External courses
Courses run by the Basketmakers’ Association are for members only. All other courses listed are organised and taught by members of the BA and are open to non-members. The BA awards a number of bursaries to enable its members to attend courses. Please see the Bursaries page for more details.
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July 2020
Coracle Making
Join a small group in glorious rural mid-Wales for an interesting and productive two days, making your own beautiful, traditional, and strong little boat.to take home!…
Find out more »Coracle Making
Join a small group in glorious rural mid-Wales for an interesting and productive two days, making your own beautiful, traditional, and strong little boat to take…
Find out more »August 2020
Two Day Basketmaking Workshop
Spend two days working on a traditional or contemporary basket of your choice using a variety of Somerset and willows grown here in King's Cliffe. If…
Find out more »September 2020
Bird Feeders Half Day – Afternoon
On this half day course learn basic weaving techniques to create 2 different bird feeders. Ideal for our small garden birds. including all materials, tools, beverages.
Find out more »Basket Making Course for Beginners and Improvers
This baskets course is aimed at beginners and improvers. Transform sweet smelling willow into a beautiful and useful basket; no experience needed. Using tried and tested…
Find out more »October 2020
Willow basket making
Make a small stake-and-strand willow basket, learning traditional methods of construction, weaves and borders. You will also learn about the growing, harvesting, and preparation of willow.
Find out more »Willow Hare Sculpture
oe Gregory’s most popular sculpture course! Weave your own Willow Hare, sitting, leaping, it’s up to you! Learn simple sculpture techniques to create a unique sculpture…
Find out more »November 2020
Ethical Trophy Stag Head
Suitable for beginners and intermediates, over the day you’ll learn basic sculpture techniques to create your own unique Trophy Stag Head. They look fantastic on any…
Find out more »Willow Reindeer Sculpture
My most popular Christmas Weaving Course! Over the day weave your own gorgeous quirky Reindeer. This course is suitable for beginners and intermediates, you’ll learn sculpture…
Find out more »February 2021
Basket Making Course for Beginners and Improvers
This baskets course is aimed at beginners and improvers. Transform sweet smelling willow into a beautiful and useful basket; no experience needed. Using tried and tested…
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