Description
This workshop will help you produce a natural hedgerow flower basket and develop new skills. An ideal shape for picking flowers or herbs in the garden, this basket is suitable for newcomers to willow weaving. Jane Roberts will lead this fun workshop and demonstrate each stage of the process. The design uses buff willow and a variety of other natural materials including ivy, forsythia, dogwood and lime suckers. During the workshop, a session on making cordage will take place, and that will then be incorporated in the weave of the basket. The cordage will be made out of rush and other suitable fibres which will be prepared and ready to use. This heritage craft is easy paced. There is ample time to learn new skills and make a basket to take home or to give as a gift. The course will take place in our Traditional Barn at Stanwick Lakes, a beautiful 750 acre nature reserve and visitor attraction in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.
What's included in the price?
Tools, materials and safety equipment are provided. Basic tea /coffee and biscuits are provided free of charge during the course. Food and drinks can be purchased in the café in the visitor centre or bring your own packed lunch. Car parking is also free of charge on the day of your course. Please note if you are purchasing food from our Cafe, a pre-order form will be available on the morning of the course (a selection of paninis, sandwiches, jacket potatoes etc are available) so we can have your food freshly prepared for you.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
At Stanwick Lakes, we offer a range of Arts & Crafts and Heritage Courses, from watercolour painting classes to blacksmithing and wood-carving workshops. Alongside offering craft courses, Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre nature reserve and countryside attraction located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Romantic
- Christmas
- Easter
- Parking provided
- Father's Day
- Suitable for beginners
- Mother's Day
FAQs
Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre nature reserve and countryside attraction located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.
We have extensive play areas, open spaces and paths that families, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers can explore at leisure. We also have specially considered areas dedicated to nature and its wildlife, as well as the history of the site.
Parking is free for workshop attendees - please give your registration plate details to our reception staff in the Visitor Centre on the day.
Alternatively, you can become a member for just £42.00 per year, giving you free access to all our facilities for a whole year, while supporting Rockingham Forest Trust.
