A Festival of the Rich Heritage & Art of Rug & Quilt Making
Immerse yourself in the world of historical crafts at Warton's Rug & Quilt Festival 2026. Experience the perfect blend of tradition and innovation in over 100 exhibits. Everyone welcome.
This event is organised entirely by local volunteers. All proceeds go to St Oswald's Church Restoration Fund.
6-12 JULY 2026
ST OSWALD'S CHURCH, WARTON, CARNFORTH LA5 9PG
Thank you!
Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to make this event happen and to all those who visited. So much work went into organising and running this event, entirely voluntarily, including the pop up cafe, floral displays, marketing, stewarding and not to mention the stunning exhibits lovingly made by groups and individuals
All proceeds have been donated to St Oswald's Church Restoration Fund
It's not too late to donate
Events
In addition to the exhibition:
Crook Morris Dancers
Tuesday 7 July - 7.15pm
After the later opening on Tuesday 7 July this folk dance performance will take place just down Main Street outside The Malt Shovel (weather permitting)
Mary & Joh (Local Folk Duo)
Wednesday 8 July & Friday 10 July
Mary and Joh will perform a selection of well-known folk songs in church while you browse the exhibits.
The Red Cats (Instrumental Folk Band)
Saturday 11 July - 1.30pm - 2.30pm
The Red Cats will be performing in church whilst you browse the exhibits.
Stone The Crows Border Morris
Sunday 12 July - 12.30pm & 2.30pm
Stone the Crows Border Morris will be dancing outside The Malt Shovel, Main Street (weather permitting)
Explore the Traditions of Rug & Quilt Making
"The humble rag rug was part of cottage and farm interiors as well as the terraced houses in the industrial towns of the north. Cold stone floors were warmed and brightened by scraps of fabric fashioned into these cheerful home items, sometimes put together as a social or family activity and sometimes as a careful work of art depicting animals, flowers or events. Usually worn out and thrown away not destined to become family heirlooms."
Explore the Traditions of Rug & Quilt Making
"The humble rag rug was part of cottage and farm interiors as well as the terraced houses in the industrial towns of the north. Cold stone floors were warmed and brightened by scraps of fabric fashioned into these cheerful home items, sometimes put together as a social or family activity and sometimes as a careful work of art depicting animals, flowers or events. Usually worn out and thrown away not destined to become family heirlooms."
"The humble rag rug was part of cottage and farm interiors as well as the terraced houses in the industrial towns of the north. Cold stone floors were warmed and brightened by scraps of fabric fashioned into these cheerful home items, sometimes put together as a social or family activity and sometimes as a careful work of art depicting animals, flowers or events. Usually worn out and thrown away not destined to become family heirlooms."
Explore the Traditions of Rug & Quilt Making
