Christmas Wheat Weaving Decorations Workshop at Walmer Castle

DATE

Sat 15 Nov 2025 

TIME

11am - 12.30pm

LOCATION

Walmer Castle and Gardens 

SUITABLE FOR

Adults

Join Carol Partridge for an afternoon of wheat weaving to create your very own Christmas decorations at Walmer Castle.

Carol is a specialist in making intricately crafted corn dollies and other wheat woven items, and is one of only a handful of remaining straw weavers left in the UK. Learn the history of the craft whilst you get weaving and make at least 2 pieces to take home.

Children aged over 12 years old are welcome when accompanied by another ticket holding adult.

Hot drinks, biscuits and light buffet provided during the workshop.

All materials provided.

Please note that you will be handling wheat with your hands and there will be debris in the room throughout the activity. Those with allergies should check if this is a suitable activity for them.

Site entry to Walmer Castle is not included. If you would like to look around Walmer Castle and Gardens, you can book online or purchase site entry on the day on site.

Prices

Type Price
Member (Adult) £47.50
Adult £50

Price Notes

Site entry to Walmer Castle is not included. If you would like to look around Walmer Castle and Gardens, you can book online or purchase site entry on the day on site.

English Heritage members get a discount on tickets to this event.

Children aged over 12 years old are welcome when accompanied by another ticket holding adult. Children's ticket prices will cost £50.

How to book

Click the 'Book your tickets to Wheat Weaving at Walmer Castle' button above. Select the number of tickets you need, select the event date and click 'Continue'. Then, please follow the instructions on the screen. If you are a member, click 'Member login' to claim your member discount.

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Property: Walmer Castle and Gardens
Address: Kingsdown Road, Deal, CT14 7LJ
Location: Deal, Kent, South East

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