Weird and Wonderful Wood 15th and 16th of May 2010
Wood is Man’s oldest natural resource . . . He has no older or deeper
debt
(Hugh Johnson)
Weird and Wonderful Wood is to be held again at the beautiful Haughley Park, Wetherden (just off the A14 near Stowmarket).
Last year’s Weird and Wonderful Wood had a marvellous turnout and saw more visitors than ever before over the weekend! It was wonderful to see lots of new faces, young and old, as well as many established artists and crafts people who come along each year for the enjoyment of the weekend.
This year’s two day event is set to feature even more demonstrations and workshops. Visitors will be able to meet over fifty artists and craftspeople, enjoy watching their practical skills and appreciate their creations. There will be yurts, tepees, domes and even a working mobile sawmill on site, so if you want to bring your own tree, it can be cut for you.
Two of our special features this year will be archery for all, and the Monkey-Do tree climbing experience, which was so much fun last year.
There will be lots of demonstrations including carving and sculpture, fine designer furniture making, musical instrument making, displays by traditional fletchers and bowyers, didgeridoo making, chain saw carving, hurdle making, wood turning, pole lathe turning, sign writing, as well as coracle making and wagon displays.
Workshops which everyone can take part in include activities such as archery, making Tree Bogletts, withy work, weaving, papermaking, pole lathe turning, scrap wood, puppet making, jewellery making and den building.
If you have not been before, you will find it a friendly, relaxed event with something for all the family. There is no hassle or rush. Enjoy yourself at your own pace and there is a wealth of excellent locally sourced and produced food and drink (including a licensed bar) on offer when you want a break.
Weird and Wonderful Wood is a unique and exciting event which is never the same from year to year. There are new things happening and new experiences every time. There are different demonstrations, different stalls, new ‘spontaneous happenings’, different workshops for children and adults - as well as established favourites.
But one aspect never changes, the event’s very special atmosphere that sees people coming back year after year. For those who love beautiful wooden objects, are fascinated to see how they are made and would like to try making things for themselves, all in a truly stunning setting – both indoors and out - this has become an annual experience not to be missed.
The event is organised by Stow Hundreds, a non profit making organisation, and Robert Williams has once again kindly invited us to use his lovely grounds and beautiful barn in Haughley Park.
Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th May 2010 Haughley Park, Wetherden, Nr Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 3JY.
Times: Saturday, 11.00 – 6.00pm; Sunday, 11.00 – 5.00pm
Admission per day: Adults - £5 Concessions - £3 Children under 12 - £2.
For further details please phone Tarby Davenport on 01359 240724 or
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Review from 2008 - by Hayley
Weird and Wonderful Wood Festival 2008.
We went to the event with my parents and our 3 children of varying ages, not only were there fascinating objects and items to look at, there were also many people you could watch whilst they made their amazing objects and creations. Many things for the children to make and do most of which were free. The event venue was a gorgeous place to be and there was plenty of choice on offer of things to eat and drink. Also some beautiful items of furniture and various thing to purchase or order on the day too. An interesting good day out for the whole family....would highly recommend. Definitely weird but wonderful too.
