Bench Making Long Weekend

This 3 day bench making course will introduce you to the joys of making long-lasting, unique furniture, using hand tools and local, sustainably sourced hardwoods.  We will cover:

 

• Splitting and shaping legs and stretchers using axes and drawknives.

• Preparing a rough sawn board for the bench top using hand planes, spokeshaves and scrapers.

• Determining the geometry of the bench using sightlines, and drilling holes.

• The practicalities of making mortice and tenon joints, including the drying of components.

• Assembling the bench.

• Finishing touches.

 

The course will take place in a beautiful, peaceful woodland workshop (weather permitting), with fresh locally sourced lunches provided (the pizza oven may even be fired up!).  George will also provide a tour and talk on the ongoing organic conversion of the farm.

 

Suitable for a range of experience levels, from complete beginners to those with previous woodworking experience.  However, please be aware that a degree of fitness/strength is required as there are quite physical elements to the course.  Do get in touch if you are unsure!

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   To find out more and to book, visit Rushmere Farm, or simply get in touch via our contact page.

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Cost: £305

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2023 Course Dates

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July 29-31 - Sold Out

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