bowl turning course
| date: | 8 May 2027 25 Sept 2027 |
| overview: | Lean the art of turning wooden bowls on a foot-powered lathe – a skill that goes back to at least Viking times. We will begin with the techniques to shape a solid piece of locally grown greenwood with an axe (this is the bowl blank) which you will turn on a traditional bowl lathe to make a usable breakfast or dinner bowl to take home. We will also discuss drying, oiling and cleaning your bowl. Please be aware that this day requires a level of fitness and exertion similar to that of a medium length walk. It’s important to wear closed-toe sensible footwear |
| start time: | 9.30am tea/ introductions for 10am start |
| lunch : | approx 1pm – 2pm please bring a packed lunch. Hot drinks will be provided. |
| finish time: | approx 4.30pm |
| cost: | £150 per person |
| tutor: | Steve De St Croix |
| cancellations: | we will provide a full refund if you cancel your place more than 14 days in advance of the course start date. Please note that we will be unable to refund your course fee or transfer you to another course if you cancel your place less than 14 days before the start of the course. |
| what to wear: | You will be outside (under cover) for the entire course. |
| course size: | maximum of 3 participants |
| what to bring: | All tools and materials will be provided. |
| how to book: | Booking Form |
| location: | Courses and volunteer days are held at Bore Place, between Edenbridge and Sevenoaks, Kent. Bore Place is an environmental and educational charity on a 500 acre organic farm, set in beautiful low weald countryside. Converted farm buildings and a Jacobean Manor House offer accommodation if required, with walks and local pubs to enjoy when you’re not wooding! Directions will be sent to you once you’ve booked on a course and can also be accessed from the Workshop Directions Page. |
| accommodation: | Depending on availability, there is accommodation to rent on site. If you want to book accommodation, it is essential that you contact Bore Place before booking a place on a course as options are limited. Please call 01732 463255 or email bookings@boreplace.org. There are also some glamping options on site - see Free Range Glamping for more information. |