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Green Aspirations Scotland CIC

Contact name: Paul Cookson
8
Total bookings
Rating
(2)
over 6 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

We’re a social enterprise committed to reconnecting people to their landscape - and to each other. We do this through encouraging people of all ages to get into the woodlands, through supporting communities with traditional skills, delivering workshops and events, offering volunteering, developing sustainable products, running kids clubs and projects, and managing woodlands sustainably.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Blacksmithing: next steps
6 hours
Next date: 3rd Aug 2025
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Carve your own bowl
6 hours
Next date: 11th Oct 2025
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Carve your own Spoon
6 hours
Next date: 2nd Aug 2025
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Intro to blacksmithing
6 hours
Next date: 27th Sep 2025
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Make a Pole Lathe
2 days
Next date: 27th Sep 2025
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Make your own rustic stool
6 hours
Next date: 3rd Aug 2025
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The Great Scottish Craft Hoolie: Traditional Crafts weekend
2 days
Next date: 23rd Aug 2025
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The Great Scottish Craft Hoolie: Wood weekend
2 days
Next date: 16th Aug 2025

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
25 Jun 25'

Sally reviewed: Introduction to blacksmithing: extra date!

"Jo was very patient, friendly and understanding. Has gone above and beyond to help me and my grandson!"

Green Aspirations Scotland CIC responded:

"Thanks so much, Sally. It was great to meet you and your grandson - and I'm looking forward to seeing you again soon. "

17 May 25'

Mars reviewed: Make your own Charcoal

"We had a great day at Green Aspirations! Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, we learnt a lot, enjoyed a lovely day in the woods, and left with the best charcoal in Scotland! We will definitely keep an eye on further courses available at this site!"

Green Aspirations Scotland CIC responded:

"Thanks so much for coming along and we’re so glad you enjoyed the workshop. Hope to see you again."