Woodturning Courses in Berkshire
Learn to turn
Do you know someone who loves wood or is interested in woodturning? Would you like to give someone the gift of a unique experience and a new skill and maybe even come along yourself? Then woodturning sessions are for you.
I run courses for beginners and improvers near Reading, West Berkshire. Join me for a 2 hour taster session or a longer course. All tools, materials and equipment are provided as well as lunch and refreshments.
 If you have further questions please email admin@loveheartwood.co.uk
Group Bookings
The Love Heartwood Turning School welcomes group bookings.
We can run:
- family days
- corporate and team building days
- hen and stag party sessions
- birthday sessions
If you would like make a group booking or have any other specific requirements please get in touch.
Please email admin@loveheartwood.co.uk
Woodturning lessons
Woodturning course options
 1. A 2 hour taster session
Choose a 2-hour morning or afternoon session from the dates available.
 2. Beginner Woodturning 1 Day Course
These days are ideal for getting you started on your woodturning journey or as a one-off experience.
 3. Kids and Adults 2 hour taster session
This short sessions are an ideal way to spend time together, explore a potential new hobby and have fun crafting together.
As well as these courses which run all year, we also have courses that run occasionally or seasonally. Check out our full range of courses here:
Book a woodturning Course
Always wanted to try woodturning but weren’t sure how to go about it? Come and learn the basics with Liz in a relaxed, low-pressure session.
Prices start from £90.00
Membership Scheme
Would you like to woodturn as a hobby but your home isn’t suitable for a lathe? Or perhaps you’re hesitant to dive into buying all the gear without knowing what you truly need?
Introducing Love Heartwood Workshop Membership. Use our workshop and let your woodturning passion flourish, without the hassle and worry of setting up a workshop at home.
Prices start from £25.00
Woodturning Course Calendar
Gift vouchers
Give the gift of a turning experience
If you’re buying the session as a gift and aren’t sure which dates to book then why not buy an e-card or gift card? This allows your recipient the flexibility to book a date that suits them.
The gift cards are a physical card that can be posted to yourself or directly to your giftee.
The e-card is a great instant option, which is emailed immediately or on a specified date to the email address you specify.
Previous students…
…and what they’ve said
Woodturning Session F.A.Q.s
Will I be part of a group?
Previously sessions have been 1:1. However from the end of January 2025 the workshop will be able to cater to up to 4 students at a time. All students will be given their own lathe, set of tools, protective equipment and materials needed for the course.
Do I need to bring anything with me? What should I wear?
Turning generates a lot of wood shavings and sawdust so please wear old clothes and sensible footwear. No hooded tops with dangly drawstrings or ties please. Also remove watches, rings, or any other jewellery.
I haven’t received a booking confirmation what should I do?
If you book via the onine system or email you should receive a confirmation email. Check it hasn’t gone into your spam/junk folder and if it hasn’t please email admin@loveheartwood.co.uk for your confirmation.
What should I do if I need to postpone or cancel my session?
If you are unable to make your session please email admin@loveheartwood.co.uk to let us know. We are happy to reshedule it for a more convenient time.
Where it all happens
The Love HeartWood Turning School workshop contains 4 Axminster Tools Professional quality lathes.