Lantern Making and Winter Celebration

Lantern Making and Winter Celebration

Event details


Come along on the eve of winter for an afternoon of creative lantern making at West Stow Country Park.


You will join wild craft enthusiast Jon Tyler, to work with willow and other natural materials to make and decorate your very own wonderful eco-friendly candle lanterns.

Create and decorate your lantern, then take your creations on an atmospheric guided twilight walk through the Country Park to mark the coming of winter.

Further info
  • Suitable for ages 7 +
  • (Ages 16 & under must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Meet at the visitor centre
  • All materials and equipment will be provided
  • This workshop is outdoors, please wear appropriate clothing
  • Please note there is a variety of terrain within the Country Park
  • Parking fee: £3.00 for all day
  • This workshop excludes admission to the Anglo-Saxon Village
  • Please do not bring dogs

The cost of this event is heavily subsidised due to the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, who support the Brecks Fen Edge and Rivers Landscape partnership scheme to facilitate inclusive engagement opportunities).

Jon Tyler is an experienced forager and bush-craft practitioner with a natural passion and enthusiasm for wildlife, wild food and outdoor living. For more information, visit: wildforwoods.co.uk

Times: 2pm-5pm
Tickets: £5 for adults, children (16 & under) go free
Booking: Essential via Eventbrite
Venue: West Stow Country Park

This event is promoted by Brecks Fen Edge and Rivers Landscape Partnership

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