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Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

Stone carving course Gloucestershire

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Taught in small intimate groups

Own unique creations

Sebastian Rasch sculptures

Inspirational setting

Sebastian Rasch sculptures

Description

Stone Carving workshops - two days. Usually Weekend. Sat Sun. Relaxing, creative and therapeutic stone carving course for beginners or intermediates in a beautiful location, near Cheltenham. Held in small groups of 3,4,5 generally. Cotswold Area of outstanding natural beauty. Awaken your sleeping creativity! It doesn't have to be complicated or technical. Plenty of encouragement given. You will be surprised what you are capable of. Take home your own unique carving for your garden. Give the course as a present.... Two day affordable stone carving courses, relaxed, creative, unprescriptive. Held outdoors, under cover or inside heated studio with experienced teacher and stone sculptor Sebastian Rasch. Click the "message the tutor" button to get in touch! See reviews below.

What's included in the price?

Stone included, tuition and use of tools. Tea, coffee, homemade apple juice.

Duration

2 days

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Sebastian Rasch at Sebastian Rasch

with Craft Courses since 2016

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Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Children
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Vision impaired
Limited mobility
Learning difficulties (SEN)
Tutor can travel
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Corporate days out & team building
Suitable for beginners
Intermediate level
UK Holiday
Hen dos
Parking provided
School holiday workshops & activities

What does this mean?

Message the tutor

Venue

Dog Lane, Off Bentham Lane, Witcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL3 4UG

Reviews

All maker's reviews

14 Apr 24'

David Martin reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A very chilled weekend in the Cheltenham countryside. Good advice and support was provided throughout the weekend with Sebastian (metaphorical) holding out hands throughout. A well run and highly enjoyable course."

17 Mar 24'

Blake S reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I loved my time learning how to carve stone with Sebastian, and I highly recommend anyone interested take the course. I would do it again, and I now have the confidence and basic knowledge to start playing around with stone all on my own! "

17 Mar 24'

Paul reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A great weekend to learn new skills, meet new people and all in a fantastic location and relaxed environment. Would I do it again? Absolutely!"

27 Jan 24'

Mike and Fiona reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"So good was our first experience of this workshop we returned for a second visit. All the positive plaudits others have commented on are true. Sebastian is a great teacher who gives you confidence that you can achieve. The activity itself is absorbing and accessible to anyone. It takes place in a fantastic setting. More than happy to recommend it. "

14 Jan 24'

Louise B reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Received the course as a surprise but very welcome gift. Never worked with stone before but felt reassured from the first contact with Sebastian that I’d be able to make something meaningful to me. Sebastian is an encouraging and expert presence, always available for advice, with a knack for spotting just what help is needed and when. The small group size was perfect and sociable. All equipment was provided. Hot drinks and log burner were warm and comfortable on the coldest of days. Beautiful setting, relaxed yet purposeful vibe. Didn’t know it but this was exactly what I needed. Very highly recommended. "

2 Nov 23'

Don reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Just returned home to Alberta Canada from my second visit to Sebastian's stone carving workshop. I enjoy the country setting and Sebastian's method of teaching. Highly recommended."

12 Sep 23'

Charles reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Highly recommended! A 70th birthday present. 3 of us went for 2 days and had the most marvellous time. Sebastian is a charming and interesting character and did a great job of introducing us complete novices to stone carving. Learned a lot and came away with sculptures we're all very proud of. The best birthday present imaginable! Great fun learning in beautiful surroundings."

12 Sep 23'

Keri reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"An amazing experience! I would highly recommend this course to anyone. The setting for it couldn’t have been more perfect, you are surrounded by countryside and stone sculptures. We had the most relaxing two days here, thinking of nothing but the marks we were making. The course was very informative and Sebastian is a great tutor, we were bought this experience as a gift and would be a great gift for anyone looking to give something a little different a go😊"

10 Sep 23'

Kim Pritchard reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I had a lovely time on my stonecarving weekend. A wonderful location, so peaceful and relaxing. Sebastian was a patient teacher and perfect host. I learnt so much and want to do more. Great value for money."

10 Sep 23'

Tony D reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"This course was thoroughly absorbing. Sebastian gently tutored us in the carving techniques then let us loose on the block of our choice. I ended up carving a head which now I proudly show in my garden. I had not idea what I was going to make but it just came out of the block. Thank you Sebastian for your encouragement and skill."

21 Aug 23'

Anthony reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Wonderful weekend in the Cotswolds. Highly recommend this course with Sebastian, easy going and very informative. "

8 Aug 23'

Sandra reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"My niece and I did this course as total beginners, we absolutely loved it. I hope to book again. You get absorbed in it and de-stress. Also it’s in a lovely setting. Sebastian is a great tutor who helps you lose your fear of getting things wrong. He started with a practice block of stone to get a hang of tools then you choose a block to work from and what you want to make. You also get inspired by what the other participants are doing. We thoroughly recommend this weekend for anyone no matter what level. Thanks to Sebastian. "

1 Aug 23'

Peter reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Thoroughly enjoyed the two days sculpting in stone. The sandstone was softer then I was anticipating so it didn't require a lot of heavy hammering to remove material. Sebastian gave advice and support when needed but allowed complete freedom with design and creation. This was my first experience with stone carving but will definitely be doing it again. Inspirational!"

26 Jun 23'

Angie Walker reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A lovely experience doing the 2 day stone carving course run by Sebastian Rasch in a lovely location. I would thoroughly recommend it. "

12 Jun 23'

Aparna reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"If you have clicked onto this course book it immediately! You will delve into a different world and meet Sebastian, he is a fantastic teacher and will guide you to look at life differently. A must for anyone frazzled by modern life! "

30 May 23'

Jodi reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"We have just spent the weekend on the stone carving course with Sebastian and can highly recommend it! Sebastian is a very knowledgeable person and the course was set at a relaxing pace with several breaks to chat, which was made all the better with the lovely family that did the course with us. Like minded people that we hope to meet up with again! I bought the course as an anniversary present for my husband and I’m so glad I did. We were both really happy with our carvings! If you are in two minds about this course do it! You’ll love it!! "

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