Willow Weaving (Flower)
Join local willow weaver Catherine Tregaskes to create your own flower out of willow.
- Booking essential
In this 3-hour session you will follow the guidance of local weaver Catherine Tregaskes to weave a willow flower.
Located in the Old Rectory Restaurant, this session aims for you to connect with nature through creativity.
No qualifications are required, however you do need reasonable dexterity and good strength in your hands in order to be able to manipulate the willow. Willow weaving is unfortunately not suitable for people with arthritis or other painful conditions in their hands. Please let me know if you are hard of hearing, so I can ensure you hear everything you need to fully participate in the course.
Willow is a natural material and has been stored in a garage and soaked in an outdoor tank. Please wear older clothes (eg gardening clothes) to the course or bring an apron. Solid shoes please (no sandals). Wash hands before eating after handling the willow.
Catherine Tregaskes has been working as a basket maker with willow for more than 16 years and runs basketry demonstrations at events, as well as teaching a variety of courses with willow, rush and soft basketry materials. See more at www.catherinesbaskets.co.uk
The workshop will take place an approximate 10 minute walk from the Visitor Centre, please factor in additional time to arrive at the workshop on time.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £45.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, dexterity and strength in hands to manipulate willow is a necessity. If you have any access requirements please email in advance to confirm what accommodations can be made.
- Meeting point
Old Rectory Restaurant - Marshall Room
- Suitability for children
This event is not suitable for children.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear older clothes (eg gardening clothes) to the course or bring an apron. Solid shoes please (no sandals).
- Other
Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to this workshop.
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