# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Make a Willow Swift
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A great introduction to willow sculpture with Judith Needham. 

In this class you will make a beautiful two-dimensional sculpture of a swift to hang on the wall. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience

What to expect: In this 2.5 hour class you will make a beautiful two-dimensional sculpture of a swift to hang on the wall. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience, Judith will give you an introduction to willow weaving. You will learn how to create the willow frame along with weaving techniques to bring your swift to life.

What to bring/wear: All materials are included.

Benefits: In this workshop you will be learning the traditional craft of willow weaving which not only creates a lasting functional or decorative item for you to take home to enjoy, it also helps promote and celebrate this ancient heritage craft. As a hands on workshop, working with this natural material is a great creative work out for your hands!

About the artist: Judith Needham is a basket maker and willow weaver based in Farnham, Surrey - England's Craft Town. Judith specialises in woven willow playhouses but I also make baskets and teach basket making and willow sculpture. Judith enjoys passing on her skills through teaching workshops to adults and children at various venues across Surrey and Hampshire.

Time: 10am - 12.30pm
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/thatcham/make-a-willow-swift/200030102794123
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Thatcham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.3735
- **long**: -1.28013
- **full address**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Make a Willow Swift being held?
  - **A:** Make a Willow Swift takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Make a Willow Swift?
  - **A:** Make a Willow Swift is organized by The Base, Greenham.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Make a Willow Swift is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Thatcham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Make a Willow Swift sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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