As part of this year’s national Heritage Open Days, the Framework Knitters Museum is embracing the 2023 theme, ‘Edible England,’ with a unique event that celebrates local flavour—both culinary and cultural.
Drawing inspiration from the incredible local producers we’ve connected with in recent years, our event offers a delicious glimpse into the village’s rich heritage and an exciting preview of what the new museum will offer when it officially opens on October 20th.
Visitors can sample treats from Ruddy Fine Gin Company, whose botanicals are foraged right here in the gardens of Ruddington, and enjoy chutneys and pies from our friends at The Frame Breakers pub. A truly unique highlight is the opportunity to make edible lace using historical patterns from our own collection. This creative activity stems from our Diamond Village project, which brings together artists and local residents to celebrate Ruddington’s deep textile roots. Using scanned and 3D-printed historic lace patterns, guests can mould beautiful icing lace to decorate cakes—bringing history to life in the most delicious way.
Mini tours of the new museum will also be running throughout the day, offering a sneak preview of what’s to come in October.
This is a free event, open to all as part of Heritage Open Days. No booking required—simply sign up for a timed mini tour upon arrival.
