IN PERSON EVENTS 2026
Booking Information
Priority booking is offered to members by sending in your ticket order on the booking form which is sent out with each member's copy of Miscellany. To book please use the booking form sent with Miscellany, or download and print the form at the foot of this page, and return it together with your payment.
If you have any queries you can contact us at [email protected] or telephone: 01603 745766
PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO SPACE RESTRICTIONS/DEMAND SOME EVENTS ARE OFFERED ON TWO ALTERNATIVE DATES
If you have any queries you can contact us at [email protected] or telephone: 01603 745766
PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO SPACE RESTRICTIONS/DEMAND SOME EVENTS ARE OFFERED ON TWO ALTERNATIVE DATES
Enjoy a Crafty Chat
Free Monthly Online Events for C&TA Members
A chance to chat with other members across the world and talk textiles, share ideas and skills.
All are welcome. Whatever textiles turn you on bring along some of your own work, swap ideas, news or photos of a recent exhibition visit.
There's no need to be a maker, just share a passion for fashion and textiles from period dress and vintage to catwalk couture.
Members will be emailed a link prior to each event.
Free Monthly Online Events for C&TA Members
A chance to chat with other members across the world and talk textiles, share ideas and skills.
All are welcome. Whatever textiles turn you on bring along some of your own work, swap ideas, news or photos of a recent exhibition visit.
There's no need to be a maker, just share a passion for fashion and textiles from period dress and vintage to catwalk couture.
Members will be emailed a link prior to each event.
Image from Museo del Traje
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Saturday 17 January 2026
A Revolutionary Designer: Madeleine Vionnet A talk by Joy Evitt on one of Europe's gretest couturiers. A fashion designer whose use of the bias cut and approach to designing changed the shape of fashion, giving women more freedom. Her influence is still seen in fashion today. 2.00pm - 4.00 pm Town Close Auditorium, Norwich Castle Museum Members £8, non-members £10. |
Saturday 7 and 14 February 2-4pm 2026
New Members' Tea Parties
Once again two parties will be necessary due to numbers. This is a chance for new members to meet up with one another and with the committee to exchange ideas and interests.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH
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2.00pm - 4.00 pm
By invitation only. No charge
New Members' Tea Parties
Once again two parties will be necessary due to numbers. This is a chance for new members to meet up with one another and with the committee to exchange ideas and interests.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH
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2.00pm - 4.00 pm
By invitation only. No charge
Saturday 14th March 2026
Courtauld/Sanderson Ancestral Range A talk by John miners, Textile Consultant with Courtauld. The collection was conceived during the second World War and launched in 1952. It was possibly the first commercial collection of furnishing textiles taken from original fabrics in historic houses. The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH. 2pm - 4.00 pm Members £8, non-members £10. |
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Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Costume Detective Workshop - 'From Loop not Loom'
An investigation into the influence of knitted fabric on fashion. In this workshop session Isobel and Joy will be providing an in depth look into the development, use and diversity of looped or knitted fabrics and their profound influence on fashion over the past century.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
10am - 4.00 pm. All day workshop
Members £40, non-members £45.
Costume Detective Workshop - 'From Loop not Loom'
An investigation into the influence of knitted fabric on fashion. In this workshop session Isobel and Joy will be providing an in depth look into the development, use and diversity of looped or knitted fabrics and their profound influence on fashion over the past century.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
10am - 4.00 pm. All day workshop
Members £40, non-members £45.
Saturday 23rd May 2026
AGM followed by talk:
'Threads of Connection'
The AGM is followed by a talk from Holly Sandiford, Director and Facilitator at ArtatWork CIC, who will tell us about an inspiring three-year initiative aimed at improving wellbeing through the exploration of Norwich’s rich textile and fashion heritage. Focusing on three key periods—1600 to 1750, 1750 to 1900, and 1900 to the present day—this project engages participants in a creative journey that intertwines history, art, and mental wellbeing.Participants include men and women with mental health challenges or just need a boost to their wellbeing, and adults with learning disabilities. Through practical workshops, such as spinning, weaving, natural dyeing, and museum visits, participants will gain both heritage knowledge and creative skills. A variety of engaging activities, like guided walks, talks, and heritage research methods, will further enhance their connection to local history.
Town Close Auditorium, Norwich Castle Museum
1.30pm - 4.00 pm
Members £8, non-members £10.
AGM followed by talk:
'Threads of Connection'
The AGM is followed by a talk from Holly Sandiford, Director and Facilitator at ArtatWork CIC, who will tell us about an inspiring three-year initiative aimed at improving wellbeing through the exploration of Norwich’s rich textile and fashion heritage. Focusing on three key periods—1600 to 1750, 1750 to 1900, and 1900 to the present day—this project engages participants in a creative journey that intertwines history, art, and mental wellbeing.Participants include men and women with mental health challenges or just need a boost to their wellbeing, and adults with learning disabilities. Through practical workshops, such as spinning, weaving, natural dyeing, and museum visits, participants will gain both heritage knowledge and creative skills. A variety of engaging activities, like guided walks, talks, and heritage research methods, will further enhance their connection to local history.
Town Close Auditorium, Norwich Castle Museum
1.30pm - 4.00 pm
Members £8, non-members £10.
Saturday 20th June 2026
Two for the Price of One.
A visit to London taking in the Fashion and Textile Museum and the William Morris Gallery
Group entry. Entry tickets and coach travel included in the price.
The Coach will depart from Castle Meadow at 8.00am and will also pick up from B&Q Hall Road at 8.15am. There will be a stop for coffee at Newmarket en route and we shall leave London at 4.30pm.
Members £50, non-members £55. Entry tickets and coach travel included in the price.
Saturday 11th july 2026 'Fashion Revolution' a presentation by the History Wardrobe Team An investigation into the life of Marie Antoinette and her influence on protest, modesty and consumption in the France of her day. The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH. 2.00pm - 4.00 pm. Members £20, non-members £22. |
Marie Antoinette, by
Elizabeth Vigée-Le Brun Versailles Museum
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Saturday 5th September 2026
Pamela Clabburn Memorial Lecture
"The Magic and Mystery of the Norwich Shawl'
A talk by Judy Wentworth, an expert in historical textiles. This is a chance to discover the history of a shawl that has been hidden away for years. Judy has done extensive research on a particularly intricately woven shawl that has only recently emerged from storage.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
2.00pm - 4.00 pm.
Members £5, non-members £10. This meeting is sponsored by the Clabburn Family.
Pamela Clabburn Memorial Lecture
"The Magic and Mystery of the Norwich Shawl'
A talk by Judy Wentworth, an expert in historical textiles. This is a chance to discover the history of a shawl that has been hidden away for years. Judy has done extensive research on a particularly intricately woven shawl that has only recently emerged from storage.
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
2.00pm - 4.00 pm.
Members £5, non-members £10. This meeting is sponsored by the Clabburn Family.
Saturday 10th October 2026
Vintage and Craft Fair Saturday
We invite memvers to come along to do some special, early Christmas shopping at a fair that will include vintage and craft fabrics, vintage clothing, C&TA books, cards and gifts. A range of light refreshments will also be available to purchase.
*Members wishing to hire a stall should contact Barbara via email: [email protected]
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
10.00am - 4.00 pm
Entry £1 (which includes a raffle ticket) payable on the door.
Saturday 10th October 2026
Vintage and Craft Fair Saturday
We invite memvers to come along to do some special, early Christmas shopping at a fair that will include vintage and craft fabrics, vintage clothing, C&TA books, cards and gifts. A range of light refreshments will also be available to purchase.
*Members wishing to hire a stall should contact Barbara via email: [email protected]
The Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5AH.
10.00am - 4.00 pm
Entry £1 (which includes a raffle ticket) payable on the door.
Saturday 24th October 2026
A visit to 'Fabulous Schiaparelli' exhibition at the V&A*
A chance to view this long awaited exhibition of Schiaparelli's legendary contribution to the world of fashion. You will be dropped off and collected from the steps of the V&A.
The Coach will depart from Castle Meadow at 8.00am and will also pick up from B&Q Hall Road at 8.15am. There will be a stop for coffee at Newmarket en route and we shall leave London at 4.30pm.
Members £50, non-members £55 - *This covers coach travel ONLY. Members should book their own tickets for the exhibition and are advised to book from 12 noon onwards in case of delay on route.
A visit to 'Fabulous Schiaparelli' exhibition at the V&A*
A chance to view this long awaited exhibition of Schiaparelli's legendary contribution to the world of fashion. You will be dropped off and collected from the steps of the V&A.
The Coach will depart from Castle Meadow at 8.00am and will also pick up from B&Q Hall Road at 8.15am. There will be a stop for coffee at Newmarket en route and we shall leave London at 4.30pm.
Members £50, non-members £55 - *This covers coach travel ONLY. Members should book their own tickets for the exhibition and are advised to book from 12 noon onwards in case of delay on route.
Saturday 21st November 2026
'May Morris and the Glasgow Girls, and the influence of the Arts & Crafts movement on Fashion'.
A presentation by The History Wardrobe's Meredith Towne and her Mum featuring the fashion associated with this exciting art movement, with a seasonal twist. An amusing way to begin the Christmas season, followed by afternoon tea.
At the Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, Norwich NR8 5 AH
2.00pm - 4.00 pm.
Members £20, non-members £22.
'May Morris and the Glasgow Girls, and the influence of the Arts & Crafts movement on Fashion'.
A presentation by The History Wardrobe's Meredith Towne and her Mum featuring the fashion associated with this exciting art movement, with a seasonal twist. An amusing way to begin the Christmas season, followed by afternoon tea.
At the Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, Norwich NR8 5 AH
2.00pm - 4.00 pm.
Members £20, non-members £22.
Saturday 12th December 2026
Christmas Workshop
Once again Joy and Mandy will be showing members how to make an imaginative selection of Christmas decorations and gifts.
at the Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5 AH.
2.00 to 4.00pm.
Members £12, non-members £15.
Christmas Workshop
Once again Joy and Mandy will be showing members how to make an imaginative selection of Christmas decorations and gifts.
at the Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, NR8 5 AH.
2.00 to 4.00pm.
Members £12, non-members £15.
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Download and print BOOKING FORM... |
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Locations of Norwich Castle Museum Norwich,
Duke Street Lecture Theatre, Norwich
The Costessey Centre, Costessey, Norwich
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You can catch a Number 23 Red Line bus between Norwich and Costessey, click here for more details. If any members have difficulty with transport to/from an event, please contact us and we will endeavour to find a 'lift-buddy' local to you. [email protected] or telephone 01603 745766 |