Walford Mill Crafts in Wimborne has long been recognised as a centre of excellence for contemporary craft and, from 2018, is shifting its focus to encompass the environment and community, building on the 'sense of place' which is so important to all who live and work in the South West.

The historic mill building on the banks of the River Allen houses a shop and gallery offering a wide range of exceptional products handmade by local makers and those from further afield. There are also a number of on-site makers at The Mill, including a silk weaver and printmaker, with more joining soon. With the river on one side and the millstream on the other, the mill grounds provide opportunities for activities for visitors of all ages, or for simply relaxing and watching the wildlife. The popular Millstream Bistro offers delicious refreshments throughout the day.

Walford Mill Education Trust is a registered charity which aims to promote crafts and making through events, classes, and exhibitions and by providing working space for established and emerging makers.

Registered charity no. 1049540.

On Show at The Mill

The Quarterjack Quilters and the Window on Wimborne Quilt

The Quarterjack Quilters started over 30 years ago, when a group of young women interested in sewing started to meet and sew. 

To mark the 30^th anniversary of the group in 2013, it was decided to celebrate by making a quilt to show the assets of Wimborne and reinforce our local connection to the town. A list was drawn up of various places unique to Wimborne and members were asked to choose one to portray in patchwork or quilting.

It has been travelling around Wimborne venues ever since, and in the last two years has been shown in libraries, shops, the Minster, community centres, the Model Town, Merley House, Wimborne Hospital and several other Wimborne venues and is now on show for all to see at Walford Mill.