Farfield Mill has a small team of 15 employees and many volunteers, all of whom come from varying backgrounds and offer the Mill a diverse range of knowledge and skills. If you are interested in working at the Mill as an employee or volunteer, please see further information of positions vacant and details of how to apply.
Emerging Weaver – Paid Creative Development Opportunity
Are you a recent graduate or early-career artist or maker looking to develop your creative practice? Farfield Mill is offering an exciting 15-week paid placement as part of our Weaving Futures programme. Based in our historic Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales, you’ll have the opportunity to explore traditional and contemporary weaving, experiment with new ideas and develop your own work. With specialist tuition, mentoring, dedicated workspace and access to weaving equipment, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills, grow your portfolio and take the next step in your creative career.
30 hours per week | 15 weeks | Paid at National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to find out more or arrange an informal chat.
Contact General Manager, Anna Saczek on 01539 621958 or by email manager@farfieldmill.org
Farfield Mill’s Emerging Weaver Placement has been made possible thanks to the generous support of The Radcliffe Trust, helping to nurture emerging talent and support the next generation of skilled weavers.
Volunteer Role: Painting & Decorating Volunteer
We are looking for hands-on volunteers to help maintain and improve the appearance of Farfield Mill. This role involves basic painting and decorating tasks that help keep the building welcoming, safe, and visually appealing for visitors, artists, and staff.
No formal qualifications are required—just a practical attitude and willingness to get involved.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to find out more or arrange an informal chat.
Contact General Manager, Anna Saczek on 01539 621958 or by email manager@farfieldmill.org
