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Private Basket Weaving Day for Two

New To The Site! York, England

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5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

A unique opportunity awaits in the tranquil surroundings of a rural York farm, with a private basket weaving day designed for two. Under expert guidance, learn the intricate techniques of willow weaving, transforming English grown willow into a beautiful, functional basket. This immersive workshop not only teaches you how to prepare willow, create a sturdy base, and weave the walls, but you also get to finish your basket off with a pretty, plaited effect decorative border.

What's Included

  • Snack bars
  • Hot Drinks
  • Tools

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Boundary Farm
    East Cottingwith, York YO42 4TA, UK

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    During this comprehensive day course you will learn lots of willow facts! How to harvest, prepare and weave using two techniques. After spending the first half of the course making the base, you will then break for lunch (bring a packed lunch).

    Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the farms tipi site, sit on the picnic benches, around the fire circle or in the cosy hut.

    After a break you will learn a new weave, three rod wale, which is used to build up the walls of your baskets.

    At the end of the session you will get one to one tuition to complete a complicated plaited style border that really finishes off your willow basket.

    Refreshments, materials and tool-use are included.

    There is a proper toilet and easy free parking on-site.

    Workshops can be indoors by the woodturner or outside in the sun depending on the weather on the day.

    Additional Info

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Basket Weaving Day for Two?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-69665P4


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