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Traditional Spoon Carving with David Alty
From a variety of timbers you will learn how to choose, prepare and split timber and the various methods and styles of carving you could incorporate into your piece. This will entail using a variety of specialist tools which are all provided.
The course will take place on the lawn of the original Tea Garden at the venue, if it is raining we will work under gazebos or use the Squirrel Barn
The use of sharp knives etc in this class means it is only suitable for sensible 16 to 18's when accompanied by responsible paying adults.
9.45am to 4.00pm
£90 inc tasty lunch, fresh coffee etc
Material Charges - £5
Sunday 25th July 2027
Typically this course runs with 6 to 8 students
Please bring: Everything is provided - please wear old clothes and bring £5 towards materials/ prep time by Dave for this course. There will be a Health and Safety Briefing at the start of the class - the class involve the use of many large sharp knives and whittling tools. Please bring a supply of plasters! 
About the Artist David Alty has been run numerous Bushcraft courses over the years at Greystoke. He works within woodlands and also runs the Cob Pizza Ovens here.
| Workshop Date | Sun 25th July 2027 9:45 am 9:45 am - 4:00 pm |
| Available places | 6 |
| Individual Price | £90.00 |
