Willow Workshop for Gardeners 23rd May 2026

2pm-5pm

The Chapel

British Trust for Ornithology

The Nunnery Thetford IP24 2PU

Our popular willow weaving for gardeners workshops are returning for Spring and early summer 2026

Great for keen gardeners and willow weaving beginners alike, these workshops are a great opportunity to learn a new craft, and enhance your garden this Spring.

In these workshops we  make 3 simple pieces designed to decorate your garden. 

Small introductory trellis
Plant obelisk
Flying or hanging dragonfly

We work in small friendly groups, making a selection of small items in each three hour session with a break for coffee/tea and cake.

We work with willow which has been grown in Somerset and specially dried. In order to be suitable for weaving it is then soaked to make it pliable, or sometimes with fresh unsoaked willow in very early spring. The willow we use for this workshop will not grow.

 There is no age limit but children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent.

Willow is a lovely medium to work with and most people find weaving relaxing and therapeutic. However, it can be quite hard on the fingers. We can find ways to alleviate this for most people, but if you have arthritis or other mobility issues you might want to discuss this with Toni first to see what help we can offer.

Tools will be provided, but if you have them please bring:

Sharp secateurs or garden scissors (many people prefer using ones they are used to)

A pruning knife if you have one

Giving as a gift? You can purchase a gift voucher valid any workshop here or, if you would like to book this workshop as a gift, just enter the personalisation for your voucher in the box at check out. We will book your recipient in, and send you a personalised email voucher.

The Nunnery is a new venue for us in 2026. It is a lovely building in a great setting with plenty of free parking and outdoor space for a lunchtime walk or outdoor tea break