- Willow Basketry for Beginners
Saturday 13th July 2013 10am – 4.30pm
£51 (Members) / £60 (Non Members)
The timeless craft of basketry can seem complicated and fiddly to the
untrained eyes and hands. This course has been designed to guide total
beginners, step by step through each stage of the basket-making process, making it easy to understand. Participants can expect to leave with their own round multipurpose / vegetable basket, complete with handle.Participants will be shown a series of demonstrations throughout the day and will receive individual guidance when needed. Once the basic principles and weaving patterns are learnt, you will have the knowledge to make baskets ranging up to full sized log baskets; the techniques are exactly the same.
To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Willow Basketry for Beginners
Saturday 24th August 2013 10am – 4.30pm
£51 (Members) / £60 (Non Members)
The timeless craft of basketry can seem complicated and fiddly to the
untrained eyes and hands. This course has been designed to guide total
beginners, step by step through each stage of the basket-making process,
making it easy to understand. Participants can expect to leave with their
own round multipurpose / vegetable basket, complete with handle.
Participants will be shown a series of demonstrations throughout the day and
will receive individual guidance when needed. Once the basic principles and
weaving patterns are learnt, you will have the knowledge to make baskets
ranging up to full sized log baskets; the techniques are exactly the same.To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Manage your Soil
Saturday 21st September 2013 10.00am-1.00pm
£30 (Members) / £36 (Non Members)
Care of the soil should be at the heart of every organic garden. This
course gives an introduction to sustainable management of soil including
the sourcing of plant nutrients, the role of green manures, appropriate
cultivations and water use. Outside we will discuss how to make an
assessment of soil conditions.To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Compost Magic
Saturday 21st September 2013 2.00pm – 5.00pm
£30 (Members) / £36 (Non Members)
Healthy soil is the key to growing healthy plants. Learn how to make compost and leafmould and create a comfry liquid feed in this fascinating afternoon course with Garden Organic’s experts.
To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Seed Saving
Thursday 17th October 2013 1.30pm – 4.30pm
£30 (Members) / £36 (Non Members)
Learn all about growing for seed, why see should be saved, and how to save seed with our experts from the Heritage Seed Library. Based on Garden Organic’s own Seed Saving Guidelines and focusing on vegetables, this course includes a practical seed-cleaning demonstration and tour of the Seed Library growing area to observe seed-heads and fruits. You will also learn about different plant groups and how to select for particular characteristics.
To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Breadmaking
Sunday 20th October 2013 1pm – 4.45pm
£30 (Members) / £36 (Non Members)
This is an introduction to bread making aimed at the novice baker. It
will focus upon the techniques of making soft doughs and will be an
opportunity to experience making dough and basic shaping.To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Willow Basketry for Beginners
Saturday 30th November 2013 10am – 4.30pm
£51 (Members) / £60 (Non Members)
The timeless craft of basketry can seem complicated and fiddly to the
untrained eyes and hands. This course has been designed to guide total
beginners, step by step through each stage of the basket-making process, making it easy to understand.Participants will be shown a series of demonstrations throughout the day and will receive individual guidance when needed. Once the basic principles and weaving patterns are learnt, you will have the knowledge to make baskets ranging up to full sized log baskets; the techniques are exactly the same.
At the end of the course participants can expect to leave with their own round multipurpose / vegetable basket, complete with handle.
To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk - Make your own Christmas decorations
Wednesday 4th December 2013 1.30pm – 4.30pm
£30 (Members) / £36 (Non Members)
Create your own seasonal decorations using natural materials. This is a practical workshop, using willow and other materials to make beautiful wreaths, garlands, wall hangings, stars and tree decorations to take home.
To book a place, or find out more please call us on 024 7630 3517 or email
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk
In order to book your place on one of our courses, or for any course-related enquries, please call the customer services team on 024 7630 3517 or email us on:
customerservices@gardenorganic.org.uk
