Workshops in the Woods reviews

Jane reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"It was a joyous day. Dave and all the volunteers helping were brilliant. Fun and great teachers. Really organised. Timing was impeccable. You got to have a go at each skill but if you're tired or ran out of time they helped out. So everyone finished with a wonderful looking wooden stool. "

Hayley reviewed: Mushroom Growing- Logs

"Hands on, fun and informative course - Rachel was a great teacher and very knowledgeable in mushroom growing! Highly recommended. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks Hayley glad you enjoyed it -hopefully see you in the shop! Kind Regards Rachel "

Julie wilson reviewed: Mushroom Growing- Tubs

"Really lovely course. Great tutorial. Good value for money "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thank you Julie. Lovely to see you. Looking forward to meeting again soon. Kind regards, Rachel"

Julie wilson reviewed: Mushroom Growing- Logs

"Worth every penny. Great event. Really well delivered "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hi Julie, thanks for the review. Lovely to meet you. Enjoy your mushrooms. Kind regards, Rachel"

Mandy reviewed: Leaf Shaped Willow Basket

"Wonderful course, beautiful location, easy parking. I completed the leaf shaped basket within the three hours with Rachel’s expert tuition. Lovely environment with log fire, tea and small group .We all got the help we needed and everyone really enjoyed it."

Mandy reviewed: Willow Woven Stars

" Wonderful course, led by Rachel. She creates a great place to learn and enjoy making many things out of willow. She is a fine teacher and guides you through all the stages to create each piece. I made three different stars and many wands to take home. I will be returning for another course and can’t wait. Would highly recommend. "

Fi reviewed: Willow Bird Feeder

"Great morning. Learnt a lot in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Looking forward to booking another course."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you enjoyed your self Fi- can’t wait to see you again very soon. Kind regards and thanks for the review Rach"

Paula Ann Smith reviewed: Willow Bird Feeder

"It was a really enjoyable course, nice small group. Will look out for more courses as I found willow weaving fascinating and was pleased with the results of what I had made."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"You did amazingly well Paula-lovely to meet you and hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Rachel"

John Tinner reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"What a marvellous day out. Expert tuition by Dave, guides you through the steps of shaping and forming a quality walking stick. The woodland backdrop provided for a relaxed friendly atmosphere, coupled with energising cups of tea! I would thoroughly recommend this day at the workbench to any participant, whatever your woodworking skill set. I will certainly be signing up for another woodland course. The gate making looks particularly interesting. Many thanks for a great day to all concerned."

John Tattersall reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"I booked this course for my father, in his 70’s, and it was really excellent! The blacksmith Iain was engaging and genial - he is good at explaining the processes and seems to have good experience with different skill levels. Highly recommended as an experience. "

Jennifer reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Got this for my partner's birthday, he absolutely loved it, he had the best day. The teacher was amazing and took a whole day, brought home a couple of things he made as well. Really well worth it. Thank you. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad he enjoyed it. Ian is an absolute superstar is he!! "

Richard Hartley reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"My wife bought this course for my birthday. I'm glad she did. What a great experience. IAN WAS FANTASTIC. The whole day was interesting from start to finish and you go home with the hand crafted knife you make with your own hands. Thanks for making my day "

Ashley Berrow reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Bladesmithing with Iain Jones This experience was bought for my 70th birthday present by my wife and daughter, it turned out to be a brilliant present. Iain is a great tutor who has a wealth of experience and knowledge, his way of instruction and step by step guidance made the whole experience so easy. By the end of the day I had created a beautiful Celtic knife and an antiqued style wall hook, a truly memorable day. Many thanks to Iain."

Grace Hutty reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"I really enjoyed this course and was very pleased to come home with a completed basket! Rachel is a very good teacher and demonstrated clearly what we needed to do. She was quick to spot errors and help us put things right. I think a takeaway handout with written information of types of willow, how to source material, further reading, etc. might be helpful, but overall this was a really good day and I thoroughly recommend it. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hello Grace, thanks for the review. Your basket was amazing. There was a comprehensive leaflet that I gave out to everybody but I did notice that you left yours on the table. If you want to send me a message I’m happy to put it in the post for you or I can arrange to leave it in the café at work for you to pick up. Hope to see you again on a future course"

Pippa, Lisa and Clare reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"An absolutely amazing experience with a wonderful teacher and beautiful baskets that we are all immensely proud of!"

Helen Lomas reviewed: Winter Woodland beauty- natural cosmetic making from woodland plants and trees

"Thoroughly enjoyable course. Rachel is very knowledgeable and she built up our confidence so we were able to formulate our own products. We made so many different products, all carefully explained and with insights about the different ingredients. Best day I've had in ages, and looking forwards to doing more"

Rachel Welton reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"What a great course. I enjoyed the day so much. All the tutors were great. Really helpful & knowledgeable but good fun too. I am so pleased with my three legged stool. Thank you"

Sally reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"Had such a lovely day, thank you so much. Great leader and volunteers. I now have the green woodcrafting bug! "

Benjamin Greaves reviewed: Make a 3 legged rustic stool - one day

"We loved our 3 legged stool making experience and would highly recommend it to friends and family. "

Jonathan Roberts reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"I highly recommend, a marvellous day out. Expert tuition and close oversight guides you through the steps of constructing a quality walking stick that you then get to keep. I hope to return at a later date on another woodland course."

Maggie Parr reviewed: Leaf Shaped Willow Basket

"My twin and I booked this course to celebrate our upcoming birthday and we really enjoyed the morning! Rachel was an excellent tutor, leading us each to produce a great weaving while making it fun and relaxed. Highly recommended!"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a lovely day Maggie was wonderful to meet you both hope to see you again in the future course kind regards Rachel"

Anthony Illingworth reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"Very enjoyable and informative day. I had been looking forward to it very much, and I learned a lot throughout the day. Very helpful staff and nice surroundings, and a beautiful walking stick to take home at the end of the day."

Emma Jane Melles reviewed: Mini Course-Candles, Wax Melts, Firestarters & Room Scenters

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course!!! Great location, interesting course content with a very welcoming & informative course leader. I would recommend the venue & course to others. Look forward to booking my next course… "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for the review Emma was lovely to see you and you made some very beautiful things can’t wait to see you on the next course kind regards Rachel"

Philip Walter reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"Pleasant day in the woods learning some useful skills & tips."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Thanks for the review Philip you made an awesome walking stick would be lovely to see a photo of it all polished up kind regards Rachel"

Janet Koszler reviewed: Mini Course-Candles, Wax Melts, Firestarters & Room Scenters

"Fantastic afternoon. Easy going...everything supplied. Easy instructions. Came away with lots of things I made. Rachel was fantastic and couldn't do enough for you. Lovely environment. Can't wait to go again. Thank you"

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hi Janet thank you for taking the time to do a review for me really appreciated, can’t wait to see you on the next course and on the wreath making! Kind regards Rachel"