location: nr Dunkeswell, Devon |
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Learn the secrets of hand-crafting traditional steamed Sussex Garden trugs made of ‘cricket bat’ Willow and Sweet Chestnut under the instruction of a traditional Sussex trug maker. You will cleave the timber, shape panels, frame and handle with a drawknife, then steam the Chestnut and soak the Willow before assembling your trugs with copper nails. This very special and rarely seen course which employs only hand tools and where you will construct your trugs from tree to finish. All tools are provided and no experience is necessary. dates: see 'book online' below
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how to book: |
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arrive: |
for a 10am prompt start |
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depart: |
after
the course finishes at 4pm |
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directions: |
sent with booking confirmation |
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what
to bring: |
pen and notebook; work clothes |
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let
us know: |
if
you have any special needs |
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price: |
£165 (plus around £20 for materials, payable on the day) 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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lunch: |
please bring a plate of food to share, or lunch available at a cost of £5 (please pre-book) |
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car
sharing: |
visit
our car
sharing forum to offer or request a lift |
