We will be at the following events
If you like to come and meet us, we will be at the following events.
Celt skills Weekend in the hills
9/10 May 2026
Once known as Weekend in the Woods, this popular two-day event is now held at Slieve Aughty Centre, an eco-friendly and certified organic venue, situated 10 km outside Loughrea town in county Galway.
Come learn a skill, soak up the culture, have fun and make everlasting friendships!
Courses Scheduled in 2025 Include:
Mixed Metal and Silver Jewelry
Longbow Making
Herblore
Foraging
Bushcraft Survival for adults
Woodcarving
Willow Weaving
Sheepskin Tanning
Súgán Chair Building
Bowl turning on a Foot Powered Lathe
Leather Work
Print Making (A course for children)
Fish- Skin Tanning
Felting
Stone wall building
Stone carving
Forest school {a course for children}
Make a Traditional style frame drum (Shamanic drum)
Cleft gate making
A Weekend of Willow Weaving at Common Knowledge
Embark on a two-day journey into the world of willow weaving and create two of your own handmade baskets.
In this workshop hosted by
Westcountry Willows, participants will delve into the ancient craft of basketry, learning the intricate techniques that transform supple willow rods into two functional and beautiful baskets.
https://www.ourcommonknowledge.org/weekendofwillowweaving
Willow Basket Weaving Workshops
Weave Your Own Willow Basket in Ballinamore!
Join award-winning basketmakers Kate and Alan Burrows of Westcountry Willows for a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a beautiful, handcrafted willow basket from start to finish.
Learn age-old techniques, connect with natural materials – and take home a basket to treasure for life!
https://www.leitrimartschool.ie/ballinamore-classes/
Event demonstrations
We enjoy demonstrating the ancient skill of basket making at various festivals, street fairs, reenactments and other events. We can also create baskets at the event and engage with the public, explaining the history and techniques of basketry. Demonstrating heritage crafts at events can help draw additional people who stay longer.
If you'd like to book us for your festival or event, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.