Discover a craft that has never been replicated by a machine! Learn the traditional and sustainable craft of basket weaving on this relaxed day course working with willow.

Reach back in time to discover how the ancient world was connected through amber. Create your own amber pendant and string under the guidance of experimental archaeologist Vanessa Bunton.

Learn to make a decorated copper arm cuff in the style of Viking jewellery. On this course, you will use the technique ‘chasing and repoussé’ to make simple patterns on a band of copper, which you will later form into an arm cuff.

Create a rush gathering basket using a variety of skills such as using a paring weave, creating a track border, and making cordage.

Guided by two experienced maille-makers, learn to make your own piece of history to take away with you. Craft a bracelet, patch, and three links of riveted maille to gain hands-on experience of various methods.

Immerse yourself in nature and discover our ancestors’ most versatile little plant, used in clothing, cooking, and healing. It’s not just a weed! Forage for wild nettles and learn to spin their fibres into thread.

Step back in time and experience the wonders of ancient copper metallurgy! From smelting copper from malachite to creating bronze alloys and casting your own metal object, you’ll be hands-on with the processes that shaped human history.

Celebrate summer solstice by crafting a carrier of light! Create a copper flower tealight holder in our wonderful intergenerational workshop.

A unique chance to explore the origins of British language with linguist and Medievalist Harriet Earis.

Explore the ancient art of amulet making, inspired by intricate Anglo Saxon pendants and brooches. Led by artist and maker Lydia Asscher, learn techniques originally developed in the Bronze Age.

Discover the historic use of plants in the Butser Gardens, and create your own ointment. Explore how plants through time have been used for food, flavourings, dye, medical treatments, strewing, and making protection amulets.

Discover a craft that has never been replicated by a machine! Learn the traditional and sustainable craft of basket weaving on this relaxed day course, and turn natural hedgerow materials into your own basket.

Learn an endangered craft deeply rooted to rural life, from one of the last remaining tutors in the country. Plait straw to create a range of corn dollies themed around nature. A soothing and relaxing activity, this workshop is beginner friendly.

Discover timeless techniques and learn how to cut, stich and dye leather to create your very own personalised travel pouch.

Step back in time and experience the wonders of ancient copper metallurgy! From smelting copper from malachite to creating bronze alloys and casting your own metal object, you’ll be hands-on with the processes that shaped human history.

Discover a prehistoric form of knitting, and learn nalbinding stitches used by the Vikings to create sturdy, warm clothes from mittens to socks!

Join us for a hands-on exploration of salt’s fascinating history, blending craft, folklore, and ancient wisdom. Create a range of Salt-based treasures to take home with you.

Grow your nalbinding knowledge and discover how to do the Oslo stitch, a stitching technique that dates back to the pre-historical period.

Celebrate the humble bread loaf and all things freshly baked. Learn how you can make these natural cooling trays from willow under the guidance of Louise from Rough Around the Hedges.

Join bestselling author of 'Found and Ground', natural arts materials artist and teacher Caroline Ross for a dive into the colourful world of foraged, historical and natural paints and inks.

Join bestselling author of 'Found and Ground', natural arts materials artist and teacher Caroline Ross for a dive into the colourful world of foraged, historical and natural paints and inks.

Learn how to set up a warp weighted loom, a technology used throughout history, dating back to the Neolithic in Central Europe. This workshop can be paired with Warp Weighted Weaving workshop, during which you will learn to weave and develop your weaving techniques.

Learn how to weave on a warp weighted loom, a technology used throughout history, dating back to the Neolithic in Central Europe. This workshop can be paired with our Setting up Warp Weighted Looms Workshop, during which you will learn to set up a warp weighted loom.

Learn an endangered craft deeply rooted to rural life, from one of the last remaining tutors in the country. Connected to the rhythms of the earth, corn dollies were also known as harvest tokens. A soothing and relaxing activity, this workshop is beginner friendly.

Join us to learn how to weave these natural bird feeders designed as fat ball holders, but are just as useful for storing onions in the kitchen.

Learn an endangered craft deeply rooted to rural life, from one of the last remaining tutors in the country. Connected to the rhythms of the earth, corn dollies were also known as harvest tokens. A soothing and relaxing activity, this workshop is beginner friendly.