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22 Feb 17'

Sherran reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"Had a brilliant day Thank you Theresa can't believe how much I learnt. Could talk about it all day but need to stop typing & get back to my spinning!! Thank you I look forward to the next time."

22 Feb 17'

Angela reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"My husband and son have spent a pleasant day with Chris and are very happy with their creations"

22 Feb 17'

Richard Cady reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"It was a tremendous day for a complete beginner. Graham gave me plenty of attention and also left me to work at things at my own pace. A well planned set of activities gave me a good experience of method and tools - all done in a pleasant and supportive atmosphere. Explanations given and questions answered, Graham provided a day's activity that was challenging without being too serious. A solid, professional introduction to woodturning. I'd recommend it."

22 Feb 17'

N Monsey reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"An excellent course, had a great day, a very good introduction to blacksmithing."

22 Feb 17'

Philippa Rogers reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"I am so glad I chose to do this course! Steph is the oracle of all things Chalk Paint - if you're looking to learn about furniture up-cycling, different painting techniques, waxing, craqueleur, decoupage, tips and tricks, dos and don'ts - look no further. Thank you Steph for a thoroughly enjoyable day - lots of fun, you make a great tutor and ambassador to the Annie Sloan method! Great little shop too!"

22 Feb 17'

Lucy reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"I booked a day for my father-in-law, Husband and 11 year old daughter.They had a great day, especially my daughter who absolutely loved making her own horse shoe amongst lots of other things. Big thank you to Collin, I would fully recommend the day."

22 Feb 17'

Diane Doyle reviewed: Crochet for Beginners (Adults) in Putney

"Fantastic, simple easy to follow instructions that have left me confident and eager to practice on my own which i have done successfully. Regards Diane Doyle"

22 Feb 17'

Jenny Digges reviewed: Expressive painting in oils or acrylics

"I first attended a landscape workshop with Liz at Ruffed Art Society. It was the first time had ever painted on such a large canvas and in such a free way. I enjoyed it so much I started going to the course on a Tuesday morning in Lowdham. Liz gives you just the right amount of support and guidance without being in any way dogmatic. She has given me the tools to be able to start to develop my own style and not be overwhelmed by starting the blank page! I have now done two paintings, one still life which is now on the bedroom wall - first time ever I have been able to do that. The second is an ongoing landscape which is developing nicely and I am really enjoying it. Would definitely recommend for whatever level of ability or style."

22 Feb 17'

Graham Barnes reviewed: Tuesday evening life drawing classes with Jo Harris: beginners & intermediate level (a 10 week course), at the Henley School of Art

"I attended Jo's life drawing classes both at Remenham and at her excellent studio at 30C Hart Street Henley on Thames. Jo runs a very good, could I say excellent, class with equal male and female models in her new building. Jo's enthusiasm is pervasive to all who attend and makes for a very enjoyable evening complete with refreshments and general happiness. I recommend to any aspiring artist."

22 Feb 17'

Nicola Roddam reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"What an excellent day, thoroughly enjoyed it! Elaine was an excellent and patient teacher. I have come away with a lot more confidence and knowledge of spinning. I now know what to look for when buying a fleece. Would highly recommend the course to others."

22 Feb 17'

Matteo Amione reviewed: Woodwork joinery level 1/2/3 at The Makershed

"I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to learn new skills about woodworking. I had fun while learning and Jenny has been a lovely tutor, always ready to answer your questions and very clear in teaching you new skills about wood and various tools."

22 Feb 17'

Sharon Taylor reviewed: 2 days Mosaic Workshop for Beginners and Intermediate Levels with Nathalie Vin

"I did one of Nathalies courses and loved it. Great teacher, very passionate about what she does. Lovely studio to work in. I plan to do another of her courses. Highly recommended."

22 Feb 17'

Alex Dooley reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"A brilliant day exploring the different techniques involved in woodturning. Graham was very friendly and an excellent tutor giving plenty of advice to make sure you were using the equipment correctly. I would recommend the course for anyone looking to get into woodturning or having a refresher session."

22 Feb 17'

Pete Knight – Peak Instruction owner reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"I was lucky enough to receive a recommendation for Woodland Survival Crafts from a friend who had done a number of courses with Dave. I was looking to update my own personal skills and undertake a training course to help develop the bushcraft activity sessions I deliver through my activity business. The Bushcraft for Practitioners course fit the bill perfectly and when it came round to the start I’d gotten another 5 of my staff on board too. The site was wonderful, a wealth of natural resources, beauty and isolation. Just enough home comforts to make the stay more appealing to the less experienced and wild enough to satisfy the seasoned wild-camper. The course content was as varied as it was in-depth. All the course topics were covered thoroughly and enjoyably, the level of practical activity was maintained very high throughout. The resources and reading materials made available to us were more than adequate. The highlights for most were the tree identification walk in the dark and, of course, the fact that every member of the course had lit fire with a bow drill by day 2. On a personal note, Dave has a patient and relaxed attitude and his passion for the outdoors was clearly visible in his teaching and the way he talked about the woods and his history. His level of skill and knowledge can only be described as expert and he was a pleasure to learn from. Dave was also ably assisted by Mike, Howard and Ewan, who, like Dave, were knowledgeable and great company. We were not the shyest of groups out there but they gave as good as they got! I would have no hesitation in recommending Woodland Survival Crafts to any individual or company. All 6 of us immensely enjoyed our time in Spring Wood and I for one have already started looking into other courses with Dave. I shall be buying the friend who made the initial recommendation a beer. Many thanks."

22 Feb 17'

Heather reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"I'd like to thank you for your instruction and caring manner upon the course. I found the whole thing truly inspiring and it developed me as a person as much as my knowledge. Taking the three days out was truly life changing for me. "

22 Feb 17'

Richard Abbott reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Many thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable 3 days over which you covered a huge amount of Bushcraft skills. The wood is a wonderful location, with everything you might need to practice the skills covered. I particularly enjoyed and benefited from the practical and memorable way you have of teaching and I left far more confident in my skills and knowing the way ahead. Thanks again for a great 3 days."

22 Feb 17'

Chris Ensor reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Thanks again for the training: it has left me really inspired. I have made a couple of baskets, lots of different types of cordage and managed to get a bow drill ember using my own nettle cord on my birthday which was the best present I think i could have made for myself. I also went on a little trip and made a fairly random mat out of dry grass that was inspired by the mat thing that Otzi had that no-one could quite decide what it was for. I lay on it."

22 Feb 17'

Richard Thirlwall reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"We both had a great time and enjoyed not just the activities but also how friendly you all were and how easy going the whole thing was. Euan was terrific-very knowledgeable, amenable and nothing seemed too much trouble. Will certainly recommend you and hope to be back at some point. Thanks again"

22 Feb 17'

Stephen Raisbeck reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"A wealth of exceptional knowledge and experience."

22 Feb 17'

Tony reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Thank you for teaching us so many very interesting and useful skills – and for all the fun that you provided too. It was an experience that we’ll never forget and Charlotte has not stopped smiling since!"

22 Feb 17'

Katie Rees Forest School Leader reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Excellent course. You were fantastic, I learned such a lot in 3 days. Inspired to continue learning."

22 Feb 17'

Geoff Mason Forest School Leader reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Totally inspiring. You are full of great tips and useful anecdotes, on top of your obvious skill and knowledge."

22 Feb 17'

Rob Marks reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Thank you so much for providing the fantastic setting and knowledge for the bush-craft course.I have learnt a huge amount in three days and I hope to continue my learning, not just from yourself but also through some of the contacts made. You offer a great service to the outdoor industry. Thanks once again and I hope to be in touch soon."

22 Feb 17'

Ron and Margaret Lawson reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Your approach enabled us to learn so much in such a short space of time and develop our woodland knowledge and skills to levels previously unimaginable."

22 Feb 17'

Jamie Dakota reviewed: Bushcraft Competency Training

"Excellent! In depth and concise. Your knowledge and delivery was perfect."