Wishstone NEART Strength Irish bog oak 5600 years old 5600 years old The Bittern is a rare

The Bittern is a rare and secretive bird

to warn off other males and attract the female to his new home

The trunk of the oak and yew tree provides the ‘block’ of wood to carve the perfect shape and form

These human forms reflect occasions in our lives that are hugely important

This ancient wood has been lovingly and carefully carved to release the natural form and etched with a message for you

Wishstone NEART Strength Irish bog oak 5600 years old 5600 years old The Bittern is a rareThe wishstone story comes from an ancient tradition of tossing a stone three times while crossing a stone wall and making a wish. Five magical trees were believed to protect Ireland; three ash, an oak and a yew. In ancient times the yew tree was connected with wisdom and rebirth. The ancient oak was associated with strength and endurance. This ancient wood has been lovingly and carefully carved to release the natural form and etched with a message for