Foraging Basket Weaving Workshop with Jackie Carnell
£70 plus £20 on the day for materials
Create a beautiful and practical foraging basket from natural willow in this hands-on weaving workshop with skilled basket maker Jackie Carnell.
During the day, you'll learn traditional willow weaving techniques as you shape and weave your own unique handmade basket, designed especially for foraging adventures, gathering flowers, or carrying everyday essentials. Jackie will guide you through each stage of the process, from forming the base to weaving the sides and adding a sturdy handle.
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some creative experience. With step-by-step guidance, you'll enjoy a mindful and rewarding day working with natural materials and traditional craft techniques.
You'll leave with a completed willow foraging basket to use and treasure, along with new weaving skills you can continue to develop at home.
Please note: Willow contains natural salicylates, which are related to aspirin. For this reason, willow weaving may not be suitable for individuals with a severe aspirin allergy. If you have any concerns, please seek medical advice before booking.
| Season (19 Sept 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
We are situated on the A684 Garsdale to Hawes Road just one mile east of Sedbergh. Please use this post code if you are using a satnav LA10 5LP
Approaching from the M6: Leave at Junction 37 and drive five miles through stunning Howgills landscape to Sedbergh, England's Book Town, from where you can follow brown tourist signs to Farfield Mill.
From Hawes: Taking the A684 from Hawes (15 miles), Farfield Mill's entrance is on the right. Just follow the brown tourist signs.
From Kirkby Lonsdale: Head north on the A683, follow signs to Sedbergh from where you will pick up brown tourist signs to Farfield Mill.
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