The Woolly Thistle 3-Night 10th Anniversary Retreat
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The Woolly Thistle 3-Night 10th Anniversary Retreat is fully booked!
All available spots for our 10th Anniversary, 3 Night Retreat are now full! Thank you so much for the incredible response! If you’d like to be added to the waitlist in case of any cancellations, please email us at info@thewoollythistle.com and we’ll be happy to add you and let you know about more events in the future like this one. To everyone who registered for this year's retreat, we can’t wait to see you in July!
July 9 – July 12 | Norwich, Vermont
Join us for an immersive knitting retreat designed for connection, craftsmanship, and quiet luxury. Spend three unforgettable nights at the historic Norwich Inn while enjoying exceptional instruction, curated experiences, and meaningful time with The Woolly Thistle team.
Over the course of the weekend, you’ll enjoy inspiring classes with two beloved designers, exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences, wonderful food, and plenty of relaxed knitting time with fellow wool lovers.
Retreat capacity is limited to 48 guests to keep the experience personal and meaningful.
What Makes This Retreat Special
During the retreat you’ll enjoy:
- Three nights of refined comfort at the historic Norwich Inn
- Two thoughtfully curated classes, one with Gudrun Johnston and one with Kristin Drysdale
- An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Junction Fiber Mill
- Private Woolly Thistle tour & intimate shopping experience
- A sparkling champagne welcome toast
- After-dinner knitting circles filled with laughter and inspiration
- A beautifully curated swag bag of exclusive treasures
- Daily breakfast, lunches, and two memorable dinners
- Unhurried time with Corinne, Maggie, and the Woolly Thistle team
All of the information for this event, including activities, accommodations, payment and cancellation information is outlined in the TWT Retreat Information Sheet.
Retreat Investment & Payment
Please note, only an $850 deposit is charged at checkout to reserve your spot.
The remaining balance will be invoiced in two additional payments:
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Second payment: April 18, 2026
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Final payment: May 15, 2026
Your deposit is applied toward the full retreat cost and secures your reservation.
Because this event requires advance reservations for lodging, instructors, and experiences, the $850 deposit is non-refundable.
Retreat Details
Dates: July 9 (check-in beginning at 4 PM) – July 12 (late morning departure)
Location: Norwich Inn (Norwich, Vermont)
Skill Level: Adventurous beginner and beyond.
Guests are responsible for their own travel to Norwich, Vermont and between Retreat locations. We encourage car pooling.
A Truly Special Gathering
This retreat is more than a weekend away — it’s a chance to step inside the world of The Woolly Thistle, learn from exceptional teachers, and share meaningful time with fellow knitters who love wool as much as you do.
We cannot wait to welcome you!