ATHELNEY

The Athelney is a wicker basket coffin woven with our highest quality willow. It is named after the village of Athelney, which lies just a few miles away from our farm. Athelney is said to be the place where King Alfred hid from the Vikings in the home of a peasant woman, whose cakes he mistakenly let burn.

The Athelney is a highly customisable coffin, woven in a simple classic style and weave. The main body of the Athelney can be woven in buff, white, or antique willow.

The Athelney can also be customised to incorporate coloured bands and handles. These are available in a range of hand-dyed colours.

This style has a traditional shape, but the Athelney is also available with a curved end.

  • Hand woven by a member of our skilled basket making team
  • Willow is grown, graded & hand dyed on our farm
  • Natural processes are used to create white willow
  • Free 'help to weave' service available

Musgrove Willows Coffins

CUSTOMISE YOUR COFFIN

If you like the coffin just the way it is, go straight to the Interior section.
Please be aware that willow is a natural product and the colour and/or finish may differ slightly from the images shown.

Customise the Exterior

The image below highlights the relevant exterior parts of the selected coffin. Simply choose the colour and/or finish for each component part. The image will change to reflect your selection.

Customise the Interior

Choose the type of coffin liner and the colour from our extensive range. Please be aware the image will not change to reflect your colour choice.

Choose your Extras

These include bows for the coffin, a plaque, keepsakes & a wide range of willow ashes caskets. There is also the option to help weave the coffin.

Main Body

This is the area between the bottom band and the top band.

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