Description
Come and spend a morning/afternoon in the woods making a willow bird feeder! These bird feeders are designed for holding 2-3 fat balls, but can also be used to hold natural fibres for nesting or inside the house to store garlic etc. Using Somerset grown willow, you will learn a pairing weave and how to make different types of jigs for different styles of bird feeder. If you're quick enough there may be time to make two! The workshop takes place in a beautiful woodland setting on an organic farm. We are off-grid so have compost toilet facilities and will make hot drinks over a camp fire. A shelter is in place if rain is expected. This workshop is suitable for children aged 10+. Children under 16yrs must be accompanied by a carer or parent. The parent of carer can sit and watch or buy a space and take part as well! Reasonable hand strength and movement is required. (The paths to the woodland are unsuitable for wheelchair users at this time but please get in touch if you have special requirements and we can organised a different spot in the woods.)
What's included in the price?
All materials Hot drinks Biscuits Woodland time
Duration
2 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
The Coppice Co. started in 2020 after Suz Williams finished her two year apprenticeship as a coppice worker and traditional craft maker. Since then she has been teaching traditional woodland crafts across the country. Her speciality is willow weaving, split hazel baskets and spoon carving.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Children
- Hearing impaired
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
Yes, this workshop is great for beginners!
Unfortunately the workshop space is not currently accessible for wheelchair users. Please get in touch and it may be possible to change the venue if you like to attend.
