The Willow Industry in Somerset

Binding the Withies 

Rod, using hitherto unknown skills, sizing the withies *

Basket making

The next day a drive to Burton Bradstock in Dorset.  After walking to West Bay for lunch, a delightful stroll along the beach back to Burton Bradstock 

Resting on the beach *

A warm and sunny afternoon with delightful views

Chesil Beach with Portland Bill in the background