Latest reviews

Graham Lees reviewed: Willow Sculpture

"Best course ever, intend to do it again in November. Food was excellent."

Rural Skills Centre responded:

"We loved having you Graham. Your reindeer was fabulous and it will be wonderful to see you again. Thank you for the review. We really appreciate you letting us know that you enjoyed yourself."

Chris Roberts reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"Great course. A very interesting day that has given me greater confidence to use my router, and to understand not only its potential but also its limitations. We also learned the advantages and disadvantages of different types of routers and different techniques through demonstration and hands-on experience. An added bonus was some excellent tips on care of hand tools."

Leanka Prinsloo reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Fully enjoyed our bladesmithing experience with Steve. Steve has a true passion for making knives and this adds to the experience. We were well impressed with how our knives transformed throughout the day, very rewarding end result. Would recommend highly."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Leanka Thank you for your comments, I'm really pleased that you both enjoyed yourselves so much and you should be very proud of the blades that you both made, they turned out beautifully. I know they'll serve you well in the kitchen. ATB Steve"

Sue reviewed: Fused Glass Lantern Workshops

"What a great course. Something unusual. Tracey gave just the right amount of tuition and I was really pleased with what I had designed and made. I plan to go on another course, covering other aspects of glass fusing, in the new year. Can't wait. Thanks Tracey."

Sharon Menghini reviewed: One day beginners painting course with Sue O'Mara Art - all materials provided

"Really enjoyed my starter session which has led to me being addicted to painting! Sue is wonderfully patient, creative and inspiring. She acts as a critical friend, giving advice honestly and guiding you through new techniques to boost your confidence and skill level. Thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile! Suggest you give it a go!"

Marian Simpson reviewed: Beginners spoon carving course

"What a lovely way to spend the day. Thanks to Steve, the day was interesting, informative, stimulating, challenging but above all fun. I was a complete beginner and also quite 'special' requiring some extra guidance at times. Steve was clear with the instructions at each stage which helped to allay any fears I had concerning the use of such sharp saws, axes and knives!! There was a really friendly, pleasant atmosphere, our group of 5 were affable and supportive, the lunch of soup and bread was tasty and tea, coffee and biscuits plentiful. I am proud of the spoon that emerged from the rough chunk of wood and really do think that I may be tempted to whittle away again in the future. Thanks Steve."

Tina collyer reviewed: Make a Christmas Wreath

"Spent a lovely morning with a Maria and 2 ladies, great tuition , lots of ideas could choose anything to decorate the Christmas wreath, all left with unique wreath and knowledge. Enjoyed the mulled wine and mince pies. Thank you"

Hanna reviewed: Screen printing on glass

"Very good workshop - Jim is very knowledgeable, both in terms of preparing material for screenprinting and in making screens and applying the screens to glass. He is very organised and the workshop ran very smoothly. He is also a patient teacher and was very generous with his time and know-how. I was amazed by how many items I managed to make over the two-day period. It was both enjoyable and rewarding and it even included a scrumptious lunch!"

Richard Clarke reviewed: 2 Day Leather Practical Skills Course

"The two day course as an introduction to leather work was great, I found Richard to be a great teacher who has a true passion for working with 'real' leather. I am looking forward to working with him again in 2020 for more insight to the world of leather. Thank you Richard Williamson"

carron reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I attended both the Christmas workshops and was hooked now have a new hobby for 2020 and will definitely be booking other courses next year. Sarah was a great teacher and we learnt so much about the different waxes and the process in making candles. The course was well planned and we received great instructions to find the place. So if you are look for something fun, creative in a relaxed atmosphere then definitely recommend this. Thank you Sarah"

Sam reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"We booked this course for our friends birthday & had a wonderful morning. I’d never done any felting before & was very impressed I managed to make a lovely little robin for my Christmas tree with the guidance of Barbara, who was very welcoming & friendly. Would definitely recommend this course!"

Elle reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"I had the course booked as a birthday present and I had the most wonderful morning, Barbara was so friendly and helpful, answered all our questions and helped us come away with the most gorgeous little felted animals. I couldn’t recommend this course and Barbara any more, thanks again"

Sarah Briggs reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Me and my friend booked this course for our friends birthday. She was delighted! We had such a lovely morning making robins and a penguin. Barbara was lovely and very informative, couldn’t do more to help us. We ended up coming away with a lovely felted animal each, a great skill learnt! Thank you Barbara!"

Richard reviewed: Make a silver ring: one-to-one workshop

"I had such a good time making my very own silver ring. Having never worked with silver before, Ange was great with giving me all the guidance I needed and explained all the stages and how to use the various tools. I'm hooked! Can't wait to make another 10! I'd thoroughly recommend this workshop, it's such a great way of designing and making a piece of jewellery you'll have for ever. Thanks Ange!"

Amber reviewed: Pottery hand building course

"Connie is absolutely amazing, and allows everyone to learn and create at their own pace. This course offers a ton of freedom and Connie will help you create whatever it is you want to make. I love this class and can’t wait to come back in the new year!"

Connie Fielder Ceramics and Crafts responded:

"Hi Amber, thank you so much for your lovely words.. Having you in the class has been my pleasure.. look forward to seeing you in 2020. Connie"

Aly reviewed: One day fused glass

"I completed a Tiffany glass class on Tuesday with Melissa. What a lovely lady and very clever, patient and great at teaching. I thoroughly enjoyed making a beach hut and dragonfly, they are beautiful. It’s the first class I have done with Melissa but I shall be booking into the Fusion class as I had such a great day."

Jane Taylor reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"We had such a brilliant weekend and the whole experience has really stayed with me - much more than l expected it to. I'm looking forward to practicing with my new bow drill and you have given me such confidence that l know it won't be long till I'm NINJA!! Thanks again for inspiring me . Be well Jane Taylor"

Jennifer reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Thanks for an amazing weekend, I had such a good time and felt like I learned loads. So nice to meet everyone as well."

Mel reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Quick one to say thanks again for a great weekend. I've just got home and emptied my rucksack and subjected Richard to an hour-long show and tell session! He's made all the right noises about my needle, spoon, bark container and basket! I had a fabulous time. Hope you have a quieter week"

Susie reviewed: One day fused glass

"I completed a one day Tiffany Glass course with Melissa Wellby in Bude, having previously enjoyed the One day Glass fusing course. It was brilliant!!! I made a beach hut and a dragonfly and I’m in love with the creativity and possibilities glass gives. Melissa is very patient , gave loads of encouragement and hints and tips, sharing her 29yrs experience and nothing was too much trouble. Very relaxed it was excellent"

Helen reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Had a fab morning, thrilled with the end product. Barbara was so lovely, highly recommended x"

Ross Gooding reviewed: Pottery: term time 10 week course

"This is a fantastic course and suitable for all standards. I started going 3 years ago as a complete novice and have learnt so much from Sarah. I just keep going back! She is a fantastic and caring teacher who knows how to get the best out of her students. Her sessions do not feel like a formal lesson and are relaxed and stress free. This is my ‘ ‘me’ time in a beautiful setting with lovely people. You will not regret going to Stonehenge pottery. It is amazing!"

Michala Sales reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"What a truly brilliant day I had! Having felt like I'd lost my printing passion for good somewhere in the depths of myself before getting there, walking into Claire's studio I immediately felt relaxed and inspired by not only all her beautiful work but the atmosphere created in such a lovely space. Claire is a brilliant tutor encouraging and patient going through each step explaining of the process and what we needed to do, giving individuals one to one time and helping us to create the best print we could. There was plenty of room, inking stations and book presses to use ourselves which made it feel like you were on your own little print journey creating colours and printing cards to your hearts content. I got home and immediately found all my old print supplies out and set about carving once more. Thank you Claire through your course and wonderful teaching you have given me the confidence to create again and to start printmaking at home. I would certainly recommend Claire's course to anyone even if you have never done anything like this before. I will no doubt be back in 2020 for another course."

Katharine Rynell reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"This term, I've been fortunate to find an occasional space on Beatrice's very popular sculpting course. This has been a fantastic, life-changing experience for me. Beatrice very quickly gets you started, and then guides you, not only in simple technique, but also in how to make your work appealing and beautiful. She never dictates to you, but offers advice from her years of being a wonderful sculptor herself. I really couldn't recommend her course enough - I have so much to learn!"

Katharine Rynell reviewed: Daventry sculpture classes for adults at the Parker E-ACT Academy

"This term, I've been fortunate to find an occasional space on Beatrice's very popular sculpting course. This has been a fantastic, life-changing experience for me. Beatrice very quickly gets you started, and then guides you, not only in simple technique, but also in how to make your work appealing and beautiful. She never dictates to you, but offers advice from her years of being a wonderful sculptor herself. I really couldn't recommend her course enough - my only reticence comes from not wanting her to get too busy so I can still find space on her courses. I have so much to learn!"