The broom, also known as a besom, has many uses.  It is most commonly used for physically and magickally clearing the area that will be used for sacred space.  The broom does not have to touch the ground to sweep away the psychic clutter that often collects in well - used spaces.  It is also used for protection.

 

The traditional witches broom is made of ash, birch and willow because of the attributions of those woods, but it can be made of just about any wood available.

 

Brooms are often used in handfasting rituals (jumping the broom).  The broom represents the union of the Goddess and the God as her yoni (the brush) and his lingham (the rod). 

 

The Broom is sacred to both the Goddess and the God.