Weave a Willow Potato Basket

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This event is organised by the Walled Garden Helen's Bay

Join us for our "Weave a traditional Irish Potato Basket or Sciathog" workshop in the Walled Garden and explore the traditions of Irish willow basketry.

The Sciathog (pronounced skeeogue) takes its name from the Irish word for shield (sciath) and was traditionally used to strain boiled potatoes. With the season of Irish new potatoes fast approaching and the much-anticipated harvest of our PGI-status Comber Earlies, this handcrafted basket could be a charming addition to your kitchen—or perhaps a stylish bread basket or fruit bowl to impress your guests!

Spend the day learning this traditional craft with talented local willow artist, Heather McDermott using sustainable willow grown in our Salley Garden. You'll be working in a beautiful heritage setting, enjoying good food, great company, and leaving with a handcrafted basket to be proud of.

Workshop Details:

Ticket: £85
Includes all tuition, tools, materials and preformed basket loops
Enjoy homemade morning/afternoon tea and a delicious lunch
Suitable for all abilities (over 18s only)

Dietary requirements

Please ensure that you check with all members of your party regarding food allergies, intolerances, and dietary requirements prior to booking tickets. It is the responsibility of the ticketholder to inform the host venue about food allergies, intolerances and specific dietary requirements.  This must be done at the time of booking via the direct online booking system with the Walled Garden Helen's Bay.

Taste Summer in Ards and North Down Programme 

This event is taking place during Taste Summer in Ards and North Down, during which local providers are running lots of fabulous foodie activities. Find out more about everything happening across the borough as part of this celebration of local food and drink, view Taste Summer Programme.

Any queries?

This event is organised by the Walled Garden Helen's Bay​, any queries please contact them direct on 07704 456 109 or email info@thewalledgardenhelensbay.com. Please ensure that you read and understand all terms and conditions associated with this event as per the Walled Garden Helen's Bay on booking.

Please note all events are subject to change.