one-day course

carving and woodcraft

location: nr Lindfield, Sussex

This course covers bushcraft use of the sheath knife* and saw (folding and bow saw). Participants will learn about tool safety and design, pruning techniques, cutting techniques, how to make feathersticks, pot hangers, and spoons. The course would suit a beginner or an intermediate woodworker without experience of bushcraft carving methods.

* Please note: A sheath knife will be needed for the course - participants can either bring their own sheath knife (not a folding knife), borrow one or buy one for only £12 on the day. Folding or bow saws can be either brought along or borrowed on the day.

The instructor has an NCFE Creative Craft: Woodcraft certificate.

At the end of the course participants will:

  • Understand how to use a sheath knife and saw safely and have learnt a different grips
  • Know the principles of how to sharpen a knife
  • Have learnt and practiced a range of bushcraft carving and green wood working techniques
  • Have produced some craft items that can take away.

dates: see 'book online' below

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how to book:

  

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arrive:
  
for a 9am prompt start
depart:
  
5pm after the course ends
directions:
  
sent with booking confirmation
what to bring:
  
pen and notebook; suitable clothing
let us know:
  
if you have any special needs
price:
  
£70
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course
lunch:
  
bring a packed lunch
car sharing:
  
visit our car sharing forum to offer or request a lift
 

 

 

the venue is a woodland near Lindfield in Sussex