From: 10:00 - 16:00

Step into the timeless charm of the Walled Garden for a magical day of traditional willow weaving with talented willow artist Heather McDermott to weave a summer basket
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Sunday 14th June 2026
ā±ļø 10.00 ā 16.00
Learn to weave your own summer willow basket, perfect for gathering berries, garden produce, or displaying natural treasures.
Using willow sustainably grown in our Salley Garden, you will be guided through the fundamental weaves and techniques of basketry. This is an ideal workshop for beginners, no prior experience is required, just a little manual dexterity and a love of creating.
You will also visit the Salley Garden, weather permitting, to discover more about the beauty and sustainability of willow. Please come suitably dressed.
Workshop details
Tickets: £85 per person (limited places available) and includes
Personal instruction and guidance from Heather McDermott
All tools and materials provided
Homemade morning and afternoon tea with homemade scones and cake
A delicious seasonal homemade lunch
Your own handcrafted willow basket to take home
Bring a friend or loved one and enjoy a relaxed, creative memorable day surrounded by natureā¦
Perfect as a gift for a keen gardener
Book now š and create your own Walled Garden summer willow basket.
Finding us
Access the Craigdarragh Road from the A2 BelfastāBangor carriageway. Follow the signs for Helenās Bay.
Continue along Craigdarragh Road for approximately 0.8 miles, where you will see the Walled Garden on your left.
Proceed towards the 30mph speed limit and take theĀ left-hand turnĀ at the sign and drive down theĀ temporary driveway.
Follow the lane straight ahead to reach the car park located directly outside the Walled Garden.
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