The Big Flock 2026

Exhibitor Application Form

Thank you for your interest in participating in The Big Flock Yarn Festival 2026: May 16-17 (set up on Friday 15 May). The show is open to the public on Saturday 16 May 9.30am-5pm and Sunday 17 May 9.30am - 4pm.

We are so excited to be able to run our second Big Flock festival, following the success of The Big Flock 2025 and having run quarterly Flock gatherings for lovers of yarn from across the South West, for a number of years.

There is such a vibrant, creative community in Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, Cardiff and across the South West and Midlands, which we want to bring together, here in Bristol, just off the M32.

As dyers of hand-dyed yarn and vendors ourselves at other yarn events, we wanted to create an event which is a very positive experience, for both vendors and everyone who comes along.

Therefore, we are limiting the number of stalls to 44; keeping good space and an enjoyable environment throughout the great venue of Bristol UWE Enterprise Park 1. This is an accessible, contemporary venue, with everything on one site.

We were so thrilled with everyone who took part in the first ever Big Flock, in May this year. They helped to create such a friendly, special atmosphere;

“it was one of the best shows I've exhibited at… I thought the organisation and communication were excellent. You seemed to have thought of everything and both traders and visitors seemed to have a great weekend. The show had a lovely friendly atmosphere and the facilities and location were great.” Second City Yarns

For TBF 2026, we are expecting to be inundated with applications, as we have already had many makers contacting us. As a very curated show, each year we start from scratch. Please do not be offended if your application one year may be unsuccessful; whilst we very much aim to keep the atmosphere and welcoming vibe of 2025, we also want to ensure there is always something new, whilst retaining a great balance and range, for customers to enjoy.

 We invite you to apply to join us in The Big Flock 2026; we are confident that, together, we can create a wonderful celebration of all things yarnie!

 Please complete the following application form below, to apply for a stall.

The Big Flock is a curated yarn festival, aiming to celebrate diverse makers and designers of high-quality yarn, fibre, garments and accessories. We want to create a warm, welcoming and accessible space for anyone to enjoy yarn and time spent together with others from our creative community.

All applications will be considered against these criteria, to curate the best yarn show possible, aligned with our core values of Quality, Community and Diversity.

As well as aiming for a range of products and services that reflect the richness and creativity within the yarn industry, we encourage applications from a diverse range of people, reflecting the richness that diversity brings to our community.

Essential Criteria

  • High quality product

  • Ability to add to the diverse range of stalls for customers to enjoy

  • Positive social media presence

Desireable Criteria

  • Location within 100 miles, or commitment to offset carbon footprint of travel

  • Commitment to eco-friendly practices

  • Ability to run an engaging and inspiring workshop

We look forward to welcoming you to The Big Flock 2026!

Many thanks for applying,

Jon and Clare Bird