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Dukeries Community Workshop

Contact name: Alan Perry
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(12)
almost 7 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

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 2020 we have over 150 users and are open 5 days a week and Tuesday Evenings

Courses, kits & gifts

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Regular wood carving classes Mondays 9am to 3pm and also Tuesday evenings 6pm to 8pm at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Next date: 28th Mar 2023
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Drop in workshop sessions - woodworking at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Next date: 28th Mar 2023
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Informal Woodworking Session
Next date: 27th Mar 2023
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Please note we are now full for these 2 sessions. We will be running further sessions.1-day introduction to creative silver jewellery - make a ring or bangle
Next date: 6th Apr 2023
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Regular kiln fused glass work at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Next date: 24th Mar 2023
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Walking stick making - Come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Next date: 24th Mar 2023
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Weekly courses in stained glass at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton
Next date: 29th Mar 2023

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
18 Mar 23'

Alan Robertson reviewed: Walking stick making - Come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"An enjoyable morning with great company and good advice. I have some way to go with my carving and I look forward to another session or two in the weeks to come."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

" Thank you Alan for your kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the walking sticks session. You have some very talented people in the group and i am sure they will give you every assistance to help you produce an excellent stick. Regards Alan "

17 Mar 23'

F. Frances reviewed: Walking stick making - Come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I felt quite anxious coming to a class in an unfamiliar setting but the group couldn’t have been more welcoming. I learnt new skills and I’m proud of the walking stick I’ve made with the help and guidance of this group."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

" We very much appreciate your review and I will pass onto Bill. We try to make everyone very welcome and its wonderful you have found a new talent Thank you so much Regards Alan "

25 Feb 23'

Carol Jackson reviewed: Walking stick making - Come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Wonderful morning with a lovely man. The other community centre ‘users’ were all very helpful as well. Think I may have a new hobby!"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

" That's great to hear, I will pass your kind comments onto Bill Regards Alan "

11 Feb 23'

Bobby reviewed: Walking stick making - Come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Bill was fantastic and knowledgeable. Highly recommended."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

" Thank you Bobby, I will pass your kind remarks onto Bill⁷"

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