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Christmas Willow Weaving Workshops: Selection of Christmas Decorations
Key details
When:
Date:
Time:
23rd Nov
09:30 - 12:30
23rd Nov
13:30 - 16:30
6th Dec
09:30 - 12:30
6th Dec
13:30 - 16:30
Where:
The Meadow Room, behind Blackthorpe Barn
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Pricing:
Ticket
per person £48
Each person attending requires a ticket
Bookings close on 20th November and 4th December, respectively
Christmas Willow Decorations Workshop
This Christmas come and join Stuart Fidler and Emma Booth – the Coddiwomplers – for a fun, relaxed willow weaving workshop.
Stuart and Emma are two experienced basketmakers who enjoy teaching and they are looking forward to guiding you into making wonderful decorations that can be displayed inside or out.
What Will I do?
- Learn some basic skills and techniques of willow weaving
- make a selection of willow decorations for your home
Who is this workshop suitable for?
- People aged 16 and over
- Beginners; no experience necessary
- Some manual dexterity and strength is required for weaving the willow
Important information
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How it Works
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Come to Blackthorpe Barn and park in one of the free car parks
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Make your way to the Meadow Room, behind Roots Café
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Enjoy making your Christmas decorations and go home feeling proud at what you have achieved
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Browse around the Christmas shop and the Craft Fair or have a coffee at Roots Café
What to Bring
- Wear comfortable clothing
What is provided
- All materials
- Tea, coffee and biscuits
Refund & cancellation policy
If you need to cancel a workshop
If you are unable to attend your booked workshop and notify us at least 7 full days in advance of the workshop date, we can offer a refund or a transfer to the same workshop on an alternative date, providing there are places available or a course is planned for the future.
If cancellation is within 7 full days of your workshop unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund. We do appreciate that sometimes unforeseen circumstances may mean that you can’t attend so we are happy for you to send along a friend to take your place. We will need their name and contact details prior to the workshop.
Our right to cancel a workshop
All our workshops have a minimum attendance level and may be cancelled if too few bookings are received. We reserve the right to cancel or postpone workshops at any time. Should we need to cancel a workshop, we will give you as much notice as possible of the cancellation. You will receive a full refund or, if you prefer, a transfer to an alternative available course, space permitting. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any liability for travel or other costs.
Where to find us
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham,
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
There is plenty of free parking available.
Accessible parking is available near the entrance to the Café/Shop area.
Please Note: The car park closes when the Roots Café closes and the entrance gates are locked after this time.
Blackthorpe Barn is situated just south of Junction 45 of the A14, three miles east of Bury St Edmunds, in the village of Rougham.
Look out for the entrance gates to a long tree-lined avenue at the White House junction, with the Barn on the right of the avenue.
Blackthorpe Barn’s black and white signs direct visitors from local roads.
The Meadow Room can be found behind the old thatched Barn and behind Roots Café.
What3Words for the Meadow Room: hands.dunk.drums
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If you haven’t already put your Christmas tree up, this tree-tutorial will ensure it’s extra special!
All the items used are from the Rougham Estate Shop and have been thoughtfully decorated by Suzie, our shop buyer.
You will be able to find much more information on products, items, and “how to’s” if you follow the Rougham Estate Shop page.
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The best Christmas Market in the area! This weekend the old thatched Barn is literally packed with fabulous hand-crafted goodies made by talented artisans, some creating their work before your eyes at their stalls.
This is but a selection of what is on offer, from bags to glasswork, jewellery to artworks, ceramics, woodwork, food and drink and much more!
These makers are with us for the last time tomorrow, Sunday 7th December, so visit now or miss them this year.
@kate_wrigglesworth @luvdaisydaisy @tim_plunkett_designer_maker @stained_glass_studio @sparetimebyhelena @redbikeleatherworks @lizziebrownceramics @wildknightdistillery @matthewread42 @louisepettersson_craftsperson @hannahdowdingfurniture @lizzingtonbags @kittiwakejewellery @mays_wonderfully_woven @HelenMaxfield @Getknottedmacrame @wendytheobaldwildlife @rosanna_clare @cleoandbel @JadwigaZaleskiJewellery
Come and enjoy a day out in the glorious Suffolk countryside and find the gift you’ve been looking for!
Doors open 10am - 4pm this weekend and next (finishing on 14th December)
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
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Are you ready for Christmas? We’ve got what you need here at Rougham Estate!
This weekend, the Christmas Festival is in full swing.
🌲Freshly-cut Christmas Trees from our own Estate for sale, daily 9:30-5 (4 on Sundays)
Nordman Fir and Spruce trees of varying heights available; potted trees in the courtyard.
🟠 PYO trees with ORANGE labels have been cut and are waiting for you here until Thursday afternoon.
No booking needed, free entry, with tree crèche and tree-loading car park.
🛍️The fabulous Christmas Shop is just next door, full of decoration temptations; open daily 9:30-5 (4 on Sundays)
Customers often say this is like an adult Santa’s Grotto🎅
Fresh, handmade wreaths are sold from the shop too.
No booking needed, free entry.
🎁For quality, hand-crafted gifts don’t miss the stunning Arts&Crafts Fair, where each piece is made by the designer-maker selling it. Artisans from around the country are in the medieval thatched barn, with gifts such as jewellery, leather goods, clothing, ceramics, glassware, furniture, food and more.
This is the Christmas Market not to be missed!
Open this weekend and next, 10-4, entry £3 on the door / £2.50 online, free for 16s and under.
🍽️Roots Café open daily 9-5 (4 on Sundays) for delicious sit-down meals and tasty snacks.
☕️Roots&Co Kiosk serving warming drinks and snacks in the courtyard.
🅿️Plenty of free parking and everything within walking distance in a lovely rural setting.
🚗Easy access: we’re just 2 minutes off the A14, junction 45, east of Bury St Edmunds.
🐕 Dogs welcome everywhere outside and in the café (paws on the floor); dogs must be carried in the shop; only assistance dogs allowed in the Crafts event due to the fragile nature of many items.
🎄It’s all happening here at Blackthorpe Barn - we’re looking forward to seeing you.
Come and make a day of it; enjoy getting your festive preparations sorted here!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolkchristmas #christmasshop #christmasshopping #lovechristmas #suffolkevents
The designer-makers gathered in the Barn this weekend to show and sell their creations, are amazing! From leatherwork to soft furnishings, jewellery, sculptures, artworks, tasty treats to eat and much more, each piece would make a great gift, or a wonderful delight to keep.
The artisans who make each item are present, selling their own work, and with around 50 makers here at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham Estate is the place to come this weekend for quality, hand-crafted gifts.
Makers shown here are:
@kate_wrigglesworth @mays_wonderfully_woven @leatherdesigncraft @merrywoodhandmade @trucklecheese @kittiwakejewellery @juliahulmesculpture @wendytheobaldwildlife @marshpigcharcuterie @j.w.h.mccaughan Janet Powell @flossyfelts @yumyumtreefudgeltd
Doors open 10am - 4pm this weekend and next (finishing on 14th December)
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #artisanmarket #artisanmade #suffolkartsociety #suffolkcraftsociety #suffolkevent #suffolkchristmas #christmasmarket #christmasgiving #makermovement #meetthemakers #makersmarket
Have you seen our handmade wreaths crafted by our creative team here on the Estate?
Each wreath features fresh, beautiful elements that will add a lovely touch to your home - whether you’re looking to place it indoors or outdoors.
Stop by to find one that suits your style! We have plenty.
#RoughamEstate #HandmadeWreaths #magicalChristmas #blackthorpebarn
Still looking for quality gifts? You’re sure to find what you are looking for at Rougham Estate this weekend. Here is but a small selection of the hand-crafted pieces that are in the Blackthorpe Barn, all made and sold by the artisans present. From jewellery to clothing, bird feeders to soft furnishings to artworks and much more, there’s something for everyone.
The makers shown here are:
@peter.dibble.basketmaker @tuliphousenorfolk @birdfeedertree @hannahdowdingfurniture @stained_glass_studio @ceramicsbuyanja @jasminrowlandson @mariannelakerdesigns @katiemillardartist @deeayles @lizziebrownceramics @HelenMaxfield
Doors open 10am - 4pm this weekend and next (finishing on 14th December)
Day tickets £2.50 online (£3 on the door)
Children 16 and under: free
Assistance dogs only
Just east of Bury St Edmunds Suffolk, Junction 45, A14
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #artisanmarket #artisanmade #suffolkartsociety #suffolkcraftsociety #suffolkevent #suffolkchristmas #christmasmarket #christmasgiving
Have you got a colour theme or particular style this Christmas?
if you need to add to your collection, at the @roughamestateshop we have colour themes and styles to suit nearly every home. From disco to snow, from scandi to Woodland and much, much more.
It’s the place to go this Christmas!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #makingmagicalmemories #christmasshop
If the Christmas woodland theme wasn’t your cup of tea, then how about this Rococo style?
The flamboyant and ornate style of art, originated in 18th-century France, is characterised by its decorative asymmetry, curving lines, and use of light colors, pastel palettes, and natural motifs like shells and flowers. It certainly makes a statement.
Christmas is the perfect time to inject some flair into your home and this style is perfect for that.
All items are in the shop to create your own rococo style at home. Follow the @roughamestateshop to find out how!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #christmasshop
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