07/11/2025
In Memories: Game of Wool: Britain’s Best Knitter 🧶🏴
Channel 4’s new competition series, Game of Wool: Britain’s Best Knitter, is set to showcase the UK’s finest knitting talent, hosted by Olympic diver Tom Daley (Tom Daley: Illegal to Be Me). Each week, ten contestants face two challenges: the team-based ‘Big Knit’ builds and the solo ‘Wee Knit’ briefs, crafting everything from wearable clothing and jewelry to furniture, sculptures, and even the occasional yarn-bomb. Set against the scenic backdrop of rural Scotland, the series celebrates the country’s rich wool heritage.
The judging panel features industry heavyweights Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell, known for their work with fashion icons like Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, and Nike, alongside a different celebrity guest judge each episode. With creativity, precision, and flair on display, the competition promises a mix of craftsmanship and drama across its eight hour-long episodes.
The UK premiere is set for Sunday, 2 November at 8pm on Channel 4. While no US premiere date or streaming partner has been announced yet, the show seems perfectly suited to fans of The Great Pottery Throw Down or The Great British Baking Show, blending artistry, competition, and charm for an international audience.