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Willow Workshops
Join willow artist Jo Sadler for a Willow workshop at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios. Guided step by step, you’ll create your very own willow animal sculpture, using Somerset willow. These hands-on workshops include all materials, including a supportive metal frame within your sculpture.
Willow Bee or Dragonfly Workshop 23rd April 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow bee or dragonfly sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule • Arrival: From 9:15 am Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby). Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Frame Basket Workshop Wed. 6th May 2026
£95 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you learn to weave your own frame basket under the guidance of Tori.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this hands-on, inspiring workshop includes all materials and tools needed to create your basket. With basic refreshments available throughout the day and a selection of biscuits or a homemade bake. It offers a relaxed and friendly introduction to basketry.
Schedule
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Arrival: From 9:15 am, with hot drinks available as you settle in or grab one from a cafe on your way.
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Workshop Start: 9:30 am
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Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
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Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Leaping Hare Workshop 7th May 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow leaping hare sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule
Arrival: From 9:15 am
Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Pig or Sheep Workshop 16th June 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow sheep or pig sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule
Arrival: From 9:15 am
Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Deer Workshop 8th July 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow deer sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule •
Arrival: From 9:15 am Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby). Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Frame Basket Workshop Tues. 1st Sept. 2026
£95 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you learn to weave your own frame basket under the guidance of Tori.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this hands-on, inspiring workshop includes all materials and tools needed to create your basket. With basic refreshments available throughout the day and a selection of biscuits or a homemade bake. It offers a relaxed and friendly introduction to basketry.
Schedule • Arrival: From 9:15 am Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby). Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Owl or Heron Workshop 10th Sept. 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow owl or heron sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule • Arrival: From 9:15 am Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby). Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Chicken or Pheasant Workshop Tue. 20th Oct. 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow chicken or pheasant sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule
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Arrival: From 9:15 am, with hot drinks available as you settle in or grab one from a cafe on your way.
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Workshop Start: 9:30 am
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Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
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Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Sitting Hare Workshop 6th Nov. 2026
£125 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you weave your own willow sitting hare sculpture under the guidance of expert maker Jo Sadler.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this creative and inspiring workshop includes all materials and a supportive metal frame for your sculpture. With light refreshments available throughout the day, it’s the perfect creative escape into traditional craft.
Schedule
Arrival: From 9:15 am
Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Round Basket Workshop 21 Oct. 2026
£110 per person
Spend a creative day surrounded by artists in a stunning historic city as you learn to weave your own round basket under the guidance of Tori.
Set at Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this hands-on, inspiring workshop includes all materials and tools needed to create your basket. With basic refreshments available throughout the day, and a selection of biscuits or a homemade bake. It offers a relaxed and friendly introduction to basketry.
Schedule
Arrival: From 9:15 am with hot drinks available as you settle in or grab one from a cafe on your way.
Workshop Start: 9:30 am
Lunch Break: Around 1 pm for one hour (bring your own lunch or explore the cafés, pubs, and restaurants nearby).
Workshop End: Approximately 4:30 pm
Willow Star Workshop (afternoon) 3 Dec. 2026
£45 per person
Create your own beautiful willow stars in this relaxed and festive workshop, guided by basket maker and tutor Tori. Suitable for complete beginners, you'll learn traditional weaving techniques to make these elegant willow decorations to display in your home or give as thoughtful handmade gifts.
Held in the Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this hands-on workshop includes all materials, plus one set of warm white fairy lights for your finished star. Additional light sets are available to purchase on the day for £2 each (cash only). Most people make around three 45cm wide stars during the workshop.
To make it even more special, help yourself to mulled wine, mince pies and a selection of seasonal hot drinks throughout the workshop while you enjoy a cosy, creative escape into the timeless craft of willow weaving.
Schedule
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Arrival: From 11:45 am, where you'll be welcomed with hot drinks, mulled wine and mince pies.
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Workshop Start: 12 pm.
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Workshop End: Approximately 2:30 pm.
Willow Star Workshop (evening) 3 Dec. 2026
£45 per person
Create your own beautiful willow stars in this relaxed and festive workshop, guided by basket maker and tutor Tori. Suitable for complete beginners, you'll learn traditional weaving techniques to make these elegant willow decorations to display in your home or give as thoughtful handmade gifts.
Held in the Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios, nestled in the heart of Wells, this hands-on workshop includes all materials, plus one set of warm white fairy lights for your finished star. Additional light sets are available to purchase on the day for £2 each (cash only). Most people make around three 45cm wide stars during the workshop.
To make it even more special, help yourself to mulled wine, mince pies and a selection of seasonal hot drinks throughout the workshop while you enjoy a cosy, creative escape into the timeless craft of willow weaving.
Schedule
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Arrival: From 4 pm, where you'll be welcomed with hot drinks, mulled wine and mince pies.
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Workshop Start: 4:15 pm.
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Workshop End: Approximately 6:45 pm.