Description
Fancy a weekend of getting down and dirty in the woods? Wild Woodland Celebrations are pleased to invite you to the next course. Held in the award winning woodland venue. Offering an insight into how top quality, traditional BBQ charcoal is made. Come and learn the ancient art of charcoal making. Arrive ready for the day around 9.30am on Saturday morning. (PLEASE DO NOT USE STREET ADDRESS, FOLLOW DIRECTIONS ON FAQs!) Unload and reload a traditional ring kiln, help get it burning then spend the evening round the fire with new friends whilst the kiln works its magic. If you are still awake to join us, there is a midnight chimney swap, a vital part for a good burn! Then up around 6am for the final part of the burn. Either stay in the woods over-night or come back early doors to help shut the kiln down and enjoy breakfast in the woods. Course ends around noon on Sunday. For more information or to book, get in touch.
What's included in the price?
You will spend the weekend with an experienced charcoal producer who will not only be able to guide you through the whole process but also give you an insight into managing a small woodland in the Heart of the Cotswolds. You are able to camp on site, (we do have a loo!) biscuits, tea and coffee will be provided. Evening meal we can organise a chip shop run or a curry from the local pub....or you are welcome to cook on the fire. We are unable to cook for you due to food hygiene but you are more than welcome to cook for yourselves. 😊....we usually cook up a large stew in the Dutch oven but we would not be covered if we poisoned you! 😅
Duration
1 weekend
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Romantic
- Suitable for beginners
- Christmas
- Easter
- Father's Day
- Mother's Day
- Parking provided
FAQs
You will get dirty! Wear things you don't mind getting a big of dirt on.
Gloves are a good idea too!
If staying over night you will need camping gear.
If you do not own a tent, please ask, we maybe able to lend you one 😉
Power bank for mobiles is also a good idea.
You can get as involved as you like in the whole process.
The woods are flat and the kiln is not far from the glade.
We have a portaloo on site. It is cleaned weekly!
Access is off the A46. It is a bumpy, but drivable lane....just go gently. A normal car can get along no problems 😊
The course is held at Wild Woodland Celebrations, West Ruggers Green Woods.
Shipton's Grave Lane..... between Avening and Nailsworth.