Learn an ancient way to weave gorgeous designs, and craft your own Viking belt!
Tickets £65
We’re delighted to host this workshop by artisan crafter Drakos Dottir at the farm! Under her expert guidance, and using period-appropriate materials and tools, you’ll discover the art of tablet weaving and create a Viking-style woven band! Perfect for use as a belt or for decorating existing clothing, this band will be crafted from naturally-dyed wool in a range of colours, and you’ll have enough wool to create a band up to 2 metres long!
Spend the day learning the history of tablet weaving and its uses, and go home with your own gorgeous woven Viking band!
About the workshop
10am - 4pm with a break for lunch
Use naturally-dyed wool in a range of colours
Learn an ancient form of weaving with tablets, shuttle, and looms
Take your project home to complete
Set in the unique surroundings of Butser Ancient Farm’s historic buildings
This is a hosted workshop; please make your booking by contacting the tutor at drakosdottir@gmail.com.
Included in your ticket
Entrance to the farm, a full day’s tuition and expertise, and all the tools and materials necessary to tablet weave your own band or belt.
This workshop is intended for adults, but suitable for ages 12+. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults do not need workshop tickets themselves but are required to pay the site entrance fee.
Please wear sensible clothing and footwear for this workshop. Lunch is not included, although sandwiches (subject to availability), hot and cold drinks, and snacks are sold in our gift shop. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic if you prefer!
To book your tickets or raise any mobility concerns, special requirements, or other questions, please contact the tutor at drakosdottir@gmail.com for help!