Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses reviews

22 May 24'

David Belton reviewed: Two-day Medieval Glass Painting Course

"This was a great course and I was very pleased with my piece of medieval painted glass. Jo the tutor was very helpful and very methodical in going through the process. All materials and tools were provided. The only downside (hence 4 stars) is that there were periods during both days where we had to wait for the glass to be fired and cool down and there was a lot of waiting around. I think the course could be restructured to include things like glass cutting and history into the waiting periods, to keep the attendees occupied and get full use of both days."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and thank you for your feedback. It is always helpful to know where we could improve to ensure our attendees get the best out of the workshop. We shall pass your feedback onto the course tutor to see if we can perhaps change the way things are done to try and eliminate the waiting around part. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

19 May 24'

Camilla reviewed: Two-day Medieval Glass Painting Course

"Brilliant weekend with tutor Jo. The course was very interesting and we were very busy as well as hearing about the history of medieval stained glass. Jo took us through the complex technique step by step and we all achieved great results. Stanwick Lakes is a lovely setting too."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the course and shall let Jo know too. We do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

14 May 24'

Carol reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Farm Animals

"I very much enjoyed the course thank you very much. A wonderful day out. I am pleased with the painting I made. Shame I cannot share it with you through the review process."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

14 May 24'

Madeline Whiteman reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Enjoyable and informative. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are glad you enjoyed the course! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

12 May 24'

Martina reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"I had a fantastic day, learning the beginnings of blacksmithing. John is a great tutor, knowledgeable and supportive. Initially, I was looking for a one to one course but I found that being in a small group worked really well. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with an interest in blacksmithing."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and shall pass your comments onto the course tutor. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

7 May 24'

Mark Cotton reviewed: Willow Weaving ‘Pheasant’ Workshop

"Great course and tuition, and also great fun. The pheasants we produced were all very personalised. Mine has pride of place in my garden."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are really happy that you enjoyed the workshop and shall pass your comments onto the tutor Jane. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

1 May 24'

Paul reviewed: Wood Carving Workshop - One Day

"Don’t get me wrong, this was a pleasurable day, very knowledgeable tutor and hands on, but would have liked a little more direction/training on which tool to use when and for what effect. Fine if you are an experienced woodworker, not great if you are a novice."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We have noted your comments and fed them back to the course tutor. It is always helpful to receive feedback like this to help us to improve and sorry that you felt you could have done with more direction. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

30 Apr 24'

Charmain reviewed: Monthly Watercolour Classes

"I was very happy attending this watercolour workshop. The afternoon was well constructed and I felt welcomed. C/Kathy was approachable and very knowledgeable. I enjoyed a relaxing afternoon learning and came away with a lot of new knowledge to build on. I would happily attend again. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are happy that you enjoyed the workshop and do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

29 Apr 24'

Jeff reviewed: Wood Carving Workshop - One Day

"Excellent day and good tutoring dispelled many old fears as to wood carving. In addition I had a session on sharpening tools which was very helpful indeed. Left with a satisfied grin on my face. Many thanks"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are very happy that you enjoyed the workshop and shall let the course tutor know too. We do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

28 Apr 24'

James Duncan-Finn reviewed: Wood Carving Workshop - One Day

"Really enjoyed the wood carving course. Very friendly and experienced instructor in nice surroundings. Highly recommended."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

24 Apr 24'

Michael reviewed: Introduction to Traditional Leaded Stained-Glass Course, 2 days

"Good grounding to making a stained glass window which was explained in detail through each stage of construction. I was very pleased with the result and was able to take home the finished completed window. Thanks"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the workshop and were able to take home a completed window! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

23 Apr 24'

Rose reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course, I was a bit apprehensive however the teacher was excellent "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

23 Apr 24'

Rose reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Meadows

"Excellent course. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can definitely recommend it "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

23 Apr 24'

Chris reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Meadows

"I had such a lovely morning. The tutor Cathy is so patient and encouraging. I have now been introduced to Brusho!!! A new medium and experience for me! The art room is lovely, just off the cafe if you need a coffee! The setting is beautiful. A most enjoyable session."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the course and so hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

20 Apr 24'

Jeannette Clark reviewed: Glass Suncatcher Copper Foiling Workshop

"A very enjoyable day in a very relaxed location. Jo is an excellent tutor explaining everything very clearly. Having only 6 students gave everyone plenty of time with Jo and use of the equipment. A lovely group of ladies who all went home very happy with their completed project. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to give copper foiling a try. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the workshop and shall let Jo know too. We do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

18 Apr 24'

Laura Butcher reviewed: Glass Fusion - Holey Moley Bowl making

"This was the first time I had worked with glass and Sally was very patient and gave clear instructions. Free rein of our creativity with colours and shape. It was a very relaxed atmosphere and the staff at Stanwick Lakes were very friendly and helpful. An ideal place to learn a new craft."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let the course tutor Sally know too. We do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

17 Apr 24'

Teresa Threadgold reviewed: Willow Weaving 'Trug' Workshop

"Really enjoyed the course. Great tutor too."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are happy you enjoyed the course! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

17 Apr 24'

Bev reviewed: Monthly Pottery Classes

"I did a pottery class in March with a friend and we both really enjoyed it. We were surprised how much we made. Catherine, the teacher, was brilliant, she is very enthusiastic and helpful. We’re looking forward to attending another class."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let Cathy know too.. We do hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

15 Apr 24'

Nicola Hedges reviewed: Willow Weaving 'Trug' Workshop

"Thank you for such an interesting & fun day. Jane was such a lovely person with lots of knowledge & patience.. I loved the fact that we all managed to get something made... Well done xxx"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall let Jane know. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

6 Apr 24'

Paul Gale reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Great course, not too much theory then got straight to work. Very knowledgeable tutor."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad you enjoyed the workshop. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

6 Apr 24'

Alison Goacher reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"A very enjoyable course provided by a knowledgeable instructor. Am very pleased with the items I produced. Many thanks John"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

1 Apr 24'

Gavin reviewed: Tinsmithing Workshop - One Day

"I attended the Tinsmithing day at Stanwick Lakes on 23 March. John was a helpful, entertaining and educational teacher, taking time with 5 novices to guide us through the practice, jig making and a couple of project items. It was a very enjoyable day and we all left with usable items we had made."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed the day and shall pass your feedback onto the course tutor. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

29 Mar 24'

Louise summers reviewed: Monthly Pottery Classes

"Always a very creative and positive time had with the brilliant Cathy. Such a talented and enabling teacher/coach/encourager! "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are glad you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

27 Mar 24'

Tim reviewed: Spoon Carving Workshop - One Day

"Fantastic day spent with good people, great tuition, and although I had no experience at all, I did manage to make a spoon! I am now looking to buy my own tools to have another go. Very enjoyable and definitely recommended. Thanks to all at Stanwick Lakes and Craft Courses. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the workshop and managed to make a spoon! We shall pass your feedback onto the course tutor. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

24 Mar 24'

Janette Kightley-Green reviewed: Glass Fusion - Holey Moley Bowl making

"Sally is a great teacher who has a lot of specialist knowledge in glass fusion. It is very interesting how small pieces of coloured glass can be put together to make such amazingly unique, colourful objects. Sally is very patient and friendly. She spends time with everyone allowing each person to be creative in 'their own way'. Would thoroughly recommend this course as it requires no previous knowledge and you end up with a beautiful object totally hand made by you and personal to you too. Sally teaches you all the skills you will need and provides all the materials too. The venue at Stanwick Lakes is just perfect for craft courses. Give it a try."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let Sally know too. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."