GREEN WOODWORK course information and FAQ...
Chairmaking courses and Weekend stool making workshops with Chris Matthews and Geoff Brown.
WEEKEND STOOL MAKING DATES,
Great for parent and Child, couples and individuals.
17TH-19TH SEPTEMBER 2010- spaces available
24th-26th SEPTEMBER 2010- Spaces available
£145PP OR £270 FOR 2
Free camping or £20 for bell tent/wood pod for the weekend
CHAIR MAKING COURSES DATES
An intensive 6 day course for all abilities.
21ST- 26TH MAY 2010- Fully Booked
15TH- 20TH JUNE 2010- Fully booked
5TH- 10TH JULY 2010 - 1 space available
Possible extra August date- 8th- 13th- please contact us directly if interested...
£320PP
+ £30 food kitty and Free camping or £30 for belltent /woodpod for the duration
Instruction
Chris Matthews has been working, designing and teaching for many years and has a vast knowledge of woodland and its produce. This will be his Third season at Spinney Hollow and we are delighted to welcome him back.
The workshop will be run by Chris from 9am – 5pm, but by all means you are very welcome to put in those extra hours for that extra perfect finish, with Geoff Brown the course assistant on call to support .
Taster days are 10am-4pm with lunch and hot drinks included
What you will learn
Chair making: The course will teach you how to use traditional skills such as pole lathing ics involved with green , cleaving, steaming, using a shaving horse and gives you a general understanding of how to work with green wood
Choose your design on day one and by day 6 take it home with you and enjoy your new knowledge that you can set up in your own garden or shed or anywhere with a bit of space.
Stool Making: Come for the Weekend and learn how to make your own stool whether for your bottom or you feet, it uses the same simple principles as the chair making but without the steambending which therefore makes it a quicker . A great introduction and the course is a popular gift for the outdoor enthusiast.
Where you will stay
Bell tents - Bell tents are spacious canvas tents held up by two poles, simple in design and a durable shelter. We have added wooden platforms in the 4m x 4m tents to keep you off the ground and a ground sheet will keep you snug in the 5m x5M tent. Please bring your own bedding and pillows etc.
Wood Pods- Wood pods are a Geoffrey Brown design and consist of wood and canvas with a raised bed.
Tents and Vans - Vans can be accommodated but please let us know the dimensions before you come.
Bringing your own tent is free and there is plenty of room for the bigger family tent.
Please note theat there will always be a host on site and you are more than welcome to come daily and not stay over if you would prefer. .
What about food?
The cooking is shared by all and all the essentials will be provided.
Otherwise on the Chair making courses we ask for a donation to the kitty which is often between £20-30. Alcohol is not provided but you are very welcome to bring your own.
You are welcome to bring your own food / produce if you prefer and either share it as your kitty contribution or eat separately from the group.
During the stool courses all food with be provided but again the cooking and washing will be shared.
Hot drinks are provided through out the week and there will always be fresh water on hand which is brought in daily.
What happens after a good days work?
In the camping area we have a large fire pit which is a great way to relax, in the past participants have brought instraments which are always a welcome addition!
There is a sheltered area used for cooking and eating with BBQ, sink, washing up area basket storage for food. All cutlery /pans/plates etc are provided.
What are the Hygiene facilities?
Hand washing
Water will be kept in the kitchen for washing up and hand washing
Toilet
We have a simple compost loo near the camping site which has instructions on the wall!
Shower
There is use of a hanging solar shower and wash bowl by the toilet to wash with. Just ask and we will set it up for you. There is no bath unfortunately but we hope to have a bush bath Very soon!
Who can I Bring?
You are welcome to bring children and dogs but please let us know before hand if you intend to do so, You must bring a supporting adult to look after a child. They are welcome at no extra cost - but they will be expected to add to the food kitty.
How do I book and How much is it?
Please book Chair courses via Chirs Matthws website and fill in the simple booking form www.thewoddlandworkshop.co.uk
Please book Stool courses by prinitng out and filling in the form HERE and returning to the address. If you do not have access to a printer we can send the form out by post- please e-mail us with your contact details.
Chair courses are £320pp for 6 days tuttion, camping and use of all facilities.
Stool Courses are £145 pp or 2 people for £270 for 2 days tution 2 night camping, food and use of all facilites. - Bell tents and wood pods cost extra
For More information please go to http://www.thewoodlandworkshop.co.uk/