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LATEST NEWS

Courses

Willow Weaving Workshops on Mull

July 5, 2026July 5, 2026

Multiple dates. Dervaig, Isle of Mull. Leen Skinner at Calltainn Croft offers basketry workshops on Mull – she can travel to your local hall, home or holiday accommodation for group…

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Courses

6-week Beginners Basketry Course

July 5, 2026July 5, 2026

17th August – September 21st 2026. Blanefield, Stirlingshire. This 6-week course with Max Johnson will give you a thorough grounding in the basic skills of basketry, allowing time to repeat…

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Events | Exhibitions

Tear Up Festival

July 5, 2026July 5, 2026

29th & 30th August 2026. Rugeley, Staffordshire. There are still weekend and day tickets available for the amazing annual Tear Up Festival of Willow and Fibre – and workshops available…

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