Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses reviews

6 Oct 23'

Charlotte reviewed: Painting in Pastels

"I have never worked with pastels before, but Cathy did a great job of explaining basics enough that even I managed to make something good enough to hang up on my wall. Cathy's enthusiasm for teaching really shone through and I'll be booking more classes with her in the future"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very happy you enjoyed the class and shall pass your comments onto Cathy too. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

3 Oct 23'

Jackie Clement reviewed: Painting in Pastels

"A very enjoyable afternoon. Loads of information and a very friendly helpful approach. This is the second time I have done this course and will be attending again next month."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course and look forward to seeing you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

27 Sep 23'

Michael Drury reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Course was great fun and John was a great tutor. Learnt a lot of new skills in a simple way that was easy to follow. Pace of course was great and flowed nicely "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed the workshop and shall let the course tutor know too. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

25 Sep 23'

Alison reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"I had a fantastic experience on this course. I wanted to do something different and this certainly covered it. Really enjoyable. There were only three of us so we had almost individual tuition. John was very observant of what we were doing and took us step by step though the different processes which built up our skills throughout the day. We made various items using these skills and combined them at the end of make a toasting fork. I'd recommend this course to others."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto John. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

20 Sep 23'

Camilla reviewed: Beginners' Stained-Glass Course, 2 days

"A really lovely way to spend two days making a stained glass panel. Our tutor was excellent and helped us through all the stages. Brilliant!"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the workshop and shall let the course tutor know. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

19 Sep 23'

Angie Elmore reviewed: Glass Suncatcher Copper Foiling Workshop

"Really loved this course. Jo was so patient with us and showed us how not to do it as well as how to. I really loved my toadstall at the end of the day, and would definitley recommend trying this."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let the course tutor know too. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

17 Sep 23'

Fiona reviewed: Beginners' Stained-Glass Course, 2 days

"The course was really interesting with a brief history of stained glass and then the practical. All resources were provided and the tutor was knowledgeable, approachable and friendly. I'd happily do it again, it was thoroughly enjoyable. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the workshop. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

13 Sep 23'

Sue R reviewed: Willow Weaving 'Trug' Workshop

"Excellent course, I am very happy with my end product. I feel confident to try it out on my own now, with plants from my garden. Great teacher. Lovely venue. Ready supply of hot water and iced water throughout the day whenever we needed a refill. I definitely recommend it. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the course and shall let the course tutor know. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

13 Sep 23'

David Kightley reviewed: Willow Weaving 'Trug' Workshop

"I really enjoyed the day, something I hadn't done before. Jane was really good, demonstrated each process and went around helping us all, to see if we needed help. When I arrived, Jane was very nice and explained a few things about the what to expect from the day. Jane was very well organised with everything in place for each person. She had different colours of willow and all the tools etc, that we would use over the days course. It was a very hot day and the staff at Stanwick lakes kept bringing in iced water. Tea and coffee etc for us to help ourselves. I didn't quite manage to finish my basket, so Jane gave me enough willow for me to finish it at home. I would recommend this course to anyone. I would like to do another at some point. Thank you Jane for an enjoyable day. David "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall pass your comments onto Jane too. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

3 Sep 23'

Jen reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"I did this course as a complete beginner and it was excellent, I absolutely loved it. Pete is a very knowledgable and friendly guy who pitched the class at a perfect pace, and we had a laugh and a joke along the way. Some of the people on the course had done carving before but equally seemed to enjoy it and got a lot out of it. We all left at the end of the day with a couple of carvings, and I was very pleased with what I’d accomplished, it was much better than what I was expecting to achieve as a beginner. I have to mention the staff at the visitor centre as well, because they were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. Stanwick lakes seems like a very nice place to visit. I’d highly recommend this course, and can’t think of any part of it that could have been done better."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the course and shall let the course tutor know too. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

26 Aug 23'

Ann Hawes reviewed: Glass Fusion - Garden Piece

"I came on the glass fusion workshop. I really enjoyed the experience. Sally the tutor was lovely, she was helpful, informative and encouraging. The group I was with were nice and friendly. The staff at Stanwick Lakes were very helpful. I would go on another workshop."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall Sally know too. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

23 Aug 23'

Sue O reviewed: Glass Fusion - Garden Piece

"This was such a good course , Sally was lovely and really helpful and it was a really good introduction to working with glass. I am really hoping to be able to attend other courses of hers in the future. All the other people on the course were lovely too - was such a nice way to spend the day "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We really do appreciate it. We're glad you enjoyed the course and shall let Sally know too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

20 Aug 23'

Alison Bray reviewed: Glass Fusion - Garden Piece

"A great introduction to glass fusion. Sally gave help, advice and positive feedback. It was great fun and my finished creation will be a lasting reminder of a thoroughly enjoyable day. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course and shall let Sally know. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes Team."

5 Aug 23'

Pauline Bird reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"An excellent day! Good tuition for a new carver. Not a full group so everyone had extra help where needed. Lovely "trophies" + handouts to take home. Many thanks."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

30 Jul 23'

Susan and Paul Roman reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Peter was a very kind and very knowledgeable teacher. A two day course with Peter would also have suited us.We are complete beginners, and both enjoyed the day and will carry on wood carving. We combined the course with a holiday in the area, we wish there was something similar in our county."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are pleased that you enjoyed the course. Thank you for taking the time to let us know you enjoyed it. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

29 Jul 23'

Charlie Osborne reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Fantastic course - fantastic tutor. Lovely pace, great knowledge & beautiful place. Would recommend 2 day courses as it's a lot to get in the one day. Keep this course going as they are dying out too fast!"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your review. We were really happy that you enjoyed the course and shall let the course tutor know. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

28 Jul 23'

Joseph Meadows reviewed: Rustic Stool Making Course, 2 days

"Loved it, attended with my girlfriend and we both enjoyed the experience. The instructor was very friendly and knew his stuff. I'm now on the lookout for some woodworking tools to expand on these skills at home..."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a lovely review. We are very pleased that you both enjoyed the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

26 Jul 23'

Tracey reviewed: Rustic Stool Making Course, 2 days

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Thank you John for sharing your skills! I would definitely recommend this course particularly for people with little experience like myself. I now have a wonderful stool in pride of place "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a lovely review. We are happy you enjoyed the workshop. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

20 Jul 23'

Jeremy Hedges reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"John was a fantastic instructor and I personally found him great to work with and I thoroughly enjoyed the day and worth the money."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a review. We do appreciate it and are glad you enjoyed the day. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

17 Jul 23'

Kim Bush reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Fantastic day "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are pleased you enjoyed your day! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

16 Jul 23'

andy chester reviewed: Glass Fusion - Holey Moley Bowl making

"Very enjoyable and very therapeutic. Sally was an excellent instructor but gave free reign to do your own design which really added to the experience. Can't wait to see my finished product. Will certainly be looking at future courses"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review - we are very happy you enjoyed the workshop and shall let Sally know. We look forward to seeing you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

14 Jul 23'

Peter Clifford reviewed: Monthly Acrylic Painting classes

"Very enjoyable. I am learning a lot and improving my skills "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are pleased you are enjoying the workshop! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

13 Jul 23'

Lisa E reviewed: Glass Fusion - Holey Moley Bowl making

"Good fun, learnt something new and a lovely way to spend an afternoon- the time whizzed by "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the workshop and look forward to seeing you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

13 Jul 23'

Celia Flowerday reviewed: Glass Fusion - Holey Moley Bowl making

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course, Sally was an excellent tutor and we had plenty of time to get creative with the glass. Looking forward to doing another item when she has her next course. Excellent room with plenty of natural light to work in. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review. We shall let Sally know you enjoyed the course and we hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

11 Jul 23'

madeline whiteman reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Informative and enjoyable."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."