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.
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 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 courses as a present.
Local accommodation
if needed from B&B to Hotels are available in Hutton-le-Hole.
1 Day Course £95
2 Day Course £185
3 Day Course £270
Hourly tuition is available at
an hourly rate of £15.
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
£100
Tel 01751 417089
Cheque Made payable to Greenwood Crafts. Booking Form
Or Pay online below and I will contact you to arrange a date for your course.