Weave a round willow basket

Come and weave a simple round basket on this two day course. Your basket might be for fruit or perhaps you fancy making a plant pot or small paper bin.

🗓 Date: 7th and 8th April 2026
⏰ Time: 10AM – 4PM
💷 Price: £80

Suitable for beginners.

What You’ll Learn:

How to grade the willow
How to make a circular base
How to add uprights and ‘wale’
Weaving the sides using waling
How to create a trac border
What to Expect

A small group of a maximum of 7 people.
The session will be led by Natalie Ferris
The course will be held in the main centre building.
Please bring your own lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day.
All the tools and materials you need will be provided on the day.
Take home your creations.
**Gift vouchers available if you would like to gift this experience to someone.

All materials included!

Willow varieties and colours on the course will vary due to availability

You may also like the following events from Carymoor Environmental Trust:

• Next Saturday, 7th March, 10:00 am, Castle Cary vintage market - Pop up Carymoor Cafe in Castle Cary
• This May, 16th May, 10:00 am, Weave a willow vase cover in Castle Cary

Also check out other Workshops in Castle Cary.