Abergavenny is set to host the acclaimed touring heritage exhibition, The Longest Yarn: Britain at War, the 80-metre knitting and crochet work that bring Britain’s Second World War story to life.
Taking place at St Mary’s Priory Church and opening on 6 May, the work features detailed handcrafted scenes and life-sized textile figures created by hundreds of volunteers worldwide.
Visitors will journey through key moments of wartime Britain, including evacuation, rationing, the Blitz, military service, and the celebrations of Victory in Europe Day. Carefully researched displays highlight the experiences of ordinary people and the resilience of communities.
Created through a remarkable international community effort, the exhibition showcases thousands of hours of skilled craftsmanship and is expected to be one of Wales’ standout cultural attractions of 2027.
St Mary’s Priory Church provides an impressive setting for the exhibition and adds
to its appeal for visitors seeking cultural experiences. Beyond the exhibition,
Abergavenny offers independent shops, cafés, restaurants and historic attractions, set against the spectacular landscape of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons).
The exhibition will be officially opened by the Most Reverend Cherry Vann, Archbishop of Wales, and further details including opening times and admission information will be released closer to the event.
