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residential
weekend course
building with timber |
With
the current interest in climate change, what better way to lock
up carbon than in timber homes, rather than use bricks and cement
that entail the emission of huge amounts of CO2
in their manufacture.
This
course is run by Andy Reynolds & Geri Clarke, who built the
beautiful timber Eco-lodge
near Boston, Lincs.
The course
will provide an introduction to building a timber home. By Sunday,
participants will be equipped with the know-how, information and
confidence to undertake a timber building project. The course is
particularly aimed at those wishing to start building their own
low-impact home or similar structure.
NB: we will not be building a timber structure during the weekend
- that would entail a much longer carpentry course.
The following topics will be covered:
- location
- design
- planning and grants
- building control
- footings
- materials specification
- sourcing / recycling
- local timber procurement
- materials quality
control
- base construction
- wall structures, insulation
and windows
- external cladding
and roofing
- heating, water and
electrics
- flooring, steps and
ramps
more
on timber building
| how
to book: |
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| arrive: |
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Friday
evening at 6.30 for dinner at 7.30 |
| depart: |
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Sunday
after lunch (served at 1.00) |
| directions: |
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click
here for
directions by bicycle, public transport and car |
| what
to bring: |
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pen
and notebook; towel; wellies (for tour if wet); money for
possible trip to pub (meals and bedding are provided)
NO DOGS PLEASE,
as we have sheep |
| let
us know: |
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if
you are vegan or have any food allergies |
| accommodation: |
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3-4
people sharing single-sex rooms |
| sat
evening: |
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either
a trip to the pub in Winslow, or (depending on the weather)
a barbecue and bonfire. You'll be able to meet and chat with
other Redfield members |
| prices: |
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£190
high-waged; £160 waged;
£130 student / unwaged
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30
admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course
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sharing: |
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the porch
of the Eco-lodge
skeleton
of a timber building
Andy at the
back door of the unfinished Eco-lodge
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