Basketry Willow Bed Work Volunteer Sessions

Wednesday, 19th February, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, 19th February, 1pm - 3.30pm

Thursday, 20th February, 10am - 12.30pm

Thursday, 20th February, 1pm - 3.30pm

Sunday, 23rd February, 12pm - 3pm

Book here: https://volunteersignup.org/CMAXA

This year, 2025, the new 1 year old willow bed planted in late Winter/ early Spring 2024 will get its first cut as it has been so successful and is growing strongly. We will make new cuttings from the material we harvest to infill any cuttings that haven't taken. We will weed around the edges and amongst the plants.

The original bed, planted in early 2022, needs some consideration as it is really weedy and our mulching efforts haven't come to much- so, more weeding, probably pollarding of the now 3 year old 'Carl Jensen' willow which is at the East end, and some head scratching about the other two varieties (Norfolks and Harrisons) and their management.

Please dress for the weather, much of the work will be kneeling, and bring gloves if you have them. You don't need to bring secateurs for any of the cutting work as I have plenty and I will have them nice and sharp.

Please don't feel you have to stay for all the slot you sign up for, likewise feel free to stay on for longer or sign up for multiple slots in the day!