Weave a Willow Christmas Stag’s Head in the Walled Garden

Sunday, 16 November 2025

From: 10:00 - 16:30

Join us for our Weave a Christmas Willow Stag’s Head workshop in the Walled Garden and add a rustic touch of seasonal charm to your home or garden!

You will spend the day with experienced local willow artist who will guide you through the practical processes involved. You’ll learn the many different traditional weaving techniques required to craft your Christmas willow stag’s head using homegrown, sustainable, willow grown on site.

The workshop is on
Sunday, 16th November 10am – 4.30pm

Decorate your Christmas willow stag’s head with LED lights tinsel, baubles or use natural elements such as ivy and berries for a more natural look. Restyle your stag’s head for all-year-round use too! Remember a stag’s head is not just for Christmas!!

Local willow artist Heather McDermott, will lead this full-day workshop. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters alike, however some manual dexterity and strength will be required to work with the willow.

You’ll also have the opportunity to explore our Salley garden, weather permitting, and learn about the sustainable qualities of willow and its use as a renewable material.

Please dress appropriately for time spent outdoors.

Come with friends, family, colleagues, or on your own, you’re sure to enjoy this creative, festive experience.

Tickets are £90 per person inc VAT, which includes:

Expert instruction
All tools and materials
Morning and afternoon tea/coffee with homemade scones and cake
A delicious homemade lunch

This workshop is suitable for adults of all skill levels as no previous experience is needed, just manual dexterity and a love for crafting and nature.

This workshop would make a lovely early Christmas gift to share with a friend for a festive fun creative day out!