Underwoodsman

30/08/2026

My workshop!

Here's John Waller Underwoodsman in his workshop. Did you know he runs courses in traditional woodland crafts, from hedgelaying to hurdle making, spoon whittling to basket making?

Skills that have shaped this landscape for centuries, still very much alive at Bore Place.

Head to his website: https://www.underwoodsman.co.uk/ to see what's on and book your places.

23/07/2026

Making a shelter for the Basketmakers Hut for at .

Locally grown organic willow on a Kent chestnut frame.

I undertake this kind of commission so get in touch if you are near Kent, UK

20/07/2026

Making a shopping basket with our own organic willow. Baskets made to order in Kent, UK - see website for details.

24/06/2026

Willow harvested from my willow patch this winter and now turned into a continuous weave willow fence.

It will last 8-10 years. Can be treated with a mix of linseed oil and white spirit. Like and follow for more rustic fences!

17/06/2026

Bunches of home-grown hybrid willow woven around chestnut stakes to create a unique flowing continuous weave fence tailored to specific requirements.

The chestnut has no roots so will not grow.

This fence will last approximately 8-10 years. It can be treated with a mix of linseed oil and white spirit as a preservative.

All materials grown and harvested in Kent 🇬🇧

Like and follow for more fences! More details (including prices) on my website (link in bio).

08/06/2026

A beautiful transition!

02/06/2026

Another beautiful continuous weave willow fence on chestnut stakes.

20/05/2026

Continuous weave bunched willow on chestnut stakes. All grown in Kent (UK).

14/05/2026

Continuous weave whole-rod hazel fence on chestnut uprights (which won’t take root). Lasts between 8 and 10 years. Everything grown in Kent, UK (except the Landrover).

09/05/2026

Installing a whole-rod hazel fence. All grown in Kent, UK.