Britain at War

A study of Britain from 3rd September 1939 to VE Day, 8th May 1945. Covering all aspects of life: rationing, evacuees, the blitz, grim headlines during Britain’s darkest hour, ending in the euphoria of peace.

The first panels made their debut at Wonderwool in Wales in April 2025. The remaining panels will be revealed gradually, leading up to the grand unveiling of all 80 panels on 3rd September 2025 at Southwell Minster.

Britain at War tour dates

Our agenda is flexible and subject to periodic updates.

Britain at War is a traveling exhibition that demands meticulous logistical planning. For this reason, exact dates and venue locations are announced closer to each event's opening. To ensure a smooth visit, we recommend verifying venue details beforehand. Where available, we've provided direct links to the hosting venues for your convenience.

Britain at War showcases 80 engaging panels alongside a cast of life-sized characters, each representing key figures who played pivotal roles during the war.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

The Longest Yarn exhibition is free to attend — we're committed to making this experience open to everyone.

However, we operate with no formal funding, and rely on public generosity to keep the project touring. We suggest a £5 donation, which helps with essential travel and setup costs.

In return, you'll receive a complimentary pocket guide to help you navigate and understand the key themes of the exhibition.

For those who'd like to support us further, we also offer our beautifully produced full guidebook for £15 — packed with photos, in-depth stories behind the panels, and introductions to the incredible crafters who brought the project to life.

Your support keeps us on the road, one stitch at a time.

Planning your visit is easy! Simply click here for all the information you need.

Britain at War is currently hosted at Blackburn Cathedral until Saturday 7th February 2026.

For details on opening hours, parking options, accessibility features, and refreshments available, please click the links below or visit our homepage

https://www.blackburncathedral.com/visit/plan-your-visit/

The Longest Yarn II - Britain at War at Blackburn Cathedral

Updated on 5 January 2026; the information is accurate to our knowledge, but we advise verifying details on the official venue website before visiting.