Name: Beginners Pole Lathe Turning 1-2-1 for 1 person
Price: 220 GBP
Availability: InStock

Birchington

A single day knife making course is a great way to make yourself an item that will last a lifetime, on this one day course we forge a blacksmiths knife (also called a Viking knife) a full metal knife with integral handle. A knife is one of the oldest tools ever made by humanity and it is one that invokes many emotions to people when they see and use it for a productive task. When doing a knife making course here at Bearded Pig Forge we will discuss the fine details of a knife and how they are made as well as the history of forging them.&nbsp; On the course you will learn the basics of forging a blade and how to effectively heat treat them in order to get the most use out of the blades as well as techniques for sharpening and honing blades. Courses are &pound;150 Per person per day. &nbsp;I run a strict cancellation policy.If you cannot attend the date you have booked please contact me within three weeks and I will rebook your course for free, If you contact me after this deadline you will lose your place. Refunds are not available.No under 18s&nbsp;If you have a physical gift voucher it must be presented on the first day of a course.

A single day knife making course is a great way to make yourself an item that will last a lifetime, on this one day course we forge a blacksmiths knife (also called a Viking knife) a full metal knife with integral handle. A knife is one of the oldest tools ever made by humanity and it is one that invokes many emotions to people when they see and use it for a productive task.


When doing a knife making course here at Bearded Pig Forge we will discuss the fine details of a knife and how they are made as well as the history of forging them. 


On the course you will learn the basics of forging a blade and how to effectively heat treat them in order to get the most use out of the blades as well as techniques for sharpening and honing blades.




Courses are £150 Per person per day.


 I run a strict cancellation policy.
If you cannot attend the date you have booked please contact me within three weeks and I will rebook your course for free, If you contact me after this deadline you will lose your place. Refunds are not available.
No under 18s 
If you have a physical gift voucher it must be presented on the first day of a course.



BeardedPigForge

Blacksmithing

Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making.

General Admission

Wisbech

Learn how to take a log of green wood, trim it with an axe, draw it to shape using a shave horse and a draw knife and then use the pole lathe to turn your piece into an item of your choice.This green woodturning workshop is held in a dedicated covered, outside space in the peaceful setting of our workshop in the cottage gardens of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border.&nbsp;Our classes are one to one (see "Pole Lathe Turning for 1 person") or for pairs so you enjoy an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.The origins of the pole lathe are lost in antiquity, but it is known that Vikings used them as they have been discovered in archaeological finds in York. The ancient craft of pole lathe turning petered out in England after the Second World War.You&#39;ll learn how to make a number of items that you&#39;ll be able to take away with you at the end of the day. The day can also be tailored to meet the requirements of those who are relatively new to woodturning and wish to gain some more insight.&nbsp;The full-day workshop includes refreshments throughout, all the equipment and materials and also lunch.Couples or even parents and children can come along and experience the art of green woodturning together!&nbsp;The dates for this workshop will run from March through to the end of September.About a week before your workshop date, we&#39;ll e-mail you again with more details about parking etc.We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter&#39;s Retreat cabin (www.craftersretreat.co.uk) or we can advise of other local B&amp;Bs.What&#39;s IncludedRefreshments will be provided throughout the day, and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch is also included - tailored to meet all dietary requirements. Depending on the weather/time of year, lunch can be taken either out in the cottage garden or in our country kitchen which has a view over the garden.&nbsp;The sessions are hands-on, and the student will be able to use the green woodworking equipment and pole lathe to create their pieces. The tuition can be tuned to what they would like to do, as people tend to learn quicker working in areas that they are interested in. They can choose from a number of items that would be suitable for beginners or those relatively new to the art.&nbsp;The aim is to make an item or items that they can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.The 1-day workshop includes:- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch - catering to all dietary requirements.- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the day with no distractions.- All work can be taken home.- Certificate of completion.- Detailed course notes for those who wish to pursue the craft.- Follow-up advice.

Learn how to take a log of green wood, trim it with an axe, draw it to shape using a shave horse and a draw knife and then use the pole lathe to turn your piece into an item of your choice.
This green woodturning workshop is held in a dedicated covered, outside space in the peaceful setting of our workshop in the cottage gardens of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border. 
Our classes are one to one (see "Pole Lathe Turning for 1 person") or for pairs so you enjoy an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.
The origins of the pole lathe are lost in antiquity, but it is known that Vikings used them as they have been discovered in archaeological finds in York. The ancient craft of pole lathe turning petered out in England after the Second World War.
You'll learn how to make a number of items that you'll be able to take away with you at the end of the day. The day can also be tailored to meet the requirements of those who are relatively new to woodturning and wish to gain some more insight. 
The full-day workshop includes refreshments throughout, all the equipment and materials and also lunch.
Couples or even parents and children can come along and experience the art of green woodturning together! 
The dates for this workshop will run from March through to the end of September.
About a week before your workshop date, we'll e-mail you again with more details about parking etc.
We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin (www.craftersretreat.co.uk) or we can advise of other local B&Bs.
What's Included
Refreshments will be provided throughout the day, and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch is also included - tailored to meet all dietary requirements. Depending on the weather/time of year, lunch can be taken either out in the cottage garden or in our country kitchen which has a view over the garden. 
The sessions are hands-on, and the student will be able to use the green woodworking equipment and pole lathe to create their pieces. The tuition can be tuned to what they would like to do, as people tend to learn quicker working in areas that they are interested in. They can choose from a number of items that would be suitable for beginners or those relatively new to the art. 
The aim is to make an item or items that they can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.
The 1-day workshop includes:
- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).
- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.
- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch - catering to all dietary requirements.
- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the day with no distractions.
- All work can be taken home.
- Certificate of completion.
- Detailed course notes for those who wish to pursue the craft.
- Follow-up advice.

Blended Monkey

Woodworking

Woodturning

Wood Carving

Traditional Woodland Crafts & Green Woodworking

Learn woodturning in the peaceful setting of our workshop located in the cottage garden of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border.  

Beginners Pole Lathe Turning for 2 people

Learn how to take a log of green wood, trim it with an axe, draw it to shape using a shave horse and a draw knife and then use the pole lathe to turn your piece into an item of your choice.This green woodturning workshop is held in a dedicated covered, outside space in the peaceful setting of our workshop in the cottage gardens of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border.&nbsp;Our classes are one to one or for pairs (see "Pole Lathe Turning for 2 people") so you enjoy an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.The origins of the pole lathe are lost in antiquity, but it is known that Vikings used them as they have been discovered in archaeological finds in York. The ancient craft of pole lathe turning petered out in England after the Second World War.You&#39;ll learn how to make a number of items that you&#39;ll be able to take away with you at the end of the day. The day can also be tailored to meet the requirements of those who are relatively new to woodturning and wish to gain some more insight.&nbsp;The full-day workshop includes refreshments throughout, all the equipment and materials and also lunch.Couples or even parents and children can come along and experience the art of green woodturning together if you choose the "Pole Lathe Turning for 2 people" workshop!&nbsp;The dates for this workshop will run from March through to the end of September.About a week before your workshop date, we&#39;ll e-mail you again with more details about parking etc.We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter&#39;s Retreat cabin (www.craftersretreat.co.uk) or we can advise of other local B&amp;Bs.What&#39;s IncludedRefreshments will be provided throughout the day, and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch is also included - tailored to meet all dietary requirements. Depending on the weather/time of year, lunch can be taken either out in the cottage garden or in our country kitchen which has a view over the garden.&nbsp;The sessions are hands-on, and the student will be able to use the green woodworking equipment and pole lathe to create their pieces. The tuition can be tuned to what they would like to do, as people tend to learn quicker working in areas that they are interested in. They can choose from a number of items that would be suitable for beginners or those relatively new to the art.&nbsp;The aim is to make an item or items that they can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.The 1-day workshop includes:- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch - catering to all dietary requirements.- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the day with no distractions.- All work can be taken home.- Certificate of completion.- Detailed course notes for those who wish to pursue the craft.- Follow-up advice.

Learn how to take a log of green wood, trim it with an axe, draw it to shape using a shave horse and a draw knife and then use the pole lathe to turn your piece into an item of your choice.
This green woodturning workshop is held in a dedicated covered, outside space in the peaceful setting of our workshop in the cottage gardens of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border. 
Our classes are one to one or for pairs (see "Pole Lathe Turning for 2 people") so you enjoy an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.
The origins of the pole lathe are lost in antiquity, but it is known that Vikings used them as they have been discovered in archaeological finds in York. The ancient craft of pole lathe turning petered out in England after the Second World War.
You'll learn how to make a number of items that you'll be able to take away with you at the end of the day. The day can also be tailored to meet the requirements of those who are relatively new to woodturning and wish to gain some more insight. 
The full-day workshop includes refreshments throughout, all the equipment and materials and also lunch.
Couples or even parents and children can come along and experience the art of green woodturning together if you choose the "Pole Lathe Turning for 2 people" workshop! 
The dates for this workshop will run from March through to the end of September.
About a week before your workshop date, we'll e-mail you again with more details about parking etc.
We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin (www.craftersretreat.co.uk) or we can advise of other local B&Bs.
What's Included
Refreshments will be provided throughout the day, and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch is also included - tailored to meet all dietary requirements. Depending on the weather/time of year, lunch can be taken either out in the cottage garden or in our country kitchen which has a view over the garden. 
The sessions are hands-on, and the student will be able to use the green woodworking equipment and pole lathe to create their pieces. The tuition can be tuned to what they would like to do, as people tend to learn quicker working in areas that they are interested in. They can choose from a number of items that would be suitable for beginners or those relatively new to the art. 
The aim is to make an item or items that they can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.
The 1-day workshop includes:
- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).
- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.
- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch - catering to all dietary requirements.
- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the day with no distractions.
- All work can be taken home.
- Certificate of completion.
- Detailed course notes for those who wish to pursue the craft.
- Follow-up advice.

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