Hope Woodwork Project reviews

15 Mar 24'

Stephen Bartley reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"This has everything you want in a course. A great teacher, lots of practical projects to get stuck into, and that feeling at the end of the day that you just learned a ton of stuff. You start simple and gradually get into more complicated joinery. By the end of the day you’re using skills you learned earlier to do things that previously were a mystery to you. Like dovetails. I can now make a dovetail. Ray is a great teacher. As well as being extremely friendly and welcoming, he is a patient teacher and knows his subject inside out. He’ll also make you a cup of tea. It’s a great place to learn techniques that have been used for hundreds of years. I can’t recommend the course enough. I came home eager to try out what I’d learned. "

9 Mar 24'

Michael K Davis reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"Ray Whitby is a brilliant teacher. Having no previous experience of joinery I picked up everything very quickly due to the great instruction. I can't wait to learn some more complex joints. "

23 Feb 24'

Jennie Green reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"I had such a great day with Ray who taught me so much about making a range of joints. Ray is very patient, supportive and informative, I am very grateful for what he has taught me and will use these new skills in my hobby. I will definitely go back for more lessons and continue my wood making journey. "

16 Jan 24'

Jason Howell reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"Really friendly and informative and would highly recommend this course."

14 Jan 24'

George reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"What an excellent day! Ray and Bob were great hosts and taught me really useful skills and techniques. I was surprised how much we got through, and can’t wait to try the various joints on some home projects. I even instantly purchased an old mortise gauge as soon as I returned home. I will definitely return for another session in the future and try to support the wonderful charity. "

15 Nov 23'

Tom reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"Amazing course - Ray was wonderful - really informative and knowledgeable. Worked at our pace, demonstrated and explained everything really well. Really enjoyable - many thanks!"

13 Sep 23'

john joyce reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"Ray, thanks for your time last Saturday, enjoyed the course, learned a lot and also good fun! All the very best for future courses. "

30 Jul 23'

Michael Clark reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"A fantastic introduction to woodworking, expertly and enthusiastically led by Ray. The full day course is paced to suit the participants and you’ll learn how to construct a range of joints, sawing and the use and care of chisels. Ray is extremely supportive and encouraging and I’d recommend this course to anyone wanting a creative day or a chance to learn or practice some skills."

15 May 23'

Paul Swaby reviewed: Beginner Woodworking Full Day Course

"Loved every moment of the course. Ray is a brilliant teacher, Its amazing how much one can learn in a day. Highly recommended "