Workshops in the Woods reviews

Jennifer reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Got this for my partner's birthday, he absolutely loved it, he had the best day. The teacher was amazing and took a whole day, brought home a couple of things he made as well. Really well worth it. Thank you. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad he enjoyed it. Ian is an absolute superstar is he!! "

Richard Hartley reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"My wife bought this course for my birthday. I'm glad she did. What a great experience. IAN WAS FANTASTIC. The whole day was interesting from start to finish and you go home with the hand crafted knife you make with your own hands. Thanks for making my day "

Ashley Berrow reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Bladesmithing with Iain Jones This experience was bought for my 70th birthday present by my wife and daughter, it turned out to be a brilliant present. Iain is a great tutor who has a wealth of experience and knowledge, his way of instruction and step by step guidance made the whole experience so easy. By the end of the day I had created a beautiful Celtic knife and an antiqued style wall hook, a truly memorable day. Many thanks to Iain."

Grace Hutty reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"I really enjoyed this course and was very pleased to come home with a completed basket! Rachel is a very good teacher and demonstrated clearly what we needed to do. She was quick to spot errors and help us put things right. I think a takeaway handout with written information of types of willow, how to source material, further reading, etc. might be helpful, but overall this was a really good day and I thoroughly recommend it. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hello Grace, thanks for the review. Your basket was amazing. There was a comprehensive leaflet that I gave out to everybody but I did notice that you left yours on the table. If you want to send me a message I’m happy to put it in the post for you or I can arrange to leave it in the café at work for you to pick up. Hope to see you again on a future course"

Pippa, Lisa and Clare reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"An absolutely amazing experience with a wonderful teacher and beautiful baskets that we are all immensely proud of!"

Helen Lomas reviewed: Winter Woodland beauty- natural cosmetic making from woodland plants and trees

"Thoroughly enjoyable course. Rachel is very knowledgeable and she built up our confidence so we were able to formulate our own products. We made so many different products, all carefully explained and with insights about the different ingredients. Best day I've had in ages, and looking forwards to doing more"

Rachel Welton reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"What a great course. I enjoyed the day so much. All the tutors were great. Really helpful & knowledgeable but good fun too. I am so pleased with my three legged stool. Thank you"

Sally reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"Had such a lovely day, thank you so much. Great leader and volunteers. I now have the green woodcrafting bug! "

Benjamin Greaves reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"We loved our 3 legged stool making experience and would highly recommend it to friends and family. "

Jonathan Roberts reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"I highly recommend, a marvellous day out. Expert tuition and close oversight guides you through the steps of constructing a quality walking stick that you then get to keep. I hope to return at a later date on another woodland course."

Maggie Parr reviewed: Leaf Shaped Willow Basket

"My twin and I booked this course to celebrate our upcoming birthday and we really enjoyed the morning! Rachel was an excellent tutor, leading us each to produce a great weaving while making it fun and relaxed. Highly recommended!"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a lovely day Maggie was wonderful to meet you both hope to see you again in the future course kind regards Rachel"

Anthony Illingworth reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"Very enjoyable and informative day. I had been looking forward to it very much, and I learned a lot throughout the day. Very helpful staff and nice surroundings, and a beautiful walking stick to take home at the end of the day."

Emma Jane Melles reviewed: Mini Course-Candles, Wax Melts, Firestarters & Room Scenters

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course!!! Great location, interesting course content with a very welcoming & informative course leader. I would recommend the venue & course to others. Look forward to booking my next course… "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for the review Emma was lovely to see you and you made some very beautiful things can’t wait to see you on the next course kind regards Rachel"

Philip Walter reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"Pleasant day in the woods learning some useful skills & tips."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for the review Philip you made an awesome walking stick would be lovely to see a photo of it all polished up kind regards Rachel"

Janet Koszler reviewed: Mini Course-Candles, Wax Melts, Firestarters & Room Scenters

"Fantastic afternoon. Easy going...everything supplied. Easy instructions. Came away with lots of things I made. Rachel was fantastic and couldn't do enough for you. Lovely environment. Can't wait to go again. Thank you"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hi Janet thank you for taking the time to do a review for me really appreciated, can’t wait to see you on the next course and on the wreath making! Kind regards Rachel"

Donna reviewed: Leaf Shaped Willow Basket

"The willow leaf course was really enjoyable, Rachel was fabulous and created a lovely atmosphere to create!! "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hello Donna thanks for taking the time to provide us with a review it’s really appreciated. You made an amazing platter, very neat, well considered and you should be rightly chuffed with your outcome. Hopefully see you again on the course soon many thanks Rachel"

Jeffrey reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"Excellent course, Dave (leader) very knowledgable and down to earth takes the necessary time to make sure you are on the right track with everything. Fabulous surroundings and a very relaxing and rewarding experience all around. Highly recommended (and I made a stick !)"

Nina reviewed: Woodland beauty taster- Creams, Balms, Body Butters

"I bought this as a mother's day present, and attended with my Mum. We had lots of fun and laughs, and came home with a wide selection of lovely products. I love to craft and make candles and soaps, with the knowledge this course has given me I'm confident I will be able to make some simple natural creams at home too. My Dad has very sensitive skin and found the creams we brought home to be very nice on his skin, as they are made from basic ingredients like natural oils and butters. We would love to come back for more!"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hi Nina so glad you enjoyed it was lovely to meet you and mum-You made some amazing stuff In naughty corner! And mum really pulled off that last tricky cream amazingly so well done her. Glad dad likes the products and hopefully will see you again for another course soon kind regards Rachel "

Laura Archer reviewed: Woodland beauty taster- Creams, Balms, Body Butters

"Fantastic course and exceptionally generous in terms of the amount we learned, made and took home with us by the end of the afternoon. I learnt so much and Rachel was amazing at giving everyone individual attention alongside teaching us as a group. 100% recommend."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hi Laura thanks so much for the high praise really appreciated! Glad you enjoyed yourself and hope to see you on the course soon kind regards Rachel"

Naomi reviewed: Woodland Beauty Taster- Wild Woodland Spa

"What a fantastic course. I enjoyed every minute. Fast paced. Rachel is a very welcoming soul and clearly wants everyone to get the most out of their experience. I used my rhubarb sugar scrub in the shower this morning and felt so smug and proud :). Have booked onto the full day course and can't wait. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for a lovely review Naomi glad you enjoyed the day was so nice to meet you and can’t wait to see you again kind regards Rachel"

Mark Pym reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners course - 1 to 1

"Great day lots of info from a great instructor. Highly recommended this course. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a lovely day Mark thank you so much for taking the time to write a review I will let Iain know kind regards Rachel"

Brad reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners course - 1 to 1

"What a fantastic day! A full day and there's a lot to learn from the basic skills and techniques. During the day I learned not only How to do certain things but why and the reasons behind them along with some interesting History of the area and the craft. Iain was a great teacher and was there to guide and help if I needed but allowed me to do things semi-independent with his watchful eye. So I can comfortably say "I made this myself" ! Nothing was pre shaped and all from scratch. Again Iain was great conversation too, and very welcoming to people visiting the site and popping their heads in to watch us in action. As well as the experience, I also got two tangible, actual pieces that I had made and can be proud of! I was able to design my own piece too which was a great touch! Could not recommend enough."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for your lovely review Iain is amazing- Hope you enjoy showing your pieces off to friends and family many thanks Rachel"

Theo reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Bought this as a gift for my dad, who had a brilliant time. He was very pleasantly surprised at the course being a one-to-one session, and was very happy with the end products he got to take home."

Rebecca Stephenson reviewed: Willow Mini Reindeer & Christmas Tree

"I had an absolutely lovely day and came home having made so much more than I thought I would be able to make. I love my angel and the random star. Rachel is so enthusiastic about weaving, natural crafts and woodland, it really was an encouraging day. The cafe and the shop are really good too. (Sorry if that’s too gushing). "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Not to gushing at all Rebecca! Glad my enthusiasm is infectious and would be great to see you back for a basket course in the New Year thanks so much for a lovely review kind regards Rachel"

Julia reviewed: Willow Mini Reindeer & Christmas Tree

"A brilliant day. Rachel was an excellent tutor, extremely helpful and knowledgeable and a good laugh too. We fitted so much into the day and came away with lots of beautiful items, incredible given I had never worked with willow before. I would definitely recommend doing the course. It’s well worth the money and very fulfilling. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Julia lovely to meet you and hope to see you willowing again in the future kind regards Rachel"