While we were wandering around some disused farm buildings, looking for some usable timber for another project, we came across stacks and stacks of baskets. In days gone by they must have been used by apple pickers in the local orchards. Beautifully made, and still absolutely solid and usable, they must be from the era of the bushel box when shops rather than supermarkets sold seasonal local produce.
Right, here is a plan, a gentle pressure wash and a little careful drying and oiling then along with the bushel boxes, London here we come with a van load of Norfolk craftsmanship for sale.
