Green wood working skills for women - make a meditation stool
Description
“When women thrive, we all rise.” In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, this workshop is designed for anyone who identifies as a woman and wants to learn about green wood working in a supportive, encouraging environment. You will be led by Vicky, who began her own green wood working journey as a volunteer with Small Woods and has flourished into a competent and versatile tutor. Using beautiful cherry wood, create your own handcrafted balance/yoga stool - a lightweight, earthy piece designed to travel easily. The skills and techniques used in green woodworking are deeply connected to sustainable forestry practices, and will give you a solid base from which to continue practicing and expanding your craft. You will learn: - how to work on a shave horse - how to use a drawknife to shape wood - how to use a hand drill and auger for boring holes - how to use a tenon cutter to shape the legs - secure assembly with oak wedges Come and gain confidence in time-honoured woodworking skills, connect with natural materials and enjoy a warm and welcoming learning experience.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable - Refunds are not available
Maker
We are the Small Woods Association – the national organisation for woodland owners, workers, and supporters. We stand for sustainable woodlands that support wildlife, provide meaningful work, and are welcoming to people. A core part of our mission is providing learning and skills development. We offer a wide range of practical courses and training—covering everything from woodland management and coppicing to greenwood crafts and Social Forestry. Our learning opportunities are designed to support everyone from beginners to seasoned practitioners, helping build knowledge, confidence, and resilience within the woodland sector. We also champion Social Forestry and Wellbeing, recognising the vital role woodlands can play in supporting mental health, physical wellbeing, and stronger communities. Through our programmes and partnerships, we help bring the benefits of woodlands to more people. By booking a course with us you are supporting this valuable work.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Suitable for beginners
- Accommodation offered
- Public transport
- Parking provided
FAQs
You will need a packed lunch and any other food you require for the day. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be on offer throughout the day.
There is an on-site café, Embers, which serves delicious food and beverages and a supermarket approx. 5 minutes walk away.
Please note that Embers is closed on Mondays and provide a Sunday lunch menu to pre booked reservations only.
The Green Wood Centre is 10 minutes from Junctions 4 and 6 of the M54, with its connections to the M6 and M5.
There are frequent trains to Telford from Birmingham and Wales / Cheshire; we are approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Telford Central.
The Green Wood Centre is based in Coalbrookdale, just a short way from historic Ironbridge, and provides an innovative headquarters for Small Woods, set in the woods of the Ironbridge Gorge.
We promote sustainable living through a wood-based economy by running courses and events in sustainable woodland management, coppicing, crafts and related activities
