- All willow is grown on our family farm in Somerset
- Specialised willow knowledge & expertise
- We’re a 4th-generation, award-winning, family business
- A sustainable & environmentally conscious company
Available March-May
Willow is available in different varieties and lengths and is processed to produce a wide range of finishes. Willow is measured the old-fashioned way. Rods are dropped into a sunken oil drum and held up against a measuring stick marked in foot increments, so a 5ft bundle of rods may contain a range of rods from 4ft to 5ft.
The seasonality of our willow varies depending on the type.
View our guide to willow seasonality for more information.
The stage between green (fresh cut) and brown (dry). Semi-dry willow still has some flexibility. May require soaking and mellowing. Available in different varieties and lengths.
Available March-May
Black Maul is a supple and versatile willow. The willow isn’t black – it only takes on a black hue when steamed. Black Maul is held in high regard by weavers and is suitable for a beginner to use.
Semi-dry Black Maul willow may require soaking and mellowing to make it pliable.
Basketry work
Sculptures
Hurdles
3ft, 4ft, 5ft, 6ft
Available March-May
Brittany Green willow rods stay roughly the same thickness throughout their length. The name is a little misleading as the willow is predominately dark grey. A member of the Salix Purpurea variety, when dry, the top section of the willow turns a purple/dark brown.
The dark colour gives Brittany Green a rustic feel making it a great choice for weaving medieval or re-enactment baskets. Semi-dry willow may require soaking and mellowing to make it pliable.
Basketry
Sculptures
3ft, 4ft, 5ft, 6ft
