Hare Willow Weaving Workshop

Join us for a creative full-day willow weaving experience with local expert Kate, taking inspiration from the surroundings of Bradgate Park.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and runs as a small group, ensuring plenty of hands-on support and guidance throughout the day. All materials and tools are provided, along with expert step-by-step instruction.

You’ll learn traditional willow weaving techniques and create your own large sculptural piece to take home, inspired by the wildlife and landscape of the park, perfect for your garden or indoors!

What you’ll make:
Create your own large willow Hare sculpture inspired by Bradgate Park’s wildlife.

Location: Meeting Room, Deer Barn Building, Bradgate Park

When: Sunday 28th June 2026

Time: Arrival from 9:45am. Workshop runs 10:00am – 4:00pm

Refreshments: Water, Tea and coffee will be provided throughout the day. Please bring your own packed lunch or you can use the Deer Barn Cafe onsite. We will supply a slice of cake for you!

Ticket Price: £100 per person

What to bring/wear:
Comfortable clothing suitable for crafting. Optional: apron or old clothes (willow work can be messy)
Layers (the venue can vary in temperature)

Your Tutor:  Kate is an artist, willow weaver, and experienced workshop host with a passion for transforming natural materials into beautiful sculptural forms. Inspired by her first glimpse of a willow sculpture, she quickly fell in love with the craft and now shares that enthusiasm through hands-on workshops. Kate is known for her welcoming approach, helping complete beginners create pieces they’re proud of. We can't wait to see your creations!

Suitability:

This workshop is suitable for adults and children aged 16+ years (anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult).Dogs are not permitted on this walk

Accessibility:

The workshop is held in our Deer Barn Meeting Room and is suitable for wheelchair access and mobility access needs. The space can be tight depending on guests number. When booking please make us aware of any needs you may have or you can contact the Estate Office on 0116 236 2713 if you have any accessibility-related queries.

For Blue Badge holders please contact us using the Estate Office number to arrange parking at the Deer Barns Building. 

Parking:

Please park at Hallgates (Cropston Reservoir) car park - LE7 7HQ. It is approx. a 15 min walk to the Deer Barn building from here.

Parking is not included in your ticket. Please click here for parking tariffs.