Peter Lanyon Furniture reviews

5 Jul 15'

John Sweeney reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"What a wonderful week! Peter's experience and knowledge as a craftsman were a privilege to work with. The location in south Devon is fantastic and very picturesque. I'm so happy with the chair and the course has inspired many more ideas and more chairs to make. I highly recommend the course, the tools were also great."

2 Jul 15'

David Lee reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"A very good course as a introduction to green wood working. The two day course is busy and fairly full on. You are able to make and complete a simple stool or small table and take it away with you. Peter is available with as much support as you need. What ever your experience of other areas of woodworking you would find this course worthwhile and useful."

1 Jul 15'

Jo Jenkins reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"We had a great weekend on this course. I have never done wood work of any kind before, and as a complete beginner found that Peter and his helper Dave were patient teachers. I surprised myself by coming away with a green wood stool that I am proud of, and isn't wonky! It was brilliant to get away from the rat race, (no mobile signal) and create something beautiful. If you are in any doubt about choosing this course, all I can say is ' do it!'"

13 Jun 15'

Karin reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"How on earth can I turn this green log into a chair for my dining room? Worries that were forgotten as soon as Peter started with his instructions. He is an excellent teacher and emphasizes in design. With every day I gained more confidence in using the tools and I went home with a really light chair. Thanks to the steam bent elements for the back it is very comfortable, too. His workshop lies in a picture-postcard part of Devon, where only cows and birds interrupt the peace and quiet. The facilities for working inside and outside are excellent. I come back – no question.K"

26 May 15'

Dave Curno reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"What a great course, so much learnt about green woodworking and the techniques needed to build a wide variety of furniture. At the start of the week the idea of producing a piece of furniture can seem daunting but Peter encourages and guides you in the right direction in his own unassuming manner. The tools and instruction are top quality and by the end of the six days you will have created a unique seat of your very own. Anyone can do this course and will find it relaxing, absorbing and totally satisfying. Very highly recommended."

5 May 15'

Ian Whitehead reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"What a week! I came to this course pretty much as a novice on the shave horse, having had a great day, also with Peter, producing my own shave horse. The course gave me the flexibility to produce the chair that I wanted, not only in terms of design but also wood selection. Peter's expert guidance and support throughout the week enabled me to craft a chair with character, encouraging me to go on and make more at home."

4 May 15'

Dan reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"A fantastic 2 day course from which you walk away with your very own stool or small table. The days are quite fast paced in order to fit it all in but Peter is brilliant at explaining each step and giving an understanding of how wood behaves. The number of people on the course is just right. Highly recommended."

28 Apr 15'

David Cutting reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I thoroughly recommend the two-day introductory course to green wood working. Peter explains each stage very lucidly and is very supportive throughout and the course is well paced so you have time to learn the different techniques as you work through each stage of the process. The whole experience is great fun and the weekend is both informal and very productive. Everyone finishes up with a lovely piece of furniture that is entirely their own making."

27 Apr 15'

Mark Maunsell-Thomas reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Great couple of days. Peter is patient and managed to support all of us with the intricacies of making our own stool. He guided us through each step meticulously and made the process seem relatively easy... A lot to cover in two days but everyone went home with a piece to be proud of which should last years. I'll be back for more! Thanks Peter."

20 Apr 15'

Anne reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"A really good week starting with logs and ending up with a unique functional chair! Peter's calm patience made it possible. All new ways of working- very hard work but at the same time removed from every day life so releasing and relaxing, leaving a feeling of being more in touch with life. Highly recommended."

20 Mar 15'

Rachel reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This is the second course I have attended with Peter and I will certainly be back again. Everyone on the course produced beautiful pieces of furniture to take away with them and had gained a number of new skills along the way. Working with wood in this way is completely rewarding and engrossing, the location of the workshop is beautiful and the opportunity to work outside in good weather made it even better. As before I would recommend attending one of Peter's courses to everyone whatever your level of experience."

11 Mar 15'

Emily reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"What an amazing two days with the brilliant Peter and Jarve on the introductory course. I made a stool from cherry and sycamore and it was incredible. I was amazed at how you could turn a wet tree into a beautiful piece of furniture in just two days. Thanks to Peters clear and calm instruction and obvious vast knowledge of green wood working enabled everyone to create beautiful furniture irrespective of people's experience and abilities. I will be coming for more courses and investing in some hand tools, and having ago at making my own shave horse! Thank you Peter and Jarve."

10 Mar 15'

Nick Pendleton reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just attended Peter's 2 day introductory course, with no previous experience. Loved the authentic production environment. I made a rustic stool using sweet chestnut and oak, could not believe the beautiful authentic result. My family were amazed. Enjoyed starting from scatch with a chestnut branch converted to the wooden legs using a variety of traditional tools. Peter took time to demonstrate the different fabrication stages and was supportive and attentive throughout, ably assisted by Jarve, his trusty volunteer. I am hooked!"

10 Mar 15'

Dave Parker reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just attended the 2 day Introduction To Green Woodworking Course (March 2015) and it was brilliant. I've never done anything like this before and I couldn't believe what I achieved in the two days. Peter Lanyon enthuses you with his own passion for green woodworking and his teaching style is hands on with lots of support and coaching. I made a three legged stool from cherry and sycamore and I think it's truly beautiful, I can't believe I made it. I learned about different kinds of wood, used loads of tools I'd never seen before and feel quite inspired by the whole experience."

9 Mar 15'

Ali Rutherford reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just spent two excellent days with Peter Lanyon, learning how to make a stool out of green wood. I would recommend this to anyone from complete beginners to those who have lots of experience. It was wonderful to be able to spend time making something me, under expert supervision. We all came away with a beautiful piece of furniture and you would not have believed it possible for all of us to create something so professional looking. I was jealous of everyone's work! Peter and Jav encouraged, corrected and guided us all into achieving great things. I will certainly be back and feel inspired to do more. Thank you very much."

10 Feb 15'

Tim Poate reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Superb course. Great workshop with plenty of tools to try out and get used. Excellent support and advice on all aspects of woodwork. Friendly and welcoming style, very relaxed. I look forward to future courses."

6 Feb 15'

Mike reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"An excellent course in a welcoming and inspiring environment. Peter and Jav were very generous with their extensive knowledge and experience. Thank you - I will be back for the Chair Making course."

5 Feb 15'

Terry Speyer reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Had a fabulous weekend learning a lot about Greenwood working. Peter is so obviously knowledgeable and so easy to approach and ask information of. Wide availability of tools to use and due to the process, on delay in completing the project. I thought I was not going to finish my stool but realised that the other course members were behind in other ways!"

2 Feb 15'

Tony Thomson reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"What a fantastic experience! I rate this as one of the best courses I have attended. The hands on approach, the level of expertise, the positive attitudes and helpfulness of Peter and Jav, made it both enjoyable and educational. I learned a lot. It was great too to meet the other delegates. We were all looking to learn and that made for a great atmosphere. As someone who runs a training company, I can only hope that my delegates feel as positive about the courses we run? Thank you Peter and Jav for a great weekend."

2 Feb 15'

Richard Brown reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Very good course for beginners - an almost inspirational event! Good because it took as read that all participants wanted to be there and wanted to achieve something - thus we hit the ground running. Would recommend it,strongly."

5 Dec 14'

Issy Bryars reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This is more than a course in woodworking, the venue is lovely, the workshop is tucked away deep in the Devon countryside, the tools were plentiful and great quality and locally sourced wood a joy to work with. Peters softly spoken instruction and vast experience guided us all to create something practical, beautiful and very personal. Totally absorbing and addictive we will be back to try our hand at a table. This is just the beginning...... Thank you Peter."

1 Dec 14'

kerry vaughan reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I had an enjoyable weekend on this busy course,turning a tree trunk into a piece of furniture I love. The tuition was great .Peter and his able assistant were kind informative and exceptionally patient .I had no previous experience but would love to return for another course. It was a great way to spend the weekend .The group were a fun enthusiastic mix of people and it fascinating to see how we all managed to produce such different and delightful pieces of furniture . I would highly recommend this course"

4 Nov 14'

Rachel Bush reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"This course was one of the best things I have ever done. I came to this as a complete novice and ended the week with a beautiful chair and an incredible sense of achievement. Lovely location, great teaching, wonderful people, I would recommend it to everyone."

30 Oct 14'

Jim Hutton reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"Peter is a great instructor with a good selection of tools, wood and knowledge to let you create something special. The setting is special and the peace and quiet, good company and fresh air combine with working green wood to make it a lovely and fulfilling six days. Very highly recommended for both novice and experienced green wood workers."

28 Oct 14'

Ken Bromage reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"This was my first venture in green wood (definitely not my last) and it was a great experience, Peter is an exceptional tutor and I cannot recommend this course highly enough, the location is also stunning. This is a hands on practical course and you come away with the fruits if your labour. Word of caution you cannot 'pop' to the shops so don't forget lunch!"