If you fancy a bit of a change of pace and environment, and want to get creative with tools, machines, timber and glue, this is the place, and soon is the time. Everyone is welcome, all you need is a spirit of enthusiasm. Come along and have fun learning as you make any one of a number of useful and attractive wood-based items; and keep the skills for ever.
And, after a few last-minute cancellations recently, I think I should point out that, while I’ve been sympathetic with refunds and the like, from now on, any cancellations within a week (5 working days) of a class means no refund I’m afraid (see Terms & Conditions on Checkout page). I’m open to transfers and similar, and I may be able to suggest an alternative class if circumstances allow.
And please, feel free to get in touch at any time, and please sign up to the newsletter at the bottom of the page to be kept up to date with general progress and news.
Happy woodworking to us all,
Mark
Current In-Person Classes
Oak Step Stool – 6 week block
A classic furniture making evening class course, and one which never fails to deliver. Although quite challenging for the beginner (we’ll be working in oak, a hardwood), the end result is an attractive piece of handmade furniture with genuine usefulness and one which will last for generations. Various wood jointing techniques are employed including the classic mortise and tenon, and there is plenty of scope for individual interpretation of the design to make each one unique.
One evening per week, over six weeks from 11th Nov 2025, 18.00 – 21.00
Out of stock
Introduction to Automata
This day class is aimed at the keen and the curious who want to discover more about this fascinating artform, and to actually make their own piece of Automata.
6th Dec 2025, 10:00 – 16:00
Out of stock
Lidded Box in Softwood
The softwood box we will be making features a lift-off lid and provides a great opportunity to learn a goodly number of woodworking basics. We’ll be using a mixture of hand and power tools and one or two of the bigger machines, all in a safe and supervised environment. Finishes will be discussed and if time allows we’ll try a few out. It’s a full-on day, so come prepared for some serious woodwork!
13th Dec 2025, 10:00 – 16:00
Out of stock
Lidded Box in Softwood
The softwood box we will be making features a lift-off lid and provides a great opportunity to learn a goodly number of woodworking basics. We’ll be using a mixture of hand and power tools and one or two of the bigger machines, all in a safe and supervised environment. Finishes will be discussed and if time allows we’ll try a few out. It’s a full-on day, so come prepared for some serious woodwork!
16th Jan 2026, 10:00 – 16:00
Out of stock
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