WITTON Street will be overrun with avid knitters next month.

Crafty Stitches will host its annual Yarn Shop Day on May 6, from 9am to 5pm.

There will be lots of activities on the day, including a knitting circle, a raffle and a spot the shark competition.

Sirdar, one of Crafty Stitches’ main suppliers, will be showing off their spring and summer garments in the marquee outside the shop.

There will also be cake and refreshments.

On previous years a free gift was given to the first 100 customers, though this has been stopped for this year’s event.

Louise Hough, from Crafty Stitches urged residents to show their support.

“Come along and have fun,” she said. "People don’t necessarily need to come in the shop, people can come and enjoy a bit of knitting or crochet. We are there to help.

"It is a fun day and there will be cake.”

For more information call 01606 43187.