The more time we spend with withy pot makers through the Withy Lore project, the more aware we’ve become of the differences in style, size and character of withy pots (willow pots used to catch shellfish). Looking at a pot now, we see subtle differences in technique, form and materials. Each of these elements tells […]
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Withy Lore Oral Histories
With the Withy Lore project now underway, we have been enjoying spending time with people who have experience of making withy pots- willow pots to catch shellfish. Only a handful of people with this skill remain, so now feels like an apt time to capture oral histories from a time when making withy pots remained […]
Having a go at making a withy pot
Over the past year we have been working with Anna Pope to shape an exciting new project which aims to explore and celebrate the withy pot craft. We’ve spent a lot of time listening to the community and have recently submitted funding applications to (hopefully!) make this project happen. After the relief of having tackled […]
Gwelen Podcasts – The Sea from Land in Mounts Bay
As you move around the coastline of Mounts Bay, your view of the Mount and bay shifts. As the weather and the seasons change, it shifts even more. Some views, such as coming along the A30 through Crowlas when the Mount suddenly appears, are treasured by many… the sign of “Ah we’re home”. And some […]
