Dukeries Community Workshop

Contact name: Alan Perry

245
Total bookings

Rating

(37)

about 9 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

1986- Unemployment was high. Members of the Adult Unemployed Centre expressed a desire to use workshop facilities. As school roles fell under used accommodation was identified. In April, a project submission was put before the Dukeries Complex Council of Management and a steering group was set up. Establishment of a fourteen-week pilot scheme to commence in July. This was successful. Today in 2023 we have over 150 users and are open 5 days a week and Monday/Tuesday Evenings

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Regular wood carving classes Mondays 9am to 3pm at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

6 hours

Next date: 4th Aug 2025

(2)

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Informal Woodworking Session - Monday Evenings

3¾ hours

Next date: 8th Sep 2025

(2)

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Intermediate silver jewellery making workshop and bench hire

2 hours

Next date: 31st Jul 2025

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Regular kiln fused glass classes Thursdays AM/Fridays PM - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

3 hours

Next date: 1st Aug 2025

(6)

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Silver jewellery course for beginners

2 weeks

Next date: 2nd Oct 2025

£50.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Stained glass weekly course - Wednesday afternoons at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

2 hours

Next date: 30th Jul 2025

(6)

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

3½ hours

Next date: 1st Aug 2025

(15)

£5.00

gold award

New Ollerton, Newark

Woodworking drop in workshop sessions - Tuesdays/Wednesday AM at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

6 hours

Next date: 30th Jul 2025

(6)

£5.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

9 Jul 25'

Sharon Elliott reviewed: Woodworking drop in workshop sessions - Tuesdays/Wednesday AM at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I had an amazing day – I loved every bit of it! The people were ever so friendly and welcoming. I came along to the open workshop to make something from scratch in wood. I haven't made anything since school, which was over 26 years ago! Today, I made a bird box. Alan made it seem so easy – he was absolutely brilliant. He put me at ease and made everything look simple. I wanted to use as much machinery as possible, and I ended up using five, from a straight knife to a drill bit – it was all so much fun. I highly recommend this drop-in session. Thank you Alan and to all who were there to make me feel so welcome :)"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Your very welcome Sharon. Please see us again to continue your journey into woodwork Regards Alan "

9 Jan 25'

Eleanor Alford reviewed: Informal Woodworking Session - Monday Evenings

"Absolutely wonderful course with very knowledgeable individuals. I couldn’t ask for a better experience. "

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Eleanor we are very pleased you enjoyed the experience and hope to see you again."

16 Dec 24'

Lynda reviewed: Regular kiln fused glass classes Thursdays AM/Fridays PM - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"What a lovely 3 hours fiddling with coloured glass, alongside lovely people and a gentle and supportive tutor. I smiled all through the session and will be back after Christmas. Thanks and see you again soon......"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"We are really pleased you enjoyed yourself that's what it is about. Nice to see you again soon in the new year . Regards Alan "

13 Nov 24'

Mandy reviewed: Informal Woodworking Session - Monday Evenings

"I had an excellent experience at my first session doing woodwork. I was introduced to a variety of equipment and shown how to use them safely. I participated in using some of the equipment, was involved in measuring the wood and cutting it ...and went home with a sturdy birdbox. Although I needed 1:1 assistance, it was very generously given. I paid for the materials at the end of the evening and plan on returning next week."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for those kind remarks Mandy. It was our pleasure to work with you. Hope to see you again Regards Alan "