Woodturning Course with
Philip Greenwood RPT
Here in North Yorkshire set in the beautiful surrounding of
Hutton-le-Hole, in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park.
I have been woodturning since 1986. I have demonstrated at the Harrogate woodworking show since 2008.
Author for Woodworking magazines
My work is displayed on my main site
Courses from an Introduction to woodturning to a more advance course.
All courses run one to one
2 by arrangement with yourself.
Course will include
- Workshop Safety
- Lathe Choice
- Tool Choice
- Sharpening
- Wood Choice
On the woodturning course you will learn
Workshop safety; this includes dust control,
lighting and heating for the workshop, and workshop layout.
Lathe choice is important;
we will talk about the different lathes on the market, what the difference is between
them, and which one might be the right choice for you. We will cover the woodturning
chuck, how to use this important piece of equipment.
Tool selection, what tools you
need for a start, 6 basic tools is all you need to start turning.
Sharpening your
tools, how to look after your tools so you get the best from them.
Wood choice is
important when you start turning. We will talk about how to choose woods for different
projects.
1 Day course:- aimed for you to try woodturning, this course will cover
the basics and you will take home your item you have turned on the course.
2 Day course:-
aimed at learning the basics and will include more items to take home.
3 Day course:-
will give you the chance to spend more time on the projects and cover them in more
detail. and also improve your skills
The cost of the course will include the materials
used, and refreshments and a light lunch.
The course will run from 9.30am – 4.30pm
or if you prefer the course can be split into half days, morning or afternoons,
Date
to be arranged with student.
If under 18 please contact us before booking.
Gift Vouchers
are available if you would like to book one of these woodturning courses as a present.
Local
accommodation if needed from B&B to Hotels are available in Hutton-le-Hole.
1 Day Course £115
2 Day Course £200
3 Day Course £300
Hourly tuition is available at an hourly rate of £17.
Intermediate courses:- Woodturning
Courses are available to advance your ability and to learn new skills and methods.
This includes wet turning, hollowing and square edge bowls. Please state which course
when booking.
1 Day Course £125
Tel 01751 417089 Booking Form
Cheque Made payable to Greenwood Crafts.
Or Pay online below and I will contact you to arrange a date for your course.
