Spend a restorative day in the countryside learning the ancient art of willow weaving with master weaver Dominic. Under his expert guidance, you’ll create your own beautiful willow obelisk or characterful hare, each one a unique piece to grace your garden for years to come.
Working with willow is a wonderfully tactile and rewarding experience. This versatile natural material adds an organic charm and structure to any garden, whether you’re weaving a graceful plant support for your sweet peas or runner beans, or crafting a whimsical hare to watch over your flowerbeds.
What to Expect:
Gentle, step-by-step tuition from an experienced artisan who enjoys sharing his craft.
A relaxed, friendly setting with plenty of time to enjoy the process whether you are a beginner or a seasoned maker.
A delicious light lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
The satisfaction of taking home your own handcrafted piece of traditional willow work.
Practical Details:
Time: 10am – 3.30pm
Cost: £135 per person — includes all materials, use of tools, and a light lunch.
What You’ll Make: Choose to weave either a 6ft garden obelisk (inspired by a traditional salmon trap design) or a willow hare sculpture.
Transport: Please note that obelisks are approximately 6ft tall, so do plan ahead for taking them home.
No experience is needed — just a willingness to get hands-on with a beautiful natural craft.
Spend a day in good company, going home with the quiet satisfaction of making something lasting with your own two hands.
Should you need a place to rest your head, for a very special experience, enjoy a night or three at The Bell in Ticehurst, where the courses are hosted. If you would like to bring a partner who doesn’t want to do a course, there are plenty of great things to do locally – a perfect staycation to explore the delights of the Kent/Sussex countryside or our favourite arty places locally. Accommodation is subject to availability so please BOOK DIRECT with The Bell - by calling 01580 200300.
Do try to book early, this is a very popular destination and much in demand. Let them know you are attending a course, and enjoy a free glass of bubbles on us with your dinner.
Booking direct should always offer you the best rate but occasionally the not so friendly algorithms thwart that ambition. If you find a better rate elsewhere, The Bell will always match it. Booking direct helps the business to thrive and how much nicer is it to talk to a real person who can help you with room choices and logistics. A great start to your stay.
Should you be unable to attend, for whatever reason - we are unable to offer refunds for our courses. You are welcome to transfer your course to friends or family, please let us know who will be attending. Alternatively we will try to sell your place via our database and social media once the course has reached capacity. If successful, we will refund or offer an alternative course subject to availability. Please note we will deduct a 10% admin charge for any refunds that are made.
Spend a restorative day in the countryside learning the ancient art of willow weaving with master weaver Dominic. Under his expert guidance, you’ll create your own beautiful willow obelisk or characterful hare, each one a unique piece to grace your garden for years to come.
Working with willow is a wonderfully tactile and rewarding experience. This versatile natural material adds an organic charm and structure to any garden, whether you’re weaving a graceful plant support for your sweet peas or runner beans, or crafting a whimsical hare to watch over your flowerbeds.
What to Expect:
Gentle, step-by-step tuition from an experienced artisan who enjoys sharing his craft.
A relaxed, friendly setting with plenty of time to enjoy the process whether you are a beginner or a seasoned maker.
A delicious light lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
The satisfaction of taking home your own handcrafted piece of traditional willow work.
Practical Details:
Time: 10am – 3.30pm
Cost: £135 per person — includes all materials, use of tools, and a light lunch.
What You’ll Make: Choose to weave either a 6ft garden obelisk (inspired by a traditional salmon trap design) or a willow hare sculpture.
Transport: Please note that obelisks are approximately 6ft tall, so do plan ahead for taking them home.
No experience is needed — just a willingness to get hands-on with a beautiful natural craft.
Spend a day in good company, going home with the quiet satisfaction of making something lasting with your own two hands.
Should you need a place to rest your head, for a very special experience, enjoy a night or three at The Bell in Ticehurst, where the courses are hosted. If you would like to bring a partner who doesn’t want to do a course, there are plenty of great things to do locally – a perfect staycation to explore the delights of the Kent/Sussex countryside or our favourite arty places locally. Accommodation is subject to availability so please BOOK DIRECT with The Bell - by calling 01580 200300.
Do try to book early, this is a very popular destination and much in demand. Let them know you are attending a course, and enjoy a free glass of bubbles on us with your dinner.
Booking direct should always offer you the best rate but occasionally the not so friendly algorithms thwart that ambition. If you find a better rate elsewhere, The Bell will always match it. Booking direct helps the business to thrive and how much nicer is it to talk to a real person who can help you with room choices and logistics. A great start to your stay.
Should you be unable to attend, for whatever reason - we are unable to offer refunds for our courses. You are welcome to transfer your course to friends or family, please let us know who will be attending. Alternatively we will try to sell your place via our database and social media once the course has reached capacity. If successful, we will refund or offer an alternative course subject to availability. Please note we will deduct a 10% admin charge for any refunds that are made.
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