In-person course
in Stanwick, Wellingborough Maker & location details

Willow Weaving ‘Pheasant’ Workshop

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Description

On this one-day willow weaving course, come and create a beautiful bird using a metal framework and free-weaving techniques. Your tutor, Jane Roberts, will demonstrate step by step and help you throughout the process. This workshop is designed for adults of any creative level, and is the perfect way to spend the day learning a new skill and meeting like-minded people. Jane has a passion for all things natural and weaving. Plus, a passion for running workshops for people who want to learn a new skill and have some fun whilst doing it! She has a BA in Fine Art from the University of Northampton and is a member of the Basket-maker’s Association. Jane has been delivering and managing community arts workshops and projects for over 20 years. At the end of the workshop, not only will you be able to take your newly created bird home... you may want to come back to do more willow weaving in the future! The group is kept to a maximum of 8, so everyone will have individual instruction and support. The course will take place in our training barn at Stanwick Lakes, a beautiful 750-acre nature reserve and visitor attraction in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.

What's included in the price?

Tools, materials and safety equipment are provided. Car parking is also free of charge on the day of your course. Basic tea /coffee and biscuits are provided free of charge during the course. Food and drinks can be purchased in the café in the Visitor Centre or you can bring your own packed lunch.

Duration

6 hours

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker


At Stanwick Lakes, we offer a range of Arts & Crafts and Heritage Courses, from watercolour painting classes to blacksmithing and wood-carving workshops. Alongside offering craft courses, Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre nature reserve and countryside attraction located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.

Suitable for

  • Adults
  • Seniors
  • Teenagers
  • Wheelchair users
  • Hearing impaired
  • Limited mobility
  • Learning difficulties (SEN)
  • Mother's Day
  • Romantic
  • Parking provided
  • Christmas
  • Suitable for beginners
  • Easter
  • Father's Day
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FAQs

Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre nature reserve and countryside attraction located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley.

We have extensive play areas, open spaces and paths that families, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers can explore at leisure. We also have specially considered areas dedicated to nature and its wildlife, as well as the history of the site.

Parking is free for workshop attendees - please give your registration plate details to our reception staff in the Visitor Centre on the day.

Alternatively, you can become a member for just £42.00 per year, giving you free access to all our facilities for a whole year, while supporting Rockingham Forest Trust.

Venue

Rockingham Forest Trust, Stanwick Lakes, Stanwick, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 6GY