The West Riding Stonecarving Association reviews

Alison reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"It was a very enjoyable day that I would not hesitate to recommend. The workshop is a warm, welcoming, well-equipped space to work in. Helen was a good tutor and always available through out the day. We came away with our completed carvings of a Yorkshire Rose. "

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for taking the time to give a review. I am glad you had an enjoyable day. "

Steff reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"My husband and I recently spent the day completing this course and thoroughly enjoyed it. Everyone in the workshop was friendly and welcoming and the course provider was really knowledgeable. They helped us to produce some fantastic Yorkshire roses that are now proudly displayed in our garden."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you The roses will be there for years to come. I am glad you both enjoyed your time here."

Vickie reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"I really enjoyed this course. The teacher was excellent with a thorough knowledge of the subject. She was patient and happy to offer extra guidance if needed. As a wheelchair user I was very impressed with the fact that she had thought about this in advance and allocated a space for me where I could safely leave my wheelchair. The tutor treated me with respect and the fact that I used a wheelchair wasn't a problem. I could navigate my way around the kitchen and venue easily in my wheelchair. I'd thoroughly recommend this course to anyone."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your wonderful review Vickie. I am very pleased you enjoyed your visit to the workshop and also took home an excellent carving. Kind regards Helen "

Chris McLoughlin reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Fantastic experience - warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Amazing after 2 days to come away with my own Green Man."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you foryour review. I'm glad you enjoyed the weekend. "

Ed French reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"A very enjoyable course. Stone carving proved to be very absorbing and Helen was a great tutor."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for taking the time to send a review. I am glad you enjoyed the course 😊 "

John M reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"I loved the day. I've never done any stone carving before and came away with a very passable stone Yorkshire Rose. The tutor, Helen, had the right balance between helping and not over doing it. It was nice to have other people from the stone carving community around, too. All in all a very enjoyable day. Thanks."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your wonderful review. You were a pleasure to teach.I am glad you enjoyed your day. Best wishes Helen"

Giselle reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"Excellent course, very well delivered and enjoyed the event immensely. Learned an awful lot and thoroughly appreciated the effort put into running such a successful day. Thank you."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your great review. I am glad you both enjoyed the day. Best wishes Helen "

Mick Town reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"I really enjoyed this Green Man stone carving course. I would recommend it to anyone."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you Mick I am glad you enjoyed the weekend ?"

Judith Johnson reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"This is a superb course. Helen is an outstanding tutor. She guides you through the weekend with experience and wit. The west riding stone carving association venue is great. And the members who were working alongside of us really friendly and helpful. Please do not hesitate to try this course, you will be so glad that you did. Enjoy."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you very much for your outstanding review. You were all all a pleasure to meet."

Helen Tomes reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Helen taught us (4 complete beginners) from start to finish, to make our own, unique, Green Man - in just 2 days! This course appealed to my interest in being able to make with my own hands and just a few simple tools. Although I went with my sisters in law, I would have been completely happy going on my own. Helen and the other regulars in the workshop were really friendly and encouraging. Lots of potential for further learning too. Brilliant."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you Helen for your great review .I'm glad everyone enjoyed it ?"

Alex Wells reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Helen is a superb patient tutor. I had never been before and she couldn't have been more welcoming. Myself, my wife and son each carved a daisy on a stone tablet for just £10 each. It really felt like an experience day and we couldn't have enjoyed it more. Thank you and hope to see you again soon."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your great feedback. ?"

Sam reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Fantastic atmosphere! Welcoming tutor, encouraging and great item to take home!"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your review, I am glad you enjoyed the course ?."

Tom Hoyle reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"A fantastic course! Helen is a very knowledgeable tutor and is always available to offer assistance to everyone. Student numbers meant everyone got the help they needed. Facilities were ideal and the workshop offers a great atmosphere. I cannot fault this course at all. I loved every minute of it and look forward to booking another course to further the new skills I've learnt."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your great review. I look forward to seeing you again."

Elizabeth Wakefield reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"An excellent course. Helen is a great tutor. Positive but offering useful, constructive help. Great venue and other members of association were friendly and welcoming. Can recommend this course"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your positive feedback, you and your son were a pleasure to teach. It was also lovely to meet you both."

Jeanette reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Excellent facility, plenty of space, very friendly atmosphere. Excellent tuition from Helen, there when you need her but equally plenty of space to do your own work. Very rewarding (and surprising) when you see the end result. Very enjoyable two days, day one is tiring, but day two less strenuous but transformational. Already been back for an additional course."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your positive review. I am glad you both had a great time. Helen"

Colin Marshall reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Great time had by all! I have now become a member and am throughly enjoying learning stone carving."

Kay W reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Easy to contact for any questions I had before the course. Course was well thought out and I achieved so much, from never having done anything with stone to an amazing piece. Tuition was calm, supportive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I recommend this course to everyone."

Jonathan G reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"The Green Man course was brilliant. Everything on the course was excellently prepared. We got a lovely individual tool roll to use and our stone was marked out ready for us so we could get on carving. The demo's were great and there were lots of individual attention. The workshop was very clean, with a nice kitchen and toilets. The biscuits and fruit kept me going during the breaks. I had a little trouble finding the entrance (it's round the back of the main Mill and I drove right past it), so I would leave a little extra time to find it on the first day. I'm really proud of my green man - thank you for all your help!"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your wonderful feedback ?"

Colin P reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"The Green Man course was one of the best courses I have ever done, and I was amazed at what I achieved in only 2 days. Helen and John were both brilliant tutors. The course was so good that I've now signed up onto the 8 week foundation course and fully expect to carry on with stone carving as a hobby going forward. It's such a relaxing atmosphere and everyone is so very friendly and welcoming."

David B reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Excellent experience, crammed a lot in to 2 days and very happy with my achievements. Got a lot of help and guidance from John and Helen who never stopped. Highly recommended."

Jane Taylor reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Enjoyed the stone carving tuition so much I've signed up for more. Their patience with beginners was outstanding and I was so pleased with what I achieved. Highly recommended."

Gill taylor reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Helen and John are great tutors. I learned a lot about stone carving, and have signed up for further tutition. Would highly recommend."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Thank you for your participation and your positive review.? Helen"

John reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Thank you so much for a fabulous weekend carving. I loved being down at the mill and my green man looks fantastic. Excellent tutoring, fabulous weekend and great fun. I phoned Helen to book and had no trouble!"

Mr &Mrs Jim & Geraldine Towersey reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Obviously this is an automated request! We emailed an enquiry about the course in December 2018 direct. We received an automated reply from yourselves, telling us the tutor’s would get in touch. We did not here from anybody which we thought was a little rude...so we can not give you an opinion about the course, except we sacked it off in the end."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" Hi I hope you received my apologies through your email in that I explained that I didn't receive your request for information. Please let me known if you are still interested in our course by telephone 07519931784 Thank You. Helen"

Gill Thornton reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"I am still waiting for a reply to my enquiry to book this course. I have had an email asking me to review the course but I haven’t been able to attend yet due to lack of communication back so far."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

" I have been in contact via email with this person and I have told them that I didn't receive a request for information and that I would like to apologise for the lack of communication . Helen"