Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses reviews

Susan Drage reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making at Stanwick Lakes (Afternoon session)

"I thoroughly enjoyed the wreath making afternoon, everything was provided, there was a good and varied choice of materials to use, both fresh greenery and dried. Sophie was great, very supportive and somehow managed to find time for everyone as and when guidance was needed! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the course, thank you."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto Sophie. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Fiona reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making at Stanwick Lakes

"I have just done a Christmas wreath workshop and I highly recommend it. Sophie was very knowledgeable and very helpful and everyone produced a lovely ( but different) wreath. There was an abundance of greenery and dried flowers to choose from. I hope to go again next year! "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the course and shall look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

MARIE-LOUISE SMITH reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making at Stanwick Lakes (Afternoon session)

"This was an excellent workshop and good value for money. Everything you needed was provided and it was not rushed. Would happily do again. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto Sophie. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Biph reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making at Stanwick Lakes

"This is a great course. It's amazing what can be fitted into a morning. I was so chuffed with my wreath that instead of hiding it for a few weeks, Christmas has started early and I've put it straight on the door. Sophie was very clear with instructions and very encouraging. always ready with a quick tweak if necessary. She brought a vast amount of a huge variety of material, some of which I would never have thought of using. Stanwick Lakes is a great venue too. On a nice day you could bring family to go for a walk in the nature reserve and have lunch together in the café."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are so happy that you enjoyed the wreath making course and it's great that you have been able to display the wreath on the door for others to admire! We shall pass your comments back to Sophie. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Mrs jackson reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Decorations

"We didn’t do the course as the tutor had covid and we are waiting to get another date."

Beth reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making at Stanwick Lakes

"My sister and I travelled from Birmingham for this course and it was well worth the journey! We had a fantastic morning and both created beautiful wreaths, despite it being our first time, thanks to great guidance and help from Sophie and a fantastic array of foliage and decorations to choose from. Would absolutely recommend!"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really happy that you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto Sophie. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Jeff reviewed: Lino Printmaking - An Introduction

"As I am not a naturally talented arty type it was with some trepidation that I booked this course. I need not have worried. Cathy is a natural teacher, friendly and supportive as well as very generous with her time and supplies. I thoroughly enjoyed the day, gaining new skills and increased confidence in my abilities. Would highly recommend "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We shall pass your feedback onto Cathy. Glad you enjoyed the course and we look forward to seeing you back at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Wendy reviewed: Pottery for beginners – 5 week course (Morning)

"Brilliant experience and super teacher - can't wait for next session "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for a great review - we are very happy you are enjoying the Pottery workshop. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Di palmer reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Decorations

"My daughter and I went to the copper foil class it was fantastic, Jo the tutor was very calm explained everything, would highly recommend "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. We shall let Jo know how much you both enjoyed it and we look forward to seeing you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Cheryl Holdsworth reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Decorations

"What a great day. I loved it and wanted to make more. Jo was very good at providing guidance and assistance. Can’t wait to do another course."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Cheryl Holdsworth reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Decorations

"Jo was a fantastic teacher. It was such an interesting and fun day. I would highly recommend. Fabuloys!"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you very much for such a lovely review. We shall pass your comments onto Jo. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team"

Carol reviewed: Introduction to crocheting

"Unfortunately I felt, along with others, that the group was too large to be able to achieve what was expected of us. The Tutor did not have the time to spend one to one time with us all. I came away quite disappointed. Brilliant venue and surroundings. Thank you."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Dear Carol, Firstly - thank you for your feedback on the venue, that is great to hear. I'm sorry to hear your thoughts on the group size though, it's absolutely not what we would want. We have now reduced the class size and I would like to invite you back to the next (smaller) class, free of charge. Please contact us directly if you would like to attend. Kind regards, Billie"

Anna reviewed: Introduction to crocheting

"Lovely, knowledgeable lady but I’m afraid there were too many people there for her to get round and help. I came away with a chain and nothing else. Will have to go on YouTube to achieve what I wanted this course to do. Such a shame because she was very lovely."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Dear Anna I'm so sorry to hear this, it's absolutely not what we would want. We have listened to the feedback and reduced the class size and I would like to invite you back to the next (smaller) class, free of charge. Please contact us directly if you would like to attend. Kind regards, Billie "

Stuart monk reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"I had a most enjoyable day with a most knowledgeable instructor pete, his light hearted approach worked well with the group. I’m sure we all come away with the knowledge to start our carving journey’s. Thanks again pete "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We shall pass your feedback onto Pete. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

BSnell reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"I attended the Portrait in Charcoal session, a total beginner and whole heartedly agree with the other reviews. Paul was just so inspirational and supportive. Extremely talented and what a find Stanwick. I can only say it’s a wonderful way to spend a few hours. Learn something new or reinforce what you already know. Take that step and thank you Stanwick."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review, we really do appreciate it. I shall let Paul know too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team"

Christine Groves reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Decorations

"Jo was great in instructing our Christmas foiling course. She went through the health and safety and that was informative. We had all equipment and materials for the course. I was very pleased with the final product and have it hanging on my window at home. It is a permanent decor for the home."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for leaving us a great review. We are really happy that you enjoyed the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Deborah Gilbody reviewed: Introduction to crocheting

"Tutor spent far too much time teaching one woman and left the rest of the group, pretty much, to their own devices. Some were really struggling and should have had more one-to-one time. Also, the 'easy methods' she was teaching really weren't the easy methods. I was lucky that I was only taking the course as a refresher, hoping I would learn some tips. I didn't! I spent most of my time trying to help those near me who were being ignored by the tutor. Overall, pretty poor. Won't be booking anything in the future."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Dear Deborah, I'm sorry to read this. We have run a course like this before and it was very successful but, given the feedback from our attendees, we will now be reducing the group size. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know your thoughts as we can't look to improve without this feedback. We have lots of other courses at Stanwick Lakes though so I do hope that we might welcome you to another course on another occasion. "

BSnell reviewed: Mixed Media – Spooky derelict buildings (Afternoon)

"This is my second class with Cathy. It is a joy. Her knowledge, advice and encouragement has so helped me. A total beginner in with various levels of fellow students but encouragement all the way. Can’t wait for the next classes. I did feel I was out of my depth but I’ve decided I’m going to stick with it and see how it goes. Thank you Stanwick from a recently retired lady for your great selection of some super classes."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Many thanks for such a great review. We are so pleased you are enjoying the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Ann reviewed: Introduction to crocheting

"Tutor was very knowledgeable and friendly but I felt 9 beginners were too many. The instructor did not manage to support the real novices as it took a lot of time to get round. I only learnt to confidently make a chain which was very disappointing as I hoped to have been able to confidently learn some stitches. Left feeling frustrated and with a headache. Beautiful venue and relevant for this activity. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Dear Ann I'm so sorry to hear this feedback, it's not what we would want from our courses. We will take this feedback and reduce the class size. I would like to invite you to the next (smaller) crochet course free of charge, please contact us directly if you would like to attend. Kind regards Billie "

Deborah Dowsett reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"A fabulous morning . Paul is great teacher and coach - would recommend and will be back for another course soon."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We shall pass your feedback onto Paul. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team"

Vanessa Halton reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"Fabulous course, step by step tutorial brilliantly done. Lovely group great setting and facilities and brilliant tutor. Really enjoyed the whole experience thank you "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let Paul know too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Frances Barratt reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"A really good introduction to portraits and charcoal. Nicely paced and well explained which really helped my understanding of how to build a portrait and tone. We achieved a lot in 2.5 hours. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We really appreciated it and are happy that you enjoyed the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

eileen reviewed: October half term willow lantern making workshop (afternoon sessions)

"Excellent course cannot praise Jane and her assistant enough for an excellent lesson even my 6 year old granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed herself and had a lantern to take home. Will certainly look for further courses."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review, we shall let Jane and Becky know that you all enjoyed it. We look forward to seeing you again soon."

Stephanie reviewed: October half term willow lantern making workshop (afternoon sessions)

"Great thing to do with the kids. The twins loved it and the staff were wonderful"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy that you all enjoyed it!"

Louise Molloy reviewed: October half term willow lantern making workshop (afternoon sessions)

"Really impressed with this craft activity at Stanwick Lakes. The staff running the workshop were very helpful and my 13 year daughter loved using her imagination to decorate the lanterns, with help and guidance given. I would definitely be interested in your future workshops. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We are pleased that your daughter enjoyed it. We look forward to welcoming you to Stanwick Lakes again soon. "