Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited

Contact name: Mick Carter

25
Total bookings

Rating

(17)

over 3 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

After a 24 year teaching career, specialising in carpentry, woodworking and woodturning, I qualified as a DATA accredited trainer, delivering subject and machine training to teaching staff in schools and colleges all over the UK. Due to my passion for woodworking in general, which is my hobby as well as my occupation, I have now decided to start offering courses at my fully equipped workshop in Stockport, for people who share the same passion.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Stockport

"Here come the Vikings!" The Viking Sunset Bowl

2 days

Next date: 27th Apr 2026

1 place left

£340.00

gold award

Stockport

2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

2 days

Next date: 2nd Mar 2026

1 place left

(17)

£340.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

7 Dec 25'

Dominic Cooney reviewed: 2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

"This 2 day course was excellent. A great introduction to woodturning on the lathe, with only 2 people on the course with a lathe each, you basically had 1-to-1 tuition, with demos by Mick on a third lathe. Step by step demonstrations, then copy on your own piece, complete that stage, then demo of the next stage. 2 pieces completed each day, including sanding and finishing with sealers and wax polishes. Superbly equipped workshop, I attended in December 2025 so was sligtly concerned that it would be cold, but the woodburning stove kept the workshop toasty and warm so I had to shed a few layers. Mick kept the tools sharp throughout each day. Safety was emphasised but you were also given confidence and encouragement to express your own designs. Mick went the extra mile at the end of the second day, helping me complete a small repair job that I had brought along with me on the off-chance!"

Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited responded:

"Hi Dom Thanks for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I'm glad you enjoyed the course and the way it is structured as I did put a lot of thought into planning it out! It was an absolute pleasure working with you. Regards Mick"

7 Dec 25'

Barry reviewed: 2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

"These were two days very well spent. I learnt a lot and had an opportunity to unleash my creativity under a watchful eye of Mick. Highly recommend the course to anyone who'd like to try their hand at woodturning. "

Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited responded:

"Hi Barry Thanks for leaving that review which reads really well. I'm so glad that you got a lot from the 2 days. You certainly brought your creativity to the course and your pen was particularly impressive as the photo in the gallery shows. Regards Mick"

7 Dec 25'

John S reviewed: 2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

"My wife booked me onto this Beginners Course, and having never ‘turned a lathe in my life’ I was amazed to find myself hands-on within half an hour, crafting a honey dipper. By the end of day two, I proudly went home with a bowl, pen, and tea light holder—much to the astonishment of my family! The equipment was excellent (I had no idea so many tools were involved), and the workshop was spacious and well set up. But what truly made the experience invaluable was Mick’s ability to share his incredible knowledge with patience and encouragement. For a complete novice like me, that support made all the difference. I would wholeheartedly recommend this course. "

Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited responded:

"Hi John Thanks for taking the time to leave such a fabulous review. Yes, you were a complete novice at the beginning of the course but you really got stuck in and finished with some great projects as a reward for your efforts. I really enjoyed working with you. Regards Mick"

9 Jun 25'

Ann reviewed: 2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

"What a great way to spend 2 days. Mick patience’s combined with a vast wealth of knowledge is a winning format. My conference grew holding and using the different chisels vastly from 9am on Monday to 4.30pm Tuesday. Thank you Mick and for all the cups of tea. Looking forward to any follow up course."

Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited responded:

"Hi Ann Thanks for taking the time to leave such a positive review. You were great to work with. It is certainly true that you grew in confidence as the course progressed and you really started to develop as a turner. Your beautiful finished products are a testimony to this. Yes, I will be developing a follow on course for you with a plentiful supply of tea and biscuits. Looking forward to seeing you again!! Regards Mick"