Bedfordshire Basketmakers
22 Tilsworth Road,, LU7 9JA
Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Business profile
We are a small company in South Bedfordshire making willow baskets, often referred to as wicker baskets, using traditional techniques.Paul began weaving as a hobby in 1993 and makes very strong and attractive baskets using willow in many natural colours. Specialising in custom-made baskets he has produced numerous designs including birdcages for releasing doves at weddings and funerals, vintage cars, roman shields, eco friendly coffins are popular and kitchen baskets. A ship's bell basket for HMS Richmond was a great privilege to make.As a maker of baskets for many television programmes his largest commission, the 7ft high 'Wicker Man', was featured on Anglia News.Diane makes plant supports and hand twisted willows, and looks after the marketing and mail order side of the business.We give talks with demonstrations to clubs and groups and our items are also available for purchase.If you need any repairs to old or damaged baskets, need advice or wish to discuss your ideas we will be happy to assist.Below you will see a range of baskets and other items that are normally available from our stock. If you wish to have an item made using specific sizes or colours please contact us for information.Bicycle basketsBottle carriers, round and rectangular for 2, 4, or 6 bottlesBread baskets, round and ovalCat baskets with hoodDog basketsDoll's cradlesDuck nestersEel trapsEgg basketsFishing basketsFishing creelsGarden trugs, oval and rectangular Linen and wet laundry basketsLog basketsMagazine racksPet carriersPicnic hampers, rectangular and shooter stylePotato hoppersShopping baskets, oval and rectangularStair basketsStorage basketsUmbrella basketsWaste paper basketsHand twisted willows for home decoration in 3 sizesPlant supports for perennial plantsWigwams (obelisks) for climbing plants from 3ft - 6ft height
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Wicker baskets
A wide variety of baskets made to a very high standard. Pau...
Willow baskets
Bedfordshire Basketmakers has over 15 years of experience f...