyable and relaxing break over the festive season. Captured above, a picturesque winter scene of the Mill welcomed us last week to start off 2022. Things are quiet...
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Merry Christmas from Knockando ✨
As this year draws to a close, we would like to thank you, our lovely customers and visitors, for all of your continued support! The Mill's office and site will...
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Quality that Lasts!
Our Strathspey Tweed is renowned for its beautifully soft yet hardwearing quality and this makes it a brilliant choice for clothing. A tweed garment is a staple for the wardrobe and a...
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In time for Christmas!
With Christmas fast approaching, we've put together a list of the last shipping dates to ensure your Knockando gift arrives in time for the big day🎁 Last UK posting dates for Christmas 2021 Monday...
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Christmas Shopping Event
You are warmly welcomed to our Christmas Shopping Event at the Mill on Thursday, 9th December from 4:00pm - 7:00pm. Christmas shopping done in one! Peruse our wide array of new and existing products...
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Winter at the Mill
Even as the days shorten, Knockando Woolmill remains a magical place. Although picturesque, winters past have been particularly cold and challenging. Production at the Mill was an all year round activity,...
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WIN A LUXURY HAMPER!
With Halloween creeping up, it's all TREATS on offer at the Mill. We are giving one lucky individual the chance to WIN a luxury Knockando hamper! Brimming with goodies our hamper...
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Products to 'Fall' in love with 🧡
Autumn - perhaps Scotland's most colourful season, where yellows, rusts and reds blend and deepen, heralding the end of the summer months. Here are some of our season favourites, available online...
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End of Summer Season 🧶🍃
This Friday marks the end of our official Summer Season! From Monday 6th September we will return to limited opening hours with the Mill's site, retail shop and historic buildings available to view every...
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Caring for Quality
Here at Knockando, we pride ourselves on creating exclusive, luxury products that stand the test of time and even improve with age! We are frequently asked by our customers on how to...
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Knockando's Summer Sale is Here
Knockando's Summer Sale has Landed📣 Find all your wishlist favourites from past collections and take advantage of our Summer Sale with up to 50% off selected items! Hurry! Limited stocks available End Midnight,...
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Decorative uses for Tweed
STRATHSPEY TWEED Tweed is timelessly classic so a great choice if you are looking to revamp your interior space! Our luxury Strathspey tweed is renowned for its durable, heavyweight...
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The Mill House
The Woolmill House JM Grant's watercolour of the Woolmill site in 1905. Emma and James Smith, 1929 Pillars of the Community When James and Emma moved into their newly-built Woolmill...
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NEW - Classic Charcoal Throw
Delivering on style and comfort, you can't go wrong with our Classic Charcoal Throw! Featuring a plain weave design and finished with super soft tassels, our new lambswool cover makes for an elegant addition...
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The Waterwheel
This overshot waterwheel came secondhand from nearby Pitchroy in the mid-1860s. The waterwheel drove machinery with the help of a paraffin engine until 1949 when mains electricity replaced waterpower. The above...
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A Warm Welcome Back
We are delighted to be reopening to the public on Monday, 3rd May. The Mill's site, retail shop and historic buildings will be available to view from 10:00am -...