Willow Workshop: Plant supports with Jo Hammond

Make banded or spiral-weave plant supports for your garden in natural English willow.

These lovely willow pieces are quick to make and so effective in the garden – as plant supports or sculptural decorations. Each design introduces different weaving skills all demonstrated in easy stages, step by step.

You’ll learn to select stakes and weavers, how to perform a randing or a spiral weave, and how to trim and finish your work. Expect to make two plant climbers in the day.

Note: Willow weaving is moderately hard work and does require a firm grip.

Tea/coffee and biscuits will be provided. Please either bring a packed lunch or visit the on-site Tiptree Tearoom.

The ticket price includes all materials and any necessary tools will be provided. This workshop is only suitable for over 18s.

Event details

Date

May 16, 2026

Times

10:00am - 4:00pm

Prices

£80.00 per person or £70.00 if a member of the Friends of Cressing Temple

Who for?

For adults

Where?

Cressing Temple Barns

Witham Road, Braintree, Cressing, Essex, England, CM77 8PD

How to book

Book online

Booking required.

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