This year, Sacrewell is excited to host Nene Coppicing and Crafts and leather craftsman Justin Capp for a series of heritage craft workshops. Visitors can experience traditional techniques, learn new skills, and connect with artisans dedicated to preserving these crafts.
Nene Coppicing and Crafts
Nene Coppicing and Crafts is a volunteer-led community group based near Peterborough, promoting heritage woodland skills and conservation. Their site, hosted by Natural England, features ancient woodland where they have revived traditional coppicing and charcoal-making practices to benefit local biodiversity.
The group regularly demonstrates their skills at shows such as Sandringham and Burghley and offers workshops at Sacrewell, covering crafts like green woodworking, willow work, and sheep fleece crafts. Additional workshops can be arranged based on interest.
Upcoming Workshops with Nene Coppicing and Crafts:
- Make a Large Willow Dragonfly – Saturday, 12th April
- Introduction to Willow Basketmaking – Saturday 31 May, Saturday 21 June, Saturday 5th July
For bookings, visit nenecoppice.org or email nenecoppicingandcrafts@gmail.com
Justin Capp – Master of Leatherwork
Justin Capp, a leather craftsman with over 30 years of experience, will share his expertise at Sacrewell. Justin holds weekly classes at his Northamptonshire studio and teaches at a London fashion school. His leatherwork journey began with decorative carving and moulding inspired by Celtic mythology, leading to creations for storytellers, museums, and international fashion catwalks.
His passion lies in traditional techniques such as hand stitching, beeswax burnishing, and copper riveting, celebrating leather’s versatile nature.
Upcoming Workshops with Justin Capp:
- Introduction to Hand-Stitched Leatherwork – Friday, 26th April
- Make a Leather Dog Lead & Personalised Dog Walk Pouch – Saturday, 27th April
To book, email justincapp4@gmail.com or call 07925279025.
To find out more about heritage craft workshops, visit our event page here.