The Knitted Bible Exhibition is coming to town

After a long year of waiting, planning and preparation we are pleased to share the news that the Knitted Bible Exhibition will open to the public at Market Harborough Congregational Church from Sunday 14th June at 2pm to Wednesday 24th June. There is no charge for admission to the exhibition (though any donations are split 50% to the DEC, 50% to Jubilee Foodbank, Bower House and the Cube) and there is no need to book. There is limited on street parking available and a Council car park behind the church. We're at the top of the High Street, so just a short walk from the Square.

The Exhibition is an amazing display of over 30 hand knitted Biblical scenes from both the Old & New Testaments of the Bible and will be of interest to all ages, knitters and none knitters of all age groups. Come and see stories you learned in Sunday School, as well as one's not so familiar. A great way to spend some time whether you're coming solo, in a group or bringing kids or grandkids. Crafters - how would you have done things differently? Sensory opportunities available too.

If you are not familiar with the Knitted Bible Exhibition, it is a series of Biblical stories and scenes brought to life by a group of very clever and talented knitters from St George’s United Reformed Church in Hartlepool. The church group started by knitting just the Last Supper in 2008 and project just grew and grew as people got enthusiastic to make more scenes. It's been featured in the Guardian newspaper as well as countless local press.

The Exhibition is available to churches around the country and there is quite a waiting list to host it, we have waited a year at Market Harborough Congregational Church.

As well as the actual exhibition there will be some activities with wool to try out for those who wish to have a go, e.g. Giant French Knitting and wool spinning. There's quizzes, colouring and prizes. There will be some Bible story sessions

The exhibition opening times are Sun 14th June 2-4pm, Mon 15th 10-12 & 2-4pm, Wed 17th 10am-12 & 3.30-5.30pm, Thurs 18th 10am-12 & 5-7pm, Fri 19th 2-4pm & 6-8pm, Sat 20th 10am-1pm, where we also have our famous 'On the Steps' craft activities for kids with coffee morning for everyone. Last day is Wed 24th for any pre-booked groups by arrangement [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to our church to visit the Exhibition. Margaret Nash, Church Member and member of the Organising Committee