Peter Lanyon Furniture reviews

Andrew Welch reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I fully agree with Beth's review above. This was a wonderful two days of really well structured & fun learning, at the end of which I have a great table."

Beth Walker reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"This was an incredible course, jam packed with hands-on making, tools and information, but also the opportunity to make your own unique table / stool design which you take away with you at the end of the 2 days. Even with a wide range of learners and previous skills and experience, we all made quality pieces to take home. Peter is so knowledgeable and a wonderful tutor - very attentive, interested, kind and patient. Also, his apprentice Toby is a real asset to the course and workshop - such a knowledgeable and skilled young man who supports course participants throughout their time as well. You really are in good hands in this course, and I couldn't recommend it to anyone enough. Looking forward to going back in the new year some time for steam bending and more making!"

Simon Burgess reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Absolutely fantastic course taught by a lovely and very knowledgable chap. Thank you Peter for a lovely couple of days wood working."

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks Simon, glad you enjoyed it!"

Andrew reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I came as a novice to woodworking green wood and learnt a lot over the two days. Both Peter and Toby were very helpful and I thoroughly enjoyed my time on this course. The tools in the workshop are also excellent and well cared for so it was easy to practice the techniques that were taught"

Owen reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I did this course a few months ago and was really pleased with how much I learned and got done. Peter and Toby were both fantastic teachers and the setting was idyllic. Thoroughly recommend."

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. It was a pleasure having you on the course. Best wishes, peter"

Ben reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I attended a green woodworking course with Peter and I had a terrific time. Peter is an excellent teacher and taught our group the necessary skills needed to create our own piece of furniture. Both Peter and his apprentice Toby were very knowledgable and helpful and went the extra mile to ensure everyone was progressing well and were looked after. I couldn't be happier to recommend this course."

Roger Sands reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Peter's introduction to green wood furniture making was just fantastic. The setting is beautiful, Peter and Toby's tuition was first rate and the camaraderie of those of us on the course was also great. I think we probably all created something which was beyond our expectations and I'm certainly enthused to do more and will be back! Must also mention the quality of Peter's flapjacks which were of equal quality! Thank you...really enjoyed it and came away thinking I'd learned a lot!"

Luke Griffin reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I've been a fan of Peter's work for some time, and been trying to get on one of his courses for about 3 years. It was worth the wait and I learnt so much in the short space of time. Concise guidance with an abundance of patience made for a very memorable weekend, and a lovely piece of useable furniture. Thanks to Peter and Toby for your support and excellent flapjack."

Will reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Incredibly knowledgeable team with lots of patience! Was a complete novice and managed to make a lovely-looking small, sturdy table. Thanks to Peter and the team for a great weekend."

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks Will, glad you enjoyed it. A pleasure having you along."

George Wyn-Page reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Fantastic course have already been recommending it to people!"

Matthew Putt reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A fantastic weekend with Peter and Toby, great crowd of people, well taught, with just the right amount of input, help and advice. Came away very pleased and happy, would highly recommend."

Inês Munday reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Wow, what an amazing two days! Whether you have any experience with wood or none at all, you will have a great time! It is a great course and you learn alot but I also had alot of fun, in stunning surroundings and with lovely people also there to make it a great experience. Its a great sensory experience too with the smell of the wood and the feel of it too. We had sunny and rainy points but the course is so well set up, we were able to work and enjoy whatever the weather, which was geat and relaxing too. So I loved it. There is always help at hand so I felt able and confident. Really highly recommend it and cant praise Peter and his intern Toby enough."

Tim reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Thoroughly enjoyable course led by Peter with support from Toby. Very good company and collaboration with other course participants. The pace was just right to end the second day with a piece of furniture to enjoy for years to come. Highly recommended. Thanks Peter and Toby."

Laurie Bayliss reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A really enjoyable 2 days. Peter and His apprentice Toby were clearly very knowledgeable and created an excellent atmosphere where i felt i learnt a lot. The course attendees varied considerably in experience but all produced impressive pieces, and the atmosphere was very positive throughout. I'd thoroughly recommend this course."

Alistair reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A very enjoyable and well taught introduction to previously unfamiliar woodworking techniques and tools concluding with an excellent endproduct that has already generated much interest and favourable comment . Anticipate being back for more !"

Paul reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Two fantastic days doing something new, learning new skills from a passionate and talented maker, supported by a great assistant (who also has access to wonderful cakes!). And I left with a stool I'm very proud of."

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Ah yes, the cakes are good. All credit to Toby's nan. Thanks for talking the time to review - hopefully see you again one day."

Matt reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A wonderful way to spend a weekend! Starting with a tree and taking home a table was extremely satisfying; taught and led brilliantly by Peter and Toby. If you are relatively handy like me this is an excellent course to learn about how to read and use wood thoughtfully. It left me inspired to build my own furniture for gifts and my own house."

David reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Excellent course! Peter is a master craftsman and an engaging and patient teacher. I was amazed at how quickly a group of (mostly) unskilled people became comfortable with the simple tools and were able to use them to produce striking pieces of furniture. Many thanks to Toby for his help, too."

Steve reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A great course, in beautiful surroundings Peter and Toby were brilliant at teaching, and I was able to produce a small table that I’m really proud of."

Mick and Jane Howey reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"With no previous experience of furniture making beyond simple DIY projects, we were amazed to complete the 2 day course each with a small table of which we are both very proud. The course guided us through each stage of the construction - every section clearly demonstrated by Peter with both he and his assistant, Toby, always there to provide help and advice. The course was a totally absorbing and an immersive experience with time flying by too fast! Would love to do another course. Thanks so much for a wonderful birthday present."

Henry James reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I had a brilliant time on this course. Peter is clearly an expert in what he does and he and his apprentice Toby are both brilliant teachers. I was a complete novice before the course and I came away with an absolutely beautiful and unique stool. Thank you guys, I will be back for more."

Simon Bennett reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Brilliant 2 days with Peter and his team - highly recommended and as much a mindfulness break away as a wonderful introduction to green woodworking. Thanks very much!"

andrew Martin reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A brilliant two day course, starting with a log and finishing with a beautiful bench. Peter and Toby gently guided our group through the processes we need to complete our chosen pieces. The instructions were clearly delivered and easy to understand and the tools were all a joy to use. The location was fabulous and the weekend flew by. Definitely looking to attend another course in the near future."

Andrew Francis reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"A really superb teaching course. Peter’s style is informative, nurturing and gentle. He is able to impart his knowledge and expertise in a really supportive style which results in all the students being able to create an individual piece of green woodwork, many without any prior experience. I would certainly recommend the course and will be looking to attend again myself. Thank you Peter."

TLE reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Thoroughly recommended. A very enjoyable and instructive two day course. Do try this, it well worth it."