That’s a wrap!

The astonishing month-long World War II exhibition that has thrilled thousands of visitors to Welshpool for the month of September has drawn to a close.

The Longest Yarn has been hailed as a “great success” by its lead organiser, Alan Crowe, who has spent several years trying to convince its owners to bring the stunning knitted works to Welshpool.

It proved hugely positive, and provided Welshpool with a hefty economic boost with people travelling from across the UK, Europe and even Australia and New Zealand. Many stayed in accommodation in and around the town as part of the trip.

“Before you know it, Welshpool Longest Yarn exhibition month is over and all packed up and away,” said Mr Crowe, who is also the driving force behind the 1940s Weekend.

“My sincere thanks to everyone that has made the month such a great success, those that helped get it in and take it down, the stewards, doorkeepers, the refreshment staff, the various organisations that hosted days.

“Having the exhibition was a major scoop for Welshpool, attracting people from all over the UK, Europe as well as New Zealand and Australia. Which, in turn, has put quite a bit of money into the local economy.”

The Longest Yard will move on to another destination for a month long showing elsewhere in the UK, while we await to see what Mr Crowe may be planning next for Welshpool.