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Nailsworth Community Workshop

Contact name: Pam Brown
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Creating automata - weekend course. Explore the combination of movement and materials such as wood, wire, metal tube and sheet, found objects and figures.
16 hours
Next date: 14th Mar 2026
8 places left
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English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire
1 weekend
Next date: 19th Sep 2025
8 places left
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Knife making weekend Gloucestershire
1 weekend
Next date: 3rd Oct 2025
6 places left
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One Day Stained Glass
6¼ hours
Next date: 5th Jul 2025
6 places left
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Stained Glass weekend workshop
2 days
Next date: 28th Jun 2025
4 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
9 May 25'

Adrian reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Amazing course. Gavin and Tom were always patient and knowledgeable. They passed on so many useful skills over the weekend and spured everyone's confidence. Definitely get a buzz from exceeding your own expectations and walking away with a beautiful and fully functional Longbow!"

7 May 25'

Jonathan Howell reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"No idea what to expect? Absolutely grand! Gavin and Tom were experts in whom one could place complete trust; jokes, music, tea & biscuits were an essential bonus that kept us all focused yet relaxed. And yes, in the end, the longbow produced by each one of us (+ a lot of help from G&T) - a thing of beauty. It matters not whether you have one or not, or indeed whether you shoot at all, it is a craft weekend to be relished and remembered. Thank you to everyone involved."

6 May 25'

Richard reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"This course was everything I had hoped for and more. The tutors, Gav and Tom, were excellent instructors with a deep understanding of the craft, the various tools and getting the best out of all the students. The whole weekend was conducted in a relaxed, friendly and patient manner. Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or an absolute novice, you will love this course and be unbelievably proud of the English longbow you make. I cannot recommend this course, or the organisation, highly enough. Thanks guys."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Amazing thank you so much and glad you enjoyed the weekend. Let us know if you ever need any follow up Pam "

5 May 25'

Alex reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Excellent course, Gavin and Tom were fantastic instructors, patient, knowledgeable and friendly, they made the course not just about walking away with a bow, but a genuinely wonderful and enjoyable experience. I’m obsessed with the stunning bow I produced under their watchful eye, and can’t wait to try it out. Would recommend this course to anyone wanting to try their hand at making a bow, from complete novice woodworker to seasoned archer and bowyer alike. The town it’s in is also a lovely place to watch the world go by over lunch. Brilliant, thanks again! "

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Amazing thank you so much and glad you enjoyed the weekend. Let us know if you ever need any follow up Pam"