Our Workshops
Learn the art of willow weaving and create your own handmade sculpture
Welcome to our series of hands-on willow weaving workshops, held at the wonderful The Deer Park near Hoar Cross in Staffordshire.
Whether you're looking for a creative day out, a unique seasonal activity, or the chance to learn a traditional rural craft, our workshops offer a friendly, relaxed environment where you’ll take home something truly special.
Lichfield Willow Workshops
Pheasant Making workshop
Pheasant Making workshop
Pheasant Making workshop
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Create your own elegant willow pheasant
In this workshop, you will learn how to weave a beautiful life-sized pheasant sculpture from natural willow.
You’ll be guided step-by-step through building the frame, adding shape, and layering the weave to bring your sculpture to life
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Create your own elegant willow pheasant
In this workshop, you will learn how to weave a beautiful life-sized pheasant sculpture from natural willow.
You’ll be guided step-by-step through building the frame, adding shape, and layering the weave to bring your sculpture to life.
Perfect for garden display, home décor, or as a unique handmade gift.
Who is it for?
Beginners welcome — no previous experience required.
Owl Making workshop
Pheasant Making workshop
Pheasant Making workshop
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Weave your own characterful owl
Learn how to craft a charming willow owl, complete with expressive features and layered woven texture. This relaxing workshop teaches you how to shape willow into rounded forms and add personality to your sculpture.
A great decorative piece fo
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Weave your own characterful owl
Learn how to craft a charming willow owl, complete with expressive features and layered woven texture. This relaxing workshop teaches you how to shape willow into rounded forms and add personality to your sculpture.
A great decorative piece for the home or garden.
Who is it for?
Beginners welcome — no previous experience required.
Reindeer Making workshop
Pheasant Making workshop
Reindeer Making workshop
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Create a festive willow reindeer
You’ll build and weave your own 4 foot willow reindeer — perfect for Christmas décor, garden display, or as a standout seasonal piece.
This workshop covers frame building, shaping, and decorative weaving techniques.
A great festive piece tht y
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: The Deer Park
Price: £100 per person
Create a festive willow reindeer
You’ll build and weave your own 4 foot willow reindeer — perfect for Christmas décor, garden display, or as a standout seasonal piece.
This workshop covers frame building, shaping, and decorative weaving techniques.
A great festive piece tht you could add your own lights to
Who is it for?
Beginners welcome — no previous experience required.
About the workshops
What to expect on the day
- A friendly, relaxed environment
- Full guidance at every stage
- Traditional willow weaving techniques
- Plenty of breaks and refreshments
- A sculpture you’ll be proud to take home
- No prior experience needed
- A great experience to share with friends or family
What’s included
- All willow and materials
- Step-by-step instruction
- All tools required are provided
Refreshments included
- Tea & Coffee throughout the day
- A gorgeous Lunch from The Deer Park of soup and sandwiches