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Book now Date TBC - Introduction to Woodcarving experience day- Carve a Spoon | 09:30-15:30
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Date TBC - Introduction to Woodcarving experience day- Carve a Spoon | 09:30-15:30

£150.00
Full / Sold Out

Spend a day on our farm surrounded by nature in the Surrey Hills away from the hustle. This is a great introduction to wood carving, you will learn how to use an axe, Sloyd & spoon knife safely and learn how to carve a spoon from a billet (part of a log) to a spoon. Whittle and lunch by the open fire included (Weather permitting). Aimed at beginners. Over 18 yrs. ** Scroll down for more details **

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Spend a day on our farm surrounded by nature in the Surrey Hills away from the hustle. This is a great introduction to wood carving, you will learn how to use an axe, Sloyd & spoon knife safely and learn how to carve a spoon from a billet (part of a log) to a spoon. Whittle and lunch by the open fire included (Weather permitting). Aimed at beginners. Over 18 yrs. ** Scroll down for more details **

Interested but can’t find a date to suit you? Enquire about other dates

Spend a day on our farm surrounded by nature in the Surrey Hills away from the hustle. This is a great introduction to wood carving, you will learn how to use an axe, Sloyd & spoon knife safely and learn how to carve a spoon from a billet (part of a log) to a spoon. Whittle and lunch by the open fire included (Weather permitting). Aimed at beginners. Over 18 yrs. ** Scroll down for more details **

Interested but can’t find a date to suit you? Enquire about other dates

The spoon carving workshop is led by Adrian Joy or one of our other experienced teachers, he has been whittling wood since a young age and his passion has led him to become a qualified instructor.

All tools and materials will be provided, along with all the tea, coffee and all the biscuits to keep you going, plus a delicious lunch cooked over the campfire (veggie cassoulet available).

What is wood carving?

Want to know more about wood carving and the benefits? Read our blog on what is wood carving?

What to expect?  

Classes are made up of a maximum of 8 students and take place in the beautiful setting of our family farm nestled on the edge of Sheepleas nature reserve and at the foot of  The Surrey Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty.

This is aimed at being a creative day making spoons at a relaxed pace, being out in nature. The workspace is undercover in a former open sided farm building, or weather dependant can be around the open fire in a small adjacent copse. Lunch is often cooked on the same fire and served there. 

Most students will be first time carvers, some may be returning to further practice their skills and gain more experience.

Find out more about Adrian and our team of experienced teachers that you can read more about in the Team section.

We will guide you through the steps of making a wooden spoon of your very own. During the day you will explore: 

  • Introduction, safety and where everything is…

  • Axe and general knife use and more safety !

  • Which spoon?!

  • Wood selection 

  • How to put a crank in

  • How to axe out a blank

  • Knife work including carving a bowl

You are guided through the whole process and advice is on hand to help you.

This is an exercise in learning a new craft, being creative and slowing down to appreciate the art of carving.


Find out what others think of the experience day - See some reviews
“Highly recommend this experience.

Thoroughly relaxing day, great area to work in away from the elements. Adrian really knowledgeable and helpful. Sarah looked after us with plenty of tea/coffee and biscuits. With a lovely lunch as well. ”

Steve ,Sept 22

“I'd highly recommend the one-day spoon carving day - such as enjoyable, creative, mindful day in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Adrian was an excellent teacher, and Sarah made a delicious lunch that we had round the camp fire. A great day, and I was delighted to come away with an actual spoon I'd made out of a block of wood!” Cyra, farnham, Dec 21

See our FAQs page for more detail of what to bring, wear and timings

If you’re not sure this course is quite for you, explore the other crafts and experiences we offer. and see what other students say about their experience

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