one-day course

willow hurdle making

location: Sheffield

Hurdles are traditional fence panels that have been used for a variety of different functions over the years, from animal enclosures to walls of houses. This course will give you a chance to learn with Alistair Hayhurst - a master of this craft.

Based in Wirksworth, Derbyshire Alistair sources his materials from sustainably managed woodlands, coppicing and harvesting the materials he uses during the winter months.

The course covers:

  • Introduction to tools and materials
  • Woodland management, including willow coppicing
  • Sourcing and grading willow
  • Preparing zales (uprights) and base weave
  • Introduction to different methods of splitting willow

dates: see 'book online' below

more on hurdles


how to book:

  

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arrive:
  
for a 9.30am prompt start
depart:
  
after the course finishes at 4.30pm
directions:
  
sent with booking confirmation
what to bring:
  
work clothes; pen and notebook; packed lunch
let us know:
  
if you have any special needs
price:
  
£60
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course
lunch:
  
bring a packed lunch
car sharing:
  
visit our car sharing forum to offer or request a lift
 




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

the venue is an educational facility in the largest ancient woodland in South Yorkshire