Workshops in the Woods reviews

Kamila reviewed: Small woodland management and hand felling

"Well organised. Very informative. Learnt some new skills. A nice day outside overall. "

Stephen reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Cooking Spoon

"Would recommend. Rachel is great teacher, and feel I can confidently continue spoon carving at home after her instruction. In addition the craft centre is a lovely location."

Barbara reviewed: Introduction to woodland coppicing

"Had a brilliant day in the woods learning new skills and trying to soak up as much knowledge from David as possible. I learned so much. Thank you!"

Gwenyth Margaret Goodlad reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"This course was fantastic. Our course leader, Rachel, took us through every step of the way with patience and clarity. I achieved the finished basket within the allotted time and am very pleased with the result."

Graham Mason reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"The basket weaving course was really enjoyable even though my basket turned out less than perfect. I probably will need more practice to become even remotely as good as some of the other first time weavers, some baskets were superb. the tutor was really good giving help and advice when needed. I think the course is really good for people with manual dexterity problems. All in all a 5 star experience. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"You did amazing Graham, and was lovely to meet you. Many thanks for the kind words and I hope to see you again soon kind regards Rachel "

Bruce Goodwin reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Eating Spoon

"Great day. Anita really went the extra mile with some extra help and had a really nice style of teaching. I've already bought myself some knives and an axe."

Linda reviewed: Pole lathe course - Make a Mallet

"I took part in the pole lathe course on Saturday and had such a lovely and absorbing day with the group making my mallet. Both the tutor and assistant made it such a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with supportive and informative teaching. The experiential style of teaching suited me perfectly and I got so much out of it. I’ll be on the look out for similar courses. Thank you so much! 🙂"

Rosie reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Cooking Spoon

""10/10 wood carve again" 🤩 Such a brilliant day spent carving this spoon with the wonderful, talented and generous Anita. As a beginner I learnt so many skills at the workshop, working with an axe and carving tools. The outdoor setting at Eccesal Woods was gorgeous too. Highly recommend to beginners, you are in safe hands 💚🌷"

ann reviewed: Willow Hare Sculpture

"A well run course with a friendly and skilled tutor. I enjoyed the day. Thanks"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Was lovely to see you, Anne, and you made an awesome hare look forward to hopefully seeing you again sometime kind regards, Rache"

Claire reviewed: Willow Hare Sculpture

"I did the willow hare course yesterday, it was excellent. Brilliant teacher, explained things clearly, really enthusiastic and knowledgeable about her craft. Great venue-amazing to be out in nature weaving all day. I love my hare!! I’ll definitely be booking on another course."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a good time, Claire. Your hare was awesome! Would be lovely to see you again in future kind regards, Rachel"

Sue Gray reviewed: Pole lathe course - Make a Mallet

"I bought this course as a Christmas present for my difficult to buy for husband! He thoroughly enjoyed his day and is extremely proud of the mallet he made. He said the he said he would be more than happy to have a go at another course and I think I might join him. "

Charlotte reviewed: Willow handbag / shoulder bag

"I originally booked myself and my husband onto this course as part of his Christmas present. We are both professional creatives, but willow weaving is something niether of us had done before. We both thoroughly enjoyed the experience! Rachel was incredibly welcoming, patient and knowledgeable. Keeping a close eye on everyone in the class and offering assistance when things inevitably got muddled. The day was nicely paced, and it was great to have some choice over the type of weave you could do so that everyone's baskets were truly unique. We will definitely be looking to go back and have a go at something more ambitious in the future. "

Nigel Williams reviewed: Carved hiking / walking stick

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day excellent tuition and good conversation with other course members. Very relaxed day and came away with a treasured hiking stick. Very pleasing and a great Christmas present."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a good day Nigel more importantly did the son in law to be get tour approval!! Lovely to meet you kind regards Dave and Rachel "

Anabel reviewed: Woodland beauty taster- Creams, Balms, Body Butters

"Excellent course. I learn so many things. Well organised, nice atmosphere, very friendly tutor and a lot of fun.. Thank you Rachel!!!"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a good time, Anabel! Lovely to meet you. Hope to see you on future courses and enjoy your products. Kind regards, Rachel."

Ruth Murphy reviewed: Woodland coppicing

"An excellent course, delivered with care and attention. It was fun. Thankyou."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a good day- lovely to meet you both- keep practicing those flowers!! We look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future kind regards Rachel and Dave"

Jayne reviewed: Wreath Making

"great very hands on. Helpful and friendly staff "

Sarah reviewed: Wreath Making

"Lovely session, great start to the festive season, creating in the woods with helpers on hand to guide. Thank you "

Helen reviewed: Wreath Making

"Really enjoyable wreath making session. Well organised with plenty of helpful staff available to give you a helping hand, if you need it. Thank you!"

Anna reviewed: Wreath Making

"I do this course every year! Natural resources from the woods, plenty of guidance should you need it and a very festive atmosphere with drinks on hand from the woodland coffee stop :) j "

Rachel reviewed: Wreath Making

"I always enjoy this wreath making event. The materials are available for you to choose yourself and staff are on hand to help and advise if needed."

Janice Wilson reviewed: Wreath Making

"This was my first time if wreath making at this venue. It was a just get on with it course, and if I wasn't a relatively artistic person I would have struggled. People were around to ask,but I thought it was a demonstrated course. I did make a lovely wreath,which I am pleased with but it was expensive."

Laura reviewed: Wreath Making

"I booked this session as I had attended and enjoyed it last year. Unfortunately, this year’s experience was much different. It was not run by Rachel, as advertised, and there was a lot less guidance and instruction - more just a case of get on with it. Firstly, the willow rings were pre-made, which was a fun skill to try out last year. I managed to make a fairly decent wreath but only by remembering the instructions I was given last year. The quality of decorations was also significantly lower. The branches were very prickly, rather than the usual Norman fir branches, and there were no cinnamon sticks, lotus flowers or dried fruit to add colour, and no nice fabric ribbons to decorate with. Finally, the lovely hot drinks were missing and it was lacking in festive atmosphere. Next year I will be looking for a course actually run by Rachel Hutton."

Jill Johnson reviewed: Wreath Making

"Yes ,fab as usual with lots of help and support. Thank you "

Sally Phipps reviewed: Mini Course-Candles, Wax Melts, Firestarters & Room Scenters

"An excellent morning course. Great fun, good company and made loads of stuff. Will definitely be booking more courses with Rachel"

Anj Snowden reviewed: Willow Woven Stars

"I absolutely loved this course. We had clear instructions, with encouragement!! And great results!"