Peter Lanyon Furniture reviews

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

"My boyfriend and I both did the course and thoroughly enjoyed it! We were really lucky with the weather and working on the split logs outside in the sunshine was a lovely experience. Peter is a very skilled craftsman and a friendly, approachable teacher (he also makes great flapjack which was a fab unexpected treat!) The area in general is very beautiful so you can really make a long weekend of it and enjoy a creative break in the countryside. Thanks for having us Peter! :)"

Lucy and Pete McCormick reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"We both loved this course. It was delivered in stunning surroundings and with great knowledge and a really friendly atmosphere. It is done in easy steps with demonstrations and help all the way so that you really get to understand the tasks and learn how to use the tools correctly. Do it, you won't regret it!!"

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

"My Dad and I went on the course after a search of the craft courses website. We had a brilliant weekend working at Peter's workshop. Peter gave excellent instruction and advice to guide us through making our first green wood furniture. I would definitely recommend a course with Peter!"

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

"I was brought this as a gift which I thought was a joke as my past woodwork experience has left me with nothing more than a big pile of shavings . However, The whole experience was excellent and I really enjoyed myself. I surprised myself and my family when I returned home with a piece of furniture ( a table) which my wife wants to keep in the house :) . On the course we went from tree stumps to some amazing furniture within just two days and the techniques we learnt will allow everyone of us to do this in my leisure time at home . The whole group produced some fantastic work and the relaxed atmosphere meant everyone got on and pulled together . Overall it was a great experience and Peter and Joe looked after us all brilliantly . So no matter what your skill level I recommend this as a course for you and/or your loved ones ."

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

"I had a simply wonderful 2 days learning new skills, I will cherish this experience for a long time and have a stool to remind me."

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

"When I had a visit to England approaching I decided to look for a green wood furniture making course. I looked online and found Peter's course of two days as an introduction. I was not disappointed. The course structure was great for me as I had little experience in this craft. Peter was a wonderful tutor and was always on hand for advice. There was never an issue with the tools and I was introduced to new tools and their use. With fine weather on the first day we were able to work outside in a lovely Devon environment in the country. The second day was mostly indoors in a large well equiped workshop. How nice it was to be able to complete the project and have something to take home with me at the end of the course."

Mike Day reviewed: Green wood chair making in Portugal

"I thought that the opportunity to follow Peter's Creative Chair Making course during spring time in a remote and beautiful part of Portugal was one not to be missed and I not disappointed. Previous reviewers comments are correct; Peter is a fine teacher and craftsman. In these 6 days under Peter's guidance we went from tree to chair and I learnt many new skills using tools I had never seen before, finally walking away with a beautiful piece of furniture. The small group was able to work outside taking in the views whenever we took a break. We also stayed on location in the craft village, self-catering in our own delightful traditional schist cottage. This was an experience that delivered on very level and will stay sharp in my memory for many years to come and has indeed inspired me to do more wood work."

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

"What a fantastic course in a beautiful location! We all had different ideas and the interaction that Peter got between us I think helped everyone improve their designs. Mine was certainly challenging but with the expert guidance provided is now a lovely piece of furniture that many people comment on. It is even more comfortable to sit on than expected (although I definately went more for appearance!). I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn more complicated techniques and produce a quality piece of furniture at the same time."

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

"A great learning experience! 6 people from very different backgrounds, with little in common. Some of us new nothing , some of us new something. Some had detailed ideas on paper, some had a vague idea or no idea at all. The things we all have in common now are beautiful, unique pieces of furniture thanks to Peters great knowledge, expertise and patience. Peters workshop is a well equipped and inspiring space with a good amount of room both inside and out. Highly recommended!"

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

"Great opportunity to learn from Peter's deep knowledge of all things wood. Would definitely recommend the course. Peter worked so well with us all to apply his knowledge and enthusiasm and help us realise our varied designs. Gave timely and wise advice and the right balance between showing us how to do things and allowing us to learn whilst doing things ourselves. Great location, lovely atmosphere and so much accomplished in 6 days. Definitely recommend this course."

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

"The "Introduction to Green Woodworking" course did not disappoint. Peter's blend of hands on teaching with quiet encouragement made the weekend both rewarding and relaxing at the same time. What I liked particularly was the freedom to follow one's own ideas (within the time constraints) and the ability to choose the materials to suit. I made a coffee table out of a beautiful piece of elm with ash legs. I have years of experience working with wood at home and as a recently retired DT teacher, but I was still able to learn a lot from the course. Peter's obvious love for the materials and processes used shines through. The processes are a joy - as someone said on the course, "the travishing is ravishing". I was truly sad to end the weekend in the beautiful setting of the Devon Green Woodworking centre. It was well worth the trip from Cheshire and I'm sorely tempted to return for another longer course. Thankyou Peter"

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

"I can’t imagine Peter ever getting less than 5 stars - both he and the course are an absolute treasure!! His direct and gracious teaching style are inspirational and confidence-building and even total novices were soon sharing opinions and ideas. I came away mesmerised with his real understanding of the properties of natural material and how well designed tools can treat it so sympathetically. And, of course, what a great way to meet other people!! The humour, support and cooperation within the group was lovely although there was so much going on you could just keep your head down and get on with it if you wanted. I’m gonna do more!!"

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

"This was the second course I have booked with Peter and once again thoroughly enjoyed it. The tuition from Peter is excellent and the location simply stunning. Everybody came with different design ideas and Peter encouraged every one of them. I came away with a garden bench that I'm really proud of. There really is something quite special in making something from scratch with your own hands !"

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

"A great course. I arrived with an idea of the sort of bench I wanted to make and ended up with something far nicer and far beyond what I thought I would be capable of. The workshop is very well equipped and Peter guides one through patiently and expertly. A wonderful way to spend a week and build up green woodworking skills."

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

"I absolutely loved this course. You come with an idea of what you would like to create and Peter expertly guides you through the whole process of how to get there. The location is beautiful and the workshop well equipped. Not only did I come away with I bench I'm really proud of thanks to Peter, but this was also the most chilled out week I've had in ages. I can't reccomend Peter and this course highly enough."

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks James, I hope your bench has been admired by all at home. Great to meet you! Cheers, Peter"

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

"This is much more than a 'learn how to make a chair course'. You do, of-course, make a beautiful chair, but in addition Peter has created a workshop which seems rather other worldly. You can park the day to day niggles of life at the gate and spend a fabulous week being gently guided through the various steps needed to transform a log into a beautiful piece of furniture. Along the way there is opportunity to chat, to learn about greenwood work generally and to improve and learn skills. The whole experience is therapeutic and great fun. Do it!"

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

"What a week. It has been a privilege to have spent time being so expertly taught by Peter, and in the company of a lovely group of people. The Workshop is a world away from the more usual stresses of life, it is a great working space and has everything you need (…somewhere). I went along to make a chair. I came home full of smiles about the laughter and stories that were told as we worked away, an amazing sense of achievement, and a fantastic chair. Thank you, Peter, and thanks to everyone for all the encouragement and camaraderie."

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

"I have just arrived home after 6 days making a chair . A unique experience with a wonderful man. Having never worked with green wood before I have walked away with a beautiful chair and spent a great week with some interesting like minded people. Read all the reviews they are far more eloquent than me. I feel truly privileged and very proud of my chair!!"

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

"This is a great course for anyone (and I mean anyone!) who has a desire to make their own chair. There is absolutely no experience necessary to complete this course and come home with a unique piece of furniture. Peter has a great depth of knowledge which he is happy to share. He guides you along the process from log to chair in a very relaxed manner, offering advice all the way. I spent a lovely week in great company, with lots of laughter and a desire to make more chairs!! Everyone helped each other out and we all came home very pleased with our work. I cannot recommend this course enough. If you are unsure, my advice would to be just go for it!!"

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

"Have just returned home after a 6 day chair making course - and my chair is stunning. But so were the chairs of the other people on the course, and no two the same. The sense of camaraderie that Peter fostered on the course made the whole experience deeply satisfying. There were no tears, but much laughter - and to come home with a beautiful piece of hand made, unique, green wood furniture is deeply satisfying. I can thoroughly recommend the course to novices and experienced woodworkers, who will be taken on a journey from a log to a chair. Thanks again Peter for a great week."

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

"Great course; and thoroughly recommend the nearby cottages with woodburning hot tubs!!"

katie Mitchell reviewed: Green Woodworking - Make a Shave Horse - 1 Day Course in South Devon

"A really good day and coming home with a fully working shave horse too is a bonus. I'm already planning my next course with Peter ! He is patient and full of knowledge a great course and would highly recommend"

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

"An excellent 2 days. I came away with a lot more knowledge than I arrived with and a 3 legged stool which is great to look at and completely practical to use. The teaching and the workshop tools were excellent."

Malcolm B reviewed: Tool Sharpening and Maintenance- 1 Day Course in South Devon

"After basic sharpening theory we were then shown equipment and strategies to use to enable a range of tools to be sharpened. I now feel confident to use the skills that I have been taught to sharpen various tools. Add to that the good company it was a very enjoyable and worthwhile day."

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

"This was a fantastic expirience and one I'd highly recommend. It was a real pleasure to spend a weekend learning from a true craftsman, and I have come away with a host of new skills, a beautiful table and some fantastic memories.  Looking forward to booking my next course with Peter soon."