A Wing and a Bear

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A Wing and a Bear We are a natural dyeworks, wool shop and craft workshop space located in the heart of the beautiful cathedral city of Durham in Northeast England.

Come and visit our studio down by the River Wear or online. We specialise in British wool and fibres.

We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved dog Nancy, CEO and owner of our studio, died this morning after a short ...
15/10/2026

We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved dog Nancy, CEO and owner of our studio, died this morning after a short illness. We tried all treatments but her little body was just shutting down. Rest in peace precious dog. 💔

It’s been a bit longer than usual since our last post, but the shop has been so busy for which we are very grateful! We...
03/10/2026

It’s been a bit longer than usual since our last post, but the shop has been so busy for which we are very grateful! We were due to take part in Yarnstravaganza over the past week but delivery snafus led to us only receiving our supplies yesterday! So it looks like Yarnstravaganza will be happening a week late for us. But no worries, better late than never—we have five of these lovely project bags courtesy of Groves and UK Hand Knitting to give away in a prize draw. Simply make a purchase of £25 or more sometime between now and next Saturday October 10 and if you wish you will be entered in the draw that will be done at the end of the day next Saturday!

Feeling autumnal 🍂🎃🍁? Then join Freya at A Wing and a Bear on Saturday October 24 from 10am to noon to make two needle ...
18/09/2026

Feeling autumnal 🍂🎃🍁? Then join Freya at A Wing and a Bear on Saturday October 24 from 10am to noon to make two needle felted pumpkins! This class is suitable for complete beginners and all materials are included. To register, visit our website at www.wingandabear.com or stop into the shop!

The studio will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, 8th and 9th September, so that we can have a much neede...
05/09/2026

The studio will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, 8th and 9th September, so that we can have a much needed mini-break. We will be back open as usual on Thursday 10th September. 🍁🍂

My first madder root harvest! (Along with a few dyer’s chamomile flowers). This madder plant is/was around five years ...
30/08/2026

My first madder root harvest! (Along with a few dyer’s chamomile flowers). This madder plant is/was around five years old and growing in a container. Can’t wait to dye with it!

New local spinning fibre! Super soft Bluefaced Leicester sliver by Spinning Through Time from sheep belonging to Diane ...
21/08/2026

New local spinning fibre! Super soft Bluefaced Leicester sliver by Spinning Through Time from sheep belonging to Diane Shadforth near Hartlepool! We’ve also got a wide selection of the softest, silkiest British wool blend braids from Spinning Through Time in stock for autumn.

Our first sock knitting class starts in September! Come along and learn to knit socks my favourite way (toe-up on two c...
15/08/2026

Our first sock knitting class starts in September! Come along and learn to knit socks my favourite way (toe-up on two circular needles) and have some cosy handmade socks for this autumn/winter. This is a three-session class that meets on Saturday from 11-1 on September 12 and 26 and October 10. For more information visit our website at www.wingandabear.com.

10/08/2026

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Address

Unit 5, Fowlers Yard, Back Silver Street
Durham
DH13RA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 5pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5pm
Friday 10:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10:30am - 5pm

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