Regular wood carving classes Mondays 9am to 3pm at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Description
We currently have the Monday sessions 9am to 3pm and our very popular Tuesday Evening session with Ann and Dereck, 6pm to 8pm. Join us to work on a wood carving project of your choice, with tools, machinery and guidance provided in our extensive workshops. This wood carving course runs every Monday with Bill and Peter. The Dukeries Community Centre is a charitable organisation run by volunteers, established in 1988, offering the following regular weekly tutored sessions. Close to Mansfield, Retford, Worksop and Newark, we also welcome students from Lincoln, Nottingham and Sheffield. The workshops (and toilets) are fully accessible for people with disabilities.
What's included in the price?
We can supply you with tools to start you off on this exciting activity or you can bring your own along. Materials can be purchased at cost from our store or you can bring your own along. Tea and coffee, lively chats and good company guaranteed. Please bring your own lunch or, alternatively, there are cafés and shops in the village.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
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
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
We are located within the Dukeries academy campus.
Accessed from Whinney Lane. The post code is not accurate for sat navs so please ask for instructions
