Dovecote Willow reviews

Paula Adams reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Oh boy, where to begin. Vicky is patient, clear, articulate and funny! My daughter and I had a marvellous time making willow hedgehogs which are so cute. The environment was perfect, tea, coffee and biscuits all available. And now we are both actively looking to book on Vicky's other courses. We both highly recommend Vicky at Dovecote Willow - you will have a fab time and come away with something unique and wonderful! Thank you so much Vicky."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"That is so lovely to hear, thank you Paula for taking the time to write a review 🙏 It would be lovely to see you both again xx"

Les Parfitt reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop

"A very good course with a great instructor, the finished product was very impressive."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Les, lovely to meet you and I’m so pleased that you love your finished obelisk! Best wishes Vicky "

Sally reviewed: Willow Pumpkin workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"We had a fabulous time, lovely calm morning of making and we are both delighted with our pumpkins! We are already looking at dates for another willow course next year. Thank you :)"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Sally 🙏 You were a pleasure to teach and I’m so glad that you were pleased with your pumpkins. Looking forward to seeing you again Vicky "

Sarah reviewed: Willow Bird House workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Amazing workshop, Vicky is so lovely, so knowledgeable and very attentive. The bird house is a lovely introduction to willow weaving with just the right amount of time to comfortably complete your own bird house. Very therapeutic and enjoyable, well worth the money. Would highly recommend."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Sarah 🙏 You were a pleasure to teach xx"

Jill reviewed: Willow Swallows workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Really enjoyed the workshop, well organised and clear instructions. Looking forward to the next workshop with Vicky"

Jackie reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop near Tewkesbury

"Vicky is everything that you would want in a tutor, patient, friendly and good at explaining how to unravel the mysteries of working with Willow. The atmosphere was informal and fun, and we all ended up with beautiful obelisks. Excellent directions for the venue, which is a lovely old hall."

Jenny Body reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop near Tewkesbury

"I was very pleased that I was able to take my obelisk home, it was trickier to make than I expected and Vicky was great at helping me out "

Helen reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop near Tewkesbury

"Really enjoyed this workshop. Vicky was an excellent instructor and we all went home very pleased with what we had created. I recommend this workshop "

Susan Southey reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Loved making my hedgehog. Vicky was so friendly and helpful, and the whole group were relaxed and happy. Would thoroughly recommend and will look out for other craft courses. "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Susan, it was a pleasure teaching you, hope to see you again xx"

Lisa Gillings reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Brilliant course and Vicky was super helpful at explaining things. She was very patient and offered lots of guidance. The session broken down into steps that were easy to follow. Biscuits were great too! "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Lisa, wonderful hedgehogs all round! Xx"

Gill Lacey reviewed: Willow Deer Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"An excellent day thank you Vicky. Great tuition, very relaxed and we all managed to finish on time with completed willow deer. Lots of approval from family! Gill"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Gill, I’m so glad that you enjoyed the day and are pleased with your wonderful deer! Best wishes Vicky "

RoseB reviewed: Willow Deer Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Excellent day. Not done willow sculpture before so doing this course was throwing myself in at the deep end, but had a great time, learned a lot and came away with a finished deer. Definitely going to do more willow sculpture. Really enjoyed the day. Thank you "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Rose, you were a pleasure to work with. I’m so glad that you enjoyed the day 🙏 "

Paul reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Really could not fault. An enjoyable 4 hours"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it, you were a talented bunch! Vicky "

Julie reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Excellent course, great venue which allows it to be very sociable with other attendees. Vicky was lovely and patient teacher. Highly recommend"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Julie, you were a pleasure to teach. I’m glad you enjoyed it! Vicky "

Dawn Jones reviewed: Willow Christmas Reindeer Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Four of us attended this course, ages ranging from 13 to 82. We all really enjoyed the day and all came away with a willow reindeer we were proud of. Vicky was very patient and helpful and made the day very special."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Dawn, I’m so glad you enjoyed the day!"

Helen Bridges reviewed: Willow Christmas Reindeer Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Fantastic session making willow reindeer. Very well organised and friendly tutor."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Helen, I’m glad you enjoyed the day "

Gill reviewed: Willow Christmas Stars Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Fantastic workshop. Vicky was very good and supportive throughout. I have booked on another of her workshops so I think that speaks for itself."

Tracy Hewitt reviewed: Willow Christmas Stars Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"The workshop was great fun! A small group so not noisy or overwhelming, tea available to help yourself to when you wanted to. Vicky was incredibly welcoming and also very patient and helpful to us willow weaving novices. Three hours was enough time (with a lot of help from Vicky) to make a large star, a reindeer and a mini Christmas tree, so very satisfying to turn up at home with all of my goodies. Thank you for a wonderful morning Vicky. "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Tracy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the session! Best wishes Vicky "

Tony Clarke and Sally-ann Rhodes reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"A fantastic few hours of creative bliss! We have long wanted to make our own willow products, and this was the perfect way to spend a few hours on a Saturday morning. Vicky strikes the perfect balance between instruction and assistance, allowing us to push on with our creations whilst always being on hand to give guidance where needed. As willow novices, we really enjoyed this four-hour session which was simultaneously challenging, rewarding and relaxing in equal measure. We cannot recommend Vicky highly enough!"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, it was a pleasure to share my love of willow with you! Vicky "

Karen reviewed: Willow Pumpkin workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Great soul food experience. Vicky explained each step, demonstrating what to do and checking in with everyone as we worked. My pumpkin looks great and everyone who’s seen it, loves it. Location of workshop added to experience and there was a group of happy pumpkin holders by end. Only downside was farm shop, coffee shop & vintage wares were closing as we finished so I’ll have to come back to have time to browse. Workshop was brilliant! Well worth driving up from Wiltshire for and great value for money. Will be looking out for more from Vicky. "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you in so much Karen, your pumpkin was amazing! I’m sorry you didn’t get your coffee for the journey home, I definitely need to allow more time for pumpkins next year"

Rose reviewed: Willow Pumpkin workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"This was a lovely experience! I've never done anything like this before, so it was great to try and I was able to bring home something that resembled a pumpkin. Vicky was great at explaining the steps of the process and ready to offer advice and help when needed."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, you were a pleasure to teach! "

Rachel reviewed: Willow Deer Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Absolutely fabulous, looking forward to the next one"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much ☺️ it was a lovely day and you all did so well!"

Michele Brook reviewed: Willow Flower - Allium/Poppy Seed Head Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Great workshop. The poppyseed head is now in pride of place in the garden. Welcomed the opportunity to also purchase other willow items from Vicky. Good location. Will book another one soon. "

Barbara reviewed: Willow Flower - Allium/Poppy Seed Head Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"I had a lovely relaxing morning and am very happy with the end result. I hope to attend more of these workshops in the future. "

Mandy Bown reviewed: Willow Catalan Tray Taster Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"The willow weaving course I did was really enjoyable. I’m thinking about doing another one!"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Mandy, you were a pleasure to teach! 🤩"