
Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder
Sat 14 Nov · 10:00
Heritage and Rural Skills Centre
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The Heritage and Rural Skills Centre in Swindon hosts a workshop session on November 14, 2026, where participants learn traditional willow weaving techniques. Under the guidance of various instructors, attendees will create a functional bird feeder designed to be taken home for garden use. The event takes place at the venue with no admission charge required for registration or attendance. This short course offers an opportunity to engage with rural skills in a practical setting.
Enjoy a short course learning about the traditional craft of willow weaving.
You'll be creating a beautiful and functional bird feeder to take home and hang in your garden. You'll be guided through the processes of creating a cone shape, weaving in a pattern and turning.
No experience is required. This workshop is great for beginners who would like a taste of what willow weaving is like.
Your tutor for this course is Suzy Williams of The Coppice Co. In 2018 Suzy won a place on the National Coppicing Apprenticeship Scheme, during which she learned vital skills and knowledge from seasoned coppice workers. Now she manages coppice woodlands alongside teaching and selling traditional woodland crafts.
Our class sizes are small, so you'll have a chance to engage with the tutor while you work.
Saturday 7th March, Friday 24th July and Saturday 14th November, 10am-12noon. Tea/coffee is provided.
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Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder takes place on Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 10:00.
Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder is held at Heritage and Rural Skills Centre in Swindon (Heritage & Rural Skills Centre, Buscot and Coleshill Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire).
Entry to Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Heritage and Rural Skills Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder
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The Heritage and Rural Skills Centre in Swindon hosts a workshop session on November 14, 2026, where participants learn traditional willow weaving techniques. Under the guidance of various instructors, attendees will create a functional bird feeder designed to be taken home for garden use. The event takes place at the venue with no admission charge required for registration or attendance. This short course offers an opportunity to engage with rural skills in a practical setting.
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Enjoy a short course learning about the traditional craft of willow weaving.
You'll be creating a beautiful and functional bird feeder to take home and hang in your garden. You'll be guided through the processes of creating a cone shape, weaving in a pattern and turning.
No experience is required. This workshop is great for beginners who would like a taste of what willow weaving is like.
Your tutor for this course is Suzy Williams of The Coppice Co. In 2018 Suzy won a place on the National Coppicing Apprenticeship Scheme, during which she learned vital skills and knowledge from seasoned coppice workers. Now she manages coppice woodlands alongside teaching and selling traditional woodland crafts.
Our class sizes are small, so you'll have a chance to engage with the tutor while you work.
Saturday 7th March, Friday 24th July and Saturday 14th November, 10am-12noon. Tea/coffee is provided.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Heritage and Rural Skills CentreHeritage & Rural Skills Centre, Buscot and Coleshill Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire
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When is Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder?
Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder takes place on Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder taking place?
Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder is held at Heritage and Rural Skills Centre in Swindon (Heritage & Rural Skills Centre, Buscot and Coleshill Estate, Swindon, Wiltshire).
How much are tickets for Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder?
Entry to Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Heritage and Rural Skills Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder?
Tickets for Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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