A Thread Through History
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Discover us at the-longest-yarn.com. We knitted and crocheted The Longest Day in time for the 80th Anniversary, June 6th 2024, 80 meters in 3D representing 80 years and the 80 day Battle of Normandy before they got to liberate Paris... this then toured the U.K. to include Ireland, we attracted 250,000 visitors! This work is now in USA for a year ... in the meantime we have undertaken a second one! This one is called Britain at War, presently being rolled out gradually with the full 80 meters along with our Army of Duty Calls figures will be unveiled 3rd September 2025 at Southwell Minster Nottinghamshire.
Knitted and Crocheted, two 80 metre 3D displays:
D Day & Britain at War
Created with guidance from historians retained by the project, to be historically accurate, each scene has been selected by the creator to depict the story of this momentous day in history, each scene unique and made with care.
With some of the scenes dedicated and depicting actual WW2 veterans that were in the theatre of war here in Normandy on 6th June.
Britain at War is a study on social history how Britain coped during those dark days between 3rd September 1939 to VE Day 8th May 1945
Get Ready to Visit!
Britain at War
Southwell Minster
September 3, 2025 9:00am – 27, 2025 5:00pm
Booking a timed ticket in advance is strongly recommended. Secure your spot by clicking here.
Free entry – a suggested donation of £5 is kindly appreciated upon arrival.
Opening times
Sundays: 12*-2pm (*12.30pm on Sunday 14 September)
Mondays: 12-4pm
Tuesdays-Saturdays: 10am-4pm
Dates to note:
As a working church, our services will continue throughout the duration of the display. Monday mornings have been set aside for any funerals and so may be opened up for booking closer to the time if no funerals are planned.
Thursday 25 September - the last bookable session is at 2pm due to a concert rehearsal.
Updated on 1 September 2025; information is correct to our knowledge. Please check the venue website before your visit.
Britain at War has begun its tour across the UK, with new panels and life-sized characters being added at each stop. The full collection of 80 panels will be revealed at Southwell Minster this September.
Click the title button above to view the complete list of upcoming venues.
Generally the Longest Yarn exhibition is free to attend. However, some venues may request a small fee or donation to help cover their operating costs. Your support means the world to us, and purchasing our guidebook is a wonderful way to contribute, as it serves as our main source of funding.
Planning your visit is easy! Simply click here for all the information you need.
D-Day
Our D-Day 80-panel exhibition, featuring the life-sized hero Screaming Eagle Reg Alexander, is now touring the USA for an entire year.
4 September to October 27th 2025
World War II American Experience Museum
Opening times
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday :12pm-4pm
Tuesday :Group venue rental and tours by appointment.
Please check before planning your visit:
845 Crooked Creek Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
717.253.3414
WWII American Experience - World War II American Experience
***Curious about the next stop on The Longest Yarn D-Day
American tour? Simply click the title button above to find out!***
In 2026, the D-Day exhibition will return to its permanent home in Carentan, France.
Help Us Out
We are a non-profit association, fully self-funded to bring this exhibition to life, and we can’t do it without your support! Every contribution—big or small—makes a meaningful impact in helping us achieve our mission. By supporting us, you’re not just funding an exhibition; you’re becoming an essential part of a community effort to celebrate creativity, culture, and human connection. Your generosity helps cover crucial costs such as travel boxes and transportation, ensuring we can create an inspiring experience for everyone involved.
In addition, we are committed to giving back by donating all surplus funds to support veteran and assistance dog charities. Together, we can make a difference!
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