Naturally Useful

Our ethos is to reconnect people to nature by making tactile functional things from materials that are naturally occurring and readily available. It is our intention to step lightly on the planet and by caring for it we are provided with the resources to make and sustain our lifestyle choice. The act of making using traditional hand skills can bring tranquility, connect us to the present, and provide peace of mind, body and soul.
By sharing our skills, we offer this experience to others through hand-making. Students can gain confidence, feel a sense of empowerment and fulfilment through an holistic experience, resulting in a beautiful item that can be used and admired. It is our intention to help people from all backgrounds to experience the sense of well being that can be found in making. From a simple woven basket for the home or a naturally felted rug to your own willow coffin.
We're delighted to be expanding our health and wellbeing work on the willow field with tailored groups and volunteering opportunities, creating an inclusive space where people can connect and create with each other and nature through growing and crafting.
Every Tuesday we offer gardening and crafting groups for adults with learning disabilities, autism and additional support needs.
"New hands weaving old ways, new roots shaping wholesome days"