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Besom Brooms and Samhain Stories: A Full‑Day Besom Broom Making Workshop in Belfast
A full‑day, hands‑on workshop teaching the ancient craft of making a besom broom from sustainably sourced materials, paired with fireside folklore—useful for travelers who want a focused, cultural craft experience.
Besom Brooms and Samhain Stories: A Full‑Day Besom Broom Making Workshop in Belfast.
In Belfast, An Droichead hosts a full‑day Besom Broom Making Workshop that pairs practical craft instruction with folklore: participants use sustainably and locally gathered natural materials to construct their own besom and gather by the fire for Samhain stories led by Heather McDermott. The session is delivered in English and places are limited.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Make a Traditional Besom
Over the course of the day participants learn hands‑on techniques to build a besom broom from all‑natural materials gathered sustainably and locally—an immersion in a craft with deep rural roots.
Fireside Folklore for Samhain
The workshop includes storytelling by the fire, connecting the practical work of broom‑making with Samhain traditions and local folklore.
Led by Heather McDermott
The session is facilitated by Heather McDermott, who guides participants through the process and the accompanying folk narratives that frame the day.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The workshop unfolds as a focused, communal day: arrival and introduction, hands‑on broom construction with natural, locally sourced materials, shared lunch, and stories by the fire that place the craft in the seasonal context of Samhain. Expect a steady, workshop‑style rhythm over a single full day.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full‑day workshop running 10:00–16:00; lunch is included.
Meeting point is An Droichead in Belfast; confirm details with the operator before arrival.
The workshop uses all‑natural materials that are gathered sustainably and locally for the broom‑making process.
The session is delivered in English; inquire with the operator about accessibility or special requirements prior to booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the workshop?
It is a full‑day workshop running from 10:00 to 16:00.
Where do we meet?
Meeting location is An Droichead in Belfast.
Is lunch provided?
Yes — lunch is included as part of the full‑day workshop.
Who runs the workshop?
The workshop is facilitated by Heather McDermott.
Is this suitable for children?
No — this is an adult workshop.
Are the materials sustainably sourced?
Yes — participants work with natural materials gathered sustainably and locally.