Course content

This course is designed for potential designer makers who have little or no practical skills, but plenty of enthusiasm. You will be encouraged to understand the possibilities available to you in fine furniture making. With an insight into Williams and Cleal and the industry you will be awakened to your own potential. You will not only learn how to use tools to a professional standard but you will also use them to produce a small project to take home.

With a maximum of 8 students we are able to work very closely with you to meet your individual needs. In addition to being an excellent way of gaining invaluable skills, this short course can be also used as a taster experience for our full time provision. If you should then wish to sign up for our full time programme, we will offset the cost of your one week against the long course fee.

We provide all tools. All materials for your project are included in the cost of the course. Skills covered include:

• Selection, set up and sharpening of hand tools.

• Use of hand and measuring tools.

• Understanding basic workshop drawings.

• Techniques to achieve successful chiselling and planeing.

• Timber selection and identification.

• Understanding basic joints.

Notes

• Gift vouchers for courses are available - look for the option during check out.

• Please bring your own lunch, cold drinks and snacks. Tea and coffee are provided.

• Please bring ear defenders and masks if you have them, otherwise we can supply.

Accommodation 

A list of accommodation providers can be found on our surroundings page.

If you require assistance arranging suitable accommodation please contact us.

Terms and conditions

• To secure your place, a course fee will be requested at the time of booking.

• We ask you for a non-refundable deposit of half the course fees.

• The balance will be due six weeks prior to start. If at the time of booking, the course starts within six weeks, we will ask you for the full amount.

• Cancellations and refunds: In line with your statutory rights, we offer a 14 day cancellation period from the date that you purchased your course. Cancellations outside of the statutory period are non refundable.

• Should the course you select be full, you will be given the option of joining our waiting list.

• When you reserve a place we will then email you confirmation, a receipt, a list of course requirements and accommodation suggestions.

• Please contact us if you have any questions