At Gilnockie Gift Shop, we take pride in supporting the economic growth of our community. That’s why all of our unique gifts are sourced as locally as possible, right here around Gilnockie Tower. From handmade crafts to artisan designed goods, every item in our shop reflects the rich heritage and artistry of our local heritage. By choosing to shop with us, you are not only taking home a piece of our local culture but also contributing to the prosperity of our area. Thank you for supporting local businesses and helping our community thrive.
Naturally Blended Grey 4ply – 50g Ball
A Yarn with Story and Character
Inspired by the wild hills and valleys of the Scottish Borders, our Naturally Blended Grey 4ply carries a sense of place and history. The wool reflects the type bred in the Ewes Valley, where hardy sheep have grazed for generations and where, centuries ago, our ancestors once roamed the hills – living the tough Border life and perhaps even reiving and raiding in the days of the Border Reivers.
This yarn connects tradition, landscape, and craft, bringing a piece of Border heritage into every stitch.
Lightweight, Pure Wool with a Natural Finish.
Discover the beauty of undyed wool with Burnfoot Wools Naturally Blended Grey 4ply yarn. Spun from a carefully balanced blend of 72% New Zealand Romney/South Country Cheviot, 20% Bluefaced Leicester and 8% Coloured Shetland & Cheviot, this yarn offers strength, softness, and a gentle rustic character that enhances both simple and intricate knitting.
Why You’ll Love It
Delicately Fine, Yet Strong – This 4ply yarn provides the perfect balance of durability and softness, ideal for intricate stitch work and lightweight garments.
Pure, Natural Fibre – Made from premium Romney/South Country Cheviot wool blended with Bluefaced Leicester and Shetland fibres, freshly sheared in 2025 and left in its naturally blended grey shade.
Naturally Beautiful – A soft grey tone straight from the fleece itself — undyed and free from chemicals.
Endless Possibilities – With 229 yards per 50g ball, it’s perfect for lightweight sweaters, shawls, socks, lace work, and heirloom-quality accessories.
Whether you're knitting delicate lace, timeless accessories, or a lightweight garment, this yarn offers warmth, durability, and a connection to the landscapes and traditions of the Borders.
Let nature – and a little Border history – inspire your next project.
Don’t forget that you can CLICK, COLLECT & SAVE.
If you are planning a visit to the United Kingdom we are more than happy to store any purchases from our Web Shop in our stock room ready for collection at your convenience. Just choose Self Pick up at checkout and your purchases will be ready for you to collect on your visit to the Ancestral Home of the Armstrong Clan, Gilnockie Tower. And of course no shipping fee to pay plus take advantage of any discounts we may have running at the time of purchase. If this offer continues to be so successful we will have to look at building a new store room but for now we still have an empty shelf or two awaiting your orders.
If you are trying to contact us by email our new address is gt@gilnockietower.co.uk. Our previous email gilnockietower@gmail.com is still active and any messages received at this address will be transferred to the new one.
