Abberton Wreath Making
Participants weave a wreath using willow and adorn it with provided greenery, berries, cinnamon sticks, and ribbons. Held inside the visitor centre, the workshop includes crafting instruction, all necessary materials, and a hot drink. Attendees can also bring their own personal decorations, secateurs, or gardening gloves.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
A hot drink is included during the workshop; the visitor-centre café also serves hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches.
Parking
Free parking is available on site.
Accessibility
The event takes place inside the centre, which is wheelchair friendly.
Pets
Assistance dogs are welcome at events.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Head into the visitor centre when you arrive, as the wreath-making session takes place indoors there.
- Bring gardening gloves or secateurs if you prefer to use your own while making the wreath.
- Bring personal decorations if you want to add them to your wreath; provided ribbons and cinnamon sticks are also available.
- Wear festive attire if you wish; outside layers are not required for the indoor session.
- Use the visitor centre café for hot or cold drinks, snacks, ice cream or a light lunch.
Links & Contact
Run by Essex Wildlife Trust
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I make, and what materials are provided?
You’ll weave a willow wreath and decorate it with provided greenery, berries, ribbons and cinnamon sticks. Instructions and materials are supplied.
What should I bring or wear?
You may bring your own gardening gloves, secateurs or wreath decorations. The workshop is indoors, so outside layers are not required; festive attire is encouraged.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available on site.
Is the workshop accessible?
The session is inside the visitor centre, which is wheelchair friendly. Toilets include baby changing in the accessible toilet.
Can I bring a dog, and is there food or drink available?
Assistance dogs are welcome at events. The visitor centre café serves hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream and light lunches.
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