Woodcarving

8 - 12th December 2025 ~ Places available Sign up here
5 day course, Monday - Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm

Discover the essential tools and techniques of woodcarving — from sharpening chisels and knives, to choosing the right woods, experimenting with surface finishes, and designing and creating your own original artworks.

Limited places.
Booking essential.
All equipment & materials included. 
Open to all abilities.

Have you ever admired the beauty of a hand-carved wooden artwork and wondered what it would be like to create one yourself?Now’s your chance.

This five-day workshop will take you deep into the world of woodcarving tools, techniques, and traditions. Guided step by step, you’ll learn everything from sharpening chisels and knives to sourcing woods, experimenting with surface finishes, and planning and carving your own original piece.

By the end of the course, every participant will take home at least one finished artwork — crafted from Lime wood and inspired by classical decorative motifs from around the world.What you’ll learn

• How to select and use the correct toolsSharpening techniques for chisels and knivesWood sourcing and selection for carvingA variety of carving methods and approachesHow to experiment with dif