SBCW

Contact name: Sebastian Burchart

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SMETHWICK

Three days traditional wood carving

3 days

Next date: 12th Dec 2025

2 places left

(5)

£280.00

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SMETHWICK

Two days traditional wood carving

6 hours

Next date: 6th Dec 2025

2 places left

£185.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

25 Nov 25'

Judith Ineson reviewed: Three days traditional wood carving

"I came on this course as a complete beginner, and left with most of a barn owl! Sebastian is a kind, gentle, patient tutor and clearly enjoys passing on his immense skills. Pupils have the freedom to choose what they would like to carve and Sebastian then makes it possible. The course started with a lesson on the various tools and how to use them safely, and then concentrated on how to turn a chunk of wood into something beautiful. Once I had got over my initial nervousness I found myself getting totally engrossed, with occasional interruptions by Sebastian to show me how to improve my work. I strongly recommend this course both for complete beginners like myself, or for people wanting to improve their wood carving skills. "

SBCW responded:

"Thank you so much Judith for your review. I'm glad you are enjoying the wood carving. Take care and keep carving."

24 Aug 25'

Nick Dale reviewed: Wood carving one day tester

"Had a great day with Sebastian, on an introduction to wood carving - what a great teacher, and a very relaxed and friendly environment. What a talented fellow he is. I would definitely like to do and learn more around this skill and know that Sebastian has the skills and knowledge to share. Very proud of my first attempt at wood carving and was able to bring it home with me at the end of the course."

SBCW responded:

"Thank you so much Nick I'm glad you like it. Keep carving "

28 May 25'

Mark Leonard reviewed: Wood carving one day tester

"This is a wonderful three-day wood carving experience. Sebastian is an extremely helpful, highly knowledgeable and experienced tutor, with an in-depth knowledge of carving techniques and materials. His teaching style is relaxed, patient, and very supportive, which makes learning pleasurable and accessible to all skill levels, from complete beginners to those looking to improve. The class is very hands-on with a practical approach and plenty of guidance. Sebastian strikes a good balance between providing instruction and allowing students the freedom to explore their own ideas and create unique pieces. This course was very enjoyable, rewarding, and inspiring, creating a friendly atmosphere among all the students. I came away from this experience feeling more confident and knowledgeable about my new carving skills, plus surprise and pride at what I was able to achieve by the end of the course."

SBCW responded:

"Thank you so much Mark 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed the class and you learned new techniques of wood carving. Keep carving Seb "

24 Feb 25'

Suzanne Houslin reviewed: Wood carving one day tester

"The three day wood carving course was excellent, I’d recommend it to anyone with any level of skill or complete beginners. Sebastian is a very friendly knowledgeable tutor who makes it an easy relaxed environment to learn in or improve existing skills. The location is wonderful too, the farm owner Dordie is so warm and welcoming and cooks the most delicious, plentiful lunches and gorgeous freshly baked cakes in the afternoon. Thanks for a very rewarding, enjoyable three days."

SBCW responded:

"Hi Suzanne Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed the course and food. Keep carving Seb"