Willow Weaving Workshop – Obelisk

Join our obelisk workshop for a few hours of willow weaving in the beautiful Orchid House within our walled garden. Just in time for the growing season, you’ll create a tall obelisk ideal for sweet peas, climbing beans, or other annual climbers using a former to shape and spiral your design.

Willow weaving has been practiced for thousands of years, with the earliest records in the British Isles dating back to the Mesolithic period. Historically, willow was valued not just for its flexibility and strength but also for its aesthetic qualities. Artisans learned to identify different types of willow and their unique properties, allowing them to create a variety of textures and patterns in their woven pieces.

Our workshops are suitable for all, from complete beginners to the more experienced. We have two workshops available on Saturday the 22nd of March, with sessions starting at 10am and 1.30pm. Each session will last approximately 2.5 hours. All materials are provided and you will be able to take your finished obelisk home with you at the end of the workshop.

Janice Burley from Down 2 Earth will be leading each session, bringing her expertise as a garden designer and willow weaver. She is committed to sharing her knowledge and skills to help others explore their creativity while working with natural materials. Join Janice for practical guidance and support as you develop your own projects.

Spaces are limited so book your place now.

A minimum of 10 bookings in total are required in order for the workshops to go ahead. There is a maximum of 6 bookings per class, to allow everyone the space and attention they need.