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Cordage rope with a bead and pinecone attached on a green tarp.

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Wild Skills: Cordage Making Workshop

Location:
Grosvenor Square, Wheatsheaf Building
52 Grosvenor Square, London, W1K 6LF
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Do you know how to make string? Behind this item lies human history and innovation, join us to learn this wild, forgotten technique.

Event details

Meeting point

The Wheatsheaf Building, immediately to your right as you enter Grosvenor Square from the south side (opposite the Biltmore Mayfair). Next to the Eagle Squadrons Memorial. What3words: path.online.sake

Date

Time
7:00pm - 8:30pm
A static map of Wild Skills: Cordage Making Workshop

About the event

Using natural fibres already harvested from London parks, learn how to make cordage; an ancient string making technique that was used for fishing nets to accessories. Then make your own beads out of elder and add it to your cordage necklace to complete the look!

What to expect:

  • All materials provided
  • Guided instructions from experienced workshop facilitators
  • A cordage necklace to take home
  • A warm room

Note this event is not suitable for those under 18.

All proceeds from this event enable London Wildlife Trust's mission of nature recovery for a thriving city.

Know before you go

Dogs

On a lead

Dogs to be kept on leads at all times. Dogs should be kept clear of the children’s play area and the edges of the wetlands.

Mobility

Grosvenor Square has been designed for everyone and is wheelchair accessible and step-free. There is an accessible toilet.

Wheelchair access

The Wheatsheaf building and square are fully wheelchair accessible.
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Facilities

Toilets
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Accessible trails

Contact us

Engagement Team
Contact email: engagement@wildlondon.org.uk