WELCOME TO

SUE KIRK WILLOW BASKETS

My husband Kirk and I have been working with willow since 1998 originally inspired by the sustainability of the craft and the benefits which willow brings to the environment. Kirk grows several varieties of basket willows on two plots located in King’s Cliffe.

We both weave just a mile away from the willow beds at our workshop, The Old Brewery Studios. Here the home grown willows are woven into bespoke traditional and contemporary baskets for homes and gardens. Sue also teaches basketry from the workshop.

We advise you to make an appointment if you would like to visit the workshop. Sorry, The workshop is closed to visitors whilst a class is taking place.

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The Old Brewery Studios

Willow Weaving Workshops

Click to see the willow weaving workshops for 2023. Throughout the year we offer a range of workshops for beginners, intermediates and advanced students.

CHRISTMAS SHOP OPEN 2ND-20TH DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS SHOP OPENING!

We are opening our workshop doors throughout Christmas from Saturday 2nd Dec until Wednesday 20th December. On sale will be baskets woven by Kirk and Sue as well as basketmaking tools and books. Alpaca cushions by Rosalind Stoddart, Handmade bags by Justin Capp, Calendars by Carry Akroyd, cards by Amanda Rigby and Jane Leycester-Paige.

Opening times 10am - 5pm

Closed on Sunday 10th and Sunday 17th, Monday 18th December.

NEW WORKSHOP DATES FOR 2024 ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE. We just have a few spaces left on the workshops, but we encourage you to join a reserve list for any workshops which are now full, as we often have cancellations. Just send an email with the description of the course you would like to attend and we'll be in touch if any cancellations occur.

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