In-person course
in New Ollerton, Newark Maker & location details

Regular kiln fused glass classes - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Description

Learn how to make kiln fused glass projects at our regular sessions every Thursday morning from 10.00am to 12.30pm and Friday afternoon from 1pm to 3 pm. Please be aware we need 7 days notice as we are very busy at the moment. Our workshops are weekly and drop in type for our regular users. Please book and we will advise if we have space available. Please also bear in mind that most glass projects take several sessions to complete including firing in our kilns. Our workshops are not really suitable for one-off sessions. Please bear this in mind if you are considering traveling long distances. The Dukeries Community Centre is a charitable organisation, established in 1988, offering a range of craft workshops. We also offer regular drop-in workshop sessions in which you can complete your own project with tools, machinery and guidance on hand. Close to Mansfield, Retford, Worksop and Newark, we also welcome students from Lincoln, Nottingham and Sheffield. The community centre is on the grounds of the Dukeries Academy, which also hosts a swimming pool and gym, a public library, adult education centre, fire training centre, a centre for people with disabilities and a riding centre... so there is plenty to see and visit! We also are fortunate to have several excellent eating places surrounding us. The workshops (and toilets) are fully accessible for people with disabilities. If you have any queries in advance of booking your place please select the 'message the tutor' button.

What's included in the price?

We charge a daily attendance fee of £5. We provide an experienced tutor and all tools & equipment, although feel free to bring your own if you prefer. A material charge of £15 per session to cover consumable items such as frits, colours, stringers etc. is made and glass can be supplied at cost or you can supply your own.

Duration

3 hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Dukeries Community Workshop

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

1986- Unemployment was high. Members of the Adult Unemployed Centre expressed a desire to use workshop facilities. As school roles fell under used accommodation was identified. In April, a project submission was put before the Dukeries Complex Council of Management and a steering group was set up. Establishment of a fourteen-week pilot scheme to commence in July. This was successful. Today in 2023 we have over 150 users and are open 5 days a week and Monday/Tuesday Evenings

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Limited mobility
Long term / weekly / monthly
Public transport
Suitable for beginners
Suitable for all abilities
Daytime (weekdays)

What does this mean?

Message the tutor

Venue

Dukeries Community Workshop, Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9TD

Reviews

All maker's reviews

11 Apr 23'

Amanda Mitchell Pickering reviewed: Regular kiln fused glass classes - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Really enjoyed the session, never attended one before and was made to feel very welcome. Leader very helpful and explained procedures, would certainly return."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Amanda, I will pass on your kind comments to our session leader Elaine"

1 Apr 23'

Jenny Britton reviewed: Regular kiln fused glass classes - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I have used fused glass classes for many years now. It is incredible value for money and a great support group as well as fused glass crafts. Ann is a volunteer instructor with huge experience. She is always there to support and spends ages using the kiln to fuse our efforts. I have made lots of fused glass art, from coasters to bowls, tea light holders and decorations especially at Christmas. We are always learning and sharing ideas. "

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Jenny for you kind words. Ann works tirelessly for the workshop and is always there to lend a hand. I know how busy we are and she always has time for all wishing to learn. We try to encourage everyone to try a craft. Regards Alan "

1 Apr 23'

Nadya James reviewed: Regular kiln fused glass classes - Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Fantastic value and Ann has huge amounts of skill in this technique. She will guide you through the many options and ideas and you would be amazed at what you can create - from flat to 3D, coasters to bowls, subtle to spectacular. It is always exciting to see what comes out of the kiln and the different effects you can create, and she has all the bits and pieces you need as well as good advice and ideas to help you get the best results."

7 Feb 22'