Natural Christmas Workshops 2026
Get creative at the Hogs Back Brewery with our natural workshops November and December 2026. Join Lorraine and team from Surrey-based company, Hedges and Hurdles Country Skills & Crafts, to make your own masterpiece using natural, sustainable materials to wow your family and friends. Choose from traditional Christmas Wreaths to Willow Angels and Traditional Swedish Stars.
Friday 27th November
Natural Christmas Wreath 10.00 – 12.30
Traditional Swedish Star 13.30 – 16.00
Thursday 10th December
Willow Angel 10.00 – 12.30
Traditional Swedish Star 13.30 – 16.00
Willow Angel
Craft your very own Willow Angel in this inspiring and hands-on workshop. Using natural willow, you’ll learn simple weaving and binding techniques to shape either a small angel, perfect as a decoration or gift, or a larger angel, ideal as a striking feature for your home or garden.
This workshop is beginner-friendly and guided step by step, encouraging creativity, mindfulness, and a connection with natural materials. By the end, you’ll leave with a beautiful handcrafted angel – a symbol of peace, protection, and inspiration to cherish for years to come.
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Celebrate the festive season with your team through a creative, nature-inspired experience. Our Natureal Christmas Wreath Workshop invites you to unwind and connect while crafting beautiful, sustainable wreaths using natural materials — including willow, fresh seasonal foliage, dried seed heads, seed pods, and grasses.
Guided by our expert tutors, you will enjoy a relaxed, hands-on session that encourages collaboration, creativity, and wellbeing. This workshop offers the perfect blend of festive spirit and sustainability, leaving everyone with a stunning handmade wreath and a shared sense of achievement.
A memorable and meaningful team celebration!
Traditional Swedish Star
Discover the charm of Nordic tradition in this hands-on Traditional Swedish Star Workshop. Participants use contrasting willows to weave two stars, which are then joined together to create a striking Traditional Swedish Star. Different sizes can be combined for a unique effect, resulting in a decorative piece perfect for seasonal displays or festive décor. Guided step by step, this tactile session combines craftsmanship with creativity, offering a mindful and engaging experience.
The workshop encourages patience, collaboration, and playful creativity. Everyone leaves with a finished star – a beautiful, handcrafted keepsake.
No prior experience necessary. Booking essential.
Please note bookings are made via Hedges & Hurdles Country Skills & Crafts.