Overview
This is another of the visual arts sections for all age groups. This section gives the opportunity for anyone interested in needlework to create their own pieces of work and submit them for adjudication. All pieces of work are then exhibited.
Section secretary
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Needlecraft Syllabus Download
Download the section syllabus here: Needlecraft Syllabus 2026
Individuals 2 entries per person. Nurseries/Pre-School 5 entries. Infant schools 15 entries . Junior Schools 20 entries. Primary schools 35 entries. Secondary Schools and College departments 35 entries.
Each section syllabus includes the rules, conditions of entry, classes and other information. To download the full syllabus containing ALL sections, please see –
Main Syllabus 2026
Dates for the diary
| Needlecraft Entries Accepted | Monday 23rd March 2026 | NB Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU |
| Needlecraft Entries Accepted | Tuesday 24th March 2026 | NB Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU |
| Adjudication | Wednesday 25th March 2026 | |
| Exhibition Opens | Monday 30th March 2026 | NB Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU |
| Exhibition Closes | Monday 6th April 2026 | Please note the exhibition will be closed over Easter Friday 3rd April - Monday 6th April incl. The building MAY open Saturday 4th April, but please check The Atkins website |
| Collection Day | Tuesday 15th April + Wednesday 15th April 2026 | Atkins Building, Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU |
| Presentation of Awards Winners will be notified of exact timings | Wednesday 22nd April 5.30pm -7.30pm | Salvation Army Citadel, 1 Victoria Street, Nuneaton CV11 5QE |