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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · South West England

Stocking Knitting

In or near Ashchurch.

Free admission

Stocking Knitting — a public art in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Well Alley - geograph.org.uk - 8007363

Neil Owen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury · 3.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Stocking Knitting is a public art located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2025

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

The Roses Theatre is a vibrant venue offering a variety of performances including live theatre, music, and community events. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities and workshops, particularly during special events like the Garden Festival.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Stocking Knitting is a public art installation located in the West Midlands. This work reflects the region's historical significance in the textile industry, particularly in the production of stockings. The installation serves as a reminder of the area's industrial heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.9966, -2.1545
County
Gloucestershire
District
Tewkesbury
Parish
Tewkesbury
Postcode
GL20 5NX
Parliamentary constituency
Tewkesbury
Nearest railway station
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury3.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stocking Knitting?
Stocking Knitting is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL20 5NX), in the parish of Tewkesbury.
What is Stocking Knitting?
Stocking Knitting — a public art in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Stocking Knitting?
The nearest railway station is Ashchurch for Tewkesbury, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL20 5NX.
Is Stocking Knitting a protected site?
Yes — Stocking Knitting is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
Is Stocking Knitting free to visit?
Yes, Stocking Knitting is free to enter.
How do I get to Stocking Knitting?
The nearest railway station is Ashchurch for Tewkesbury, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL20 5NX.