Walderchain Wood reviews

Marie-Claire reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"My 13yr old son Conor and I had a lovely day yesterday on the spoon carving course. Mark was a great, patient teacher who has a wealth of knowledge about carving and wood. We had a lovely walk around his woods which was very informative and a great homemade lunch of soup and cake. A great day that I’d highly recommend to anyone interested in outdoor activities."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Thank you very much. I'm glad you both enjoyed your day. Lots of tool shopping next, I guess. ATB Mark"

Virginie Daniau reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"My daughter attended the workshop this weekend and had a wonderful time. She has managed to carve a great spoon even if it was a beginner."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Many thanks for your review. We're glad Sara enjoyed the class. She did very well. We were particularly impressed with how quickly she took to the axe work. All the best Mark"

DAWN STOCKLEY reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"Wow, what a day. Mark and Jill are amazing teachers in the art of spoon carving. The workshop is in the most beautiful location and a fantastic lunch was provided by Christina. We had been waiting for a date for a year to do the course due to other commitments but the wait was well and truly worth it. The course is about far more than learning to carve a spoon. You learn all about the tools and how to use them safely, information about what wood to use and a lovely walk around Marks woods. If you are considering doing the couse think no more, get on and book it. You will not be disappointed."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Many thanks for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the day. Watch this page for future classes. All the best Mark"

Gary Bickmore reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"Beautiful location and blessed with fantastic weather. I had a brilliant day and learnt so much that I can take away and apply myself at home. Mark and Jill are patient and expert teachers that support and guide you throughout the day. Excellent advice on techniques and equipment that you might want to look out for should you choose to take up this art. A delicious home made lunch and a nice walk through the woodland with advice on tree types and things like coppicing and woodland management. I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience spoon carving and have gone away with knowledge that will last a lifetime. Thanks to everyone at Walderchain Wood."

Paula reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"Mark very welcoming on arrival and very patient with his teaching. Very hands on and practical. Really had a great day learning how to safely use an axe and different knives. Lunch was wholesome and home made. The best bit was coming away with a spoon that I had carved myself. Thank you for sharing your skills."

Iso reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"A great sunlit day with Mark and Jill at Mark's workshop in autumn-bright beautiful woodland. These two experts gave us excellent hands-on teaching of axe and knife work, tips on wood types and spoon design, plus plenty of tool envy opportunities - all accompanied by much good humour and Chris's fabulous lunch. Thank you!"

Barbara reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"I was looking for an unusual early Christmas present for my partner and this course was brilliant. We had a very good time with Mark and Jill and thanks to their skills and patience, we both managed to carve great spoons, enjoy a delicious meal and have a nice walk in the woods."

Emma reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"If you love crafts and want to try something new, this is an unforgettable day’s course. The skills Mark and Jill have are incredible, they taught me (a complete novice) to carve the most amazing spoon. I’d thoroughly recommend you to sign up, I would definitely return to learn something else. Carving is so good for the soul."