What is Harris Tweed?

It is a fabric like no other – it’s the only fabric that is protected by its own Act of Parliament.

Genuine Harris Tweed can only be produced in the Outer Hebrides in Scotland.

We absolutely love the history behind it and so we’ve collated some of our favourite facts just for you. Which tweed fact fascinates you the most?

If you liked our infographic, find out more by visiting the Harris Tweed Authority.

Don’t forget to check out our Tweed History playlist on YouTube – you can watch it below.

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