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.

Willow Coffin Courses

Learn the advanced weaving techniques needed to build a willow coffin. Please be aware that a good working knowledge of willow weaving is needed.

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 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.

2019 Course Dates November Onwards

2020 Course Dates & Availability

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

Willow weaving courses – Prices

Half day £40. Full day from £80. Two day courses from £150. Five day courses £550

  • Experienced tutors – the very best tuition
  • Small class numbers, 8-12 students
  • Natural materials, many 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

Find out more about our willow coffins