We believe diversity matters and should be celebrated. We wish to create a warm, welcoming environment for all lovers of yarn; encouraging a sense of belonging and community. Everybody will be valued, welcomed and respected. 

The Big Flock encourages a supportive and inclusive culture in our event. We aim to promote diversity and actively oppose discrimination.

Inclusion

Our aim is to ensure that all visitors, vendors, creators, designers, staff and volunteers are given equal opportunity and that our event is representative of all sections of society, where possible.

The venue is fully accessible, with ramped entrance, all stalls on one level and quiet rooms available for any who may need time out from a busy festival.

This Inclusion policy demonstrates our commitment to equality and fairness to all involved in The Big Flock. We aim to ensure that no-one experiences less favourable facilities or treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.

We are opposed to all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. 

When selecting designers and makers, it is on the basis of their aptitude and ability, seeking to showcase some of the talent within the fibre community.

We actively encourage the promotion of bipoc designers and makers, to celebrate diversity and help to break down barriers and counter under-representation.

The Big Flock commits:

• To create a friendly environment that promotes dignity and respect for everybody.

• Not to tolerate any form of intimidation, harassment or discrimination.

• To promote equality.

• To encourage anyone who feels they have been subject to discrimination here to raise their concerns, with The Big Flock Team, so that we can act appropriately.

• To regularly review all our practices and procedures, so that fairness is actively promoted.

Accessibility

• 200+ free parking spaces with blue badge parking near the entrance and space for coaches and vans

• fully accessible venue for those with mobility aids, with ramped access, as well as steps and one level for the whole event

• 3m wide aisles as a minimum

• assistance dogs welcome

• quiet rooms available

• carer tickets available

• several accessible toilets

• plenty of seating

• hot and cold food options with consideration to allergies, intolerances and preferences