Willow and Wetlands Visitor Centre Outdoors

Introducing our stunning collection of willow designs and willow products, all hand made in Somerset, England. Our collection includes traditional and contemporary willow baskets, garden structures, exclusive willow gift ideas and practical additions for your home.

Based in the Somerset Levels, the heart of the willow industry, P H Coate and Son has been growing 'Withies' and producing willow products since 1819. Visit our exciting Visitor Centre to find out more.

The Centre is owned and run by the Coate family, who have been growing willow on the Somerset Levels since 1819. Visitors will find a warm welcome and are invited to learn about the history and art of willow growing and basketmaking. The Centre was opened by David Bellamy in 1987 and has proved a huge tourism success for Somerset.

You will also find a wonderful selection of basketware to buy, handcrafted from Coate's own willow, by their team of skilled basketmakers. Why not call in to our tea rooms to enjoy tea and a homemade cake after your stroll around the centre!