Garden Structure Courses

Learn how to make a climbing frame, spiral, arch, hurdle or plant support. Garden structure courses are perfect for beginners.

Living Willow Courses

Create a stunning willow arch or secret shaded spot for your garden. Learn living willow weaving techniques, planting guidelines and how to create a support structure.

Sculpture Courses

Build a chicken, pig, reindeer, elephant or whichever animal takes your fancy! Learn how to create the frame and the best techniques to complete your masterpiece.

Willow Basket Making Courses

Our basket making courses are always popular. Learn how to make a shooter basket, Burkina basket, waste paper basket, zarzo basket or even a handbag!

Seasonal Crafts

Seasonal courses are available throughout the year. From Easter bunnies to Christmas wreaths, learn how to create a festive masterpiece.

Hurdle Making Courses

Learn the skills and techniques to make willow hurdles. Ideal for smallholders, farmers and anyone interested in traditional crafts.

Online Video Tutorial

Learn how to weave from the comfort of you own home/workshop with our NEW Online Video Tutorials.

School and Private Courses

Private parties, groups and school workshops are welcome. Please contact us to arrange a private course.

Willow Weaving Courses

Musgrove Willows usually run a range of willow weaving courses throughout the year. These all take place on our farm in Westonzoyland, Somerset. All our courses are hands on. They give you a great chance to learn new skills and create something beautiful and practical.

Our willow weaving courses are suitable for all levels of experience.

***OUR 2020 WILLOW WEAVING COURSES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED. WE ARE PLANNING TO RESUME OUR COURSES IN 2021*** 

Course gift vouchers have been extended.

Online tutorial - How to weave a willow basket

Take a look at our new, online, tutorial service.

We are still able to fulfil online orders for willow, willow coffins and other willow products.

“Thank you so much for the item on tools. Your tip about using a clothes peg to mark places has changed my life!”

Clare

Buy a half day or full day course gift voucher

Willow weaving courses – Prices

Half day £40. Full day from £80. Two day courses from £150.

  • Experienced tutors – the very best tuition
  • Small class numbers, 8-12 students
  • Natural materials, willow is grown at Musgrove Willows
  • All the specialist tools & equipment are supplied
  • Refreshments, including a home cooked lunch (special dietary requirements catered for)
  • Private workshops, corporate days and one-to-one tuition available

Courses Terms & Conditions

Come and join us on one of our fantastic willow courses. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.

Willow weaving courses

If you would like to book online, please be aware that PayPal is currently the only option. Please call us to pay by credit card.

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