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 beginner’s courses in Burghfield Common, West Berkshire. Join me in my garden workshop for a 2 hour session or the whole day. I’ll teach you the basics in a fun, informal wood turning lesson and by the end you’ll have something you’ve made to take home with you. All materials and safety equipment are provided as well as refreshments throughout the day.
The following items can be made on either the 2 hour or 1 day course. If you have a preference please let me know during booking.
| A Turned Mushroom |
| A Set of Spinning Tops |
| A magic wand |
| A Cord Pull |
| A tealight holder |
If you have further questions 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 for £90 or bring along a friend for £160, meaning you pay just £80 per person.
What’s included?
- A short session between either 9.30-11.30am or 1-3pm
- Safety information
- An overview of the basic tools
- Get a taste of wood turning (spindle turning)
Take home a couple of simple items made by you on the lathe. e.g. a mushroom, spinning top, cord pull or tea light holder.
2. A turning day
Come for a whole day for £190 or invite a friend along for £342.
What’s included?
- a day of wood turning starting at 9.30am and finishing at 4.30pm
- a light lunch is included. please advise of any dietary requirements or allergies when completing the reservation form. You’re very welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
- safety information
- a look at the basic tools and how to sharpen them
- learning basic wood turning skills (spindle and faceplate turning)
Take home 2-3 simple items, such as a mushroom, spinning top, cord pull or tea light holder as well as a bowl.
Further resources
Following your session you will be sent a follow up e-mail full of useful information and resources to help you continue your woodturning journey.
Book a woodturning lesson
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 at her home workshop. You can choose to learn alone or bring a friend. Choose between the short and sweet 2-hour session or a more thorough day of turning.
Prices: £90.00 – £342.00
Check the woodturning course availability calendar
Gift vouchers
Give a lesson as a gift
If you’re buying the session as a gift and aren’t sure which dates to book then why not buy an e-voucher or gift card? This allows your recipient the flexibility to book a date that suits them.
The eco friendly cards are a real life card that can be posted to yourself or directly to your giftee.
The e-card is a great instant option which is emailed immediately to the email address you specify.
Alternatively, if you need it to arrive on a certain date you can schedule it for that date.
Previous students…
…and what they’ve said
Had a great, friendly wood turning session, lots of great advice and a great experience.
Liam HookMarch 29, 2024.I recently attended an excellent one-day woodturning course with Liz, where I gained valuable insights into various techniques. Despite being a novice with lathes, Liz's patient explanations put me at ease. I made a mushroom, bowl, and vase during the course, all of which turned out beautifully. I'm now excited to delve into woodturning as a new hobby. Grateful for your guidance, Liz!
Kishor PillaiMarch 25, 2024.Had a great day. Hadnt been near a lathe before but came away confident to explore woodturning further. Liz was a great teacher - clear and patient. A great experience for anyone who enjoys craft and wood
Dominic BaileyMarch 4, 2024.What a great way to spend a morning! We entered the tardis of Liz's shed with a big branch that had fallen off our tree. The time zipped by in the blink of an eye, and we emerged at lunchtime with a mushroom each, and samplers with natty beads and coves. I'd never been near a lathe before, but Liz's straightforward instruction gave me the confidence to create something quite individual and unique. Thanks Liz!
Jo GriffinFebruary 7, 2024.A very insightful 2 hour session with Liz was great! She was very accommodating to a complete novice. This introduction has given me even more enthusiasm to take the leap forward and get tooled up. Thanks Liz.
Luke ChambersNovember 29, 2023.A very good experience. Liz is a great teacher and in the one day course, you get to take away a few pieces of completed turning. Highly recommend this and would like to continue this new activity.
Martin DeanNovember 20, 2023.Liz was great. I just had a beginners lesson and went in asking to make some egg cups. In hindsight, this was a bit too adventurous for a complete novice. However, Liz accommodated my request and I was very happy with the finished articles. She listened, answered my novice questions and explained more than I was expecting. Highly recommended for others wishing to have a beginners lesson.
Nigel BellNovember 14, 2023.A very enjoyable day learning the basics of woodturning. Liz gave very good and clear demonstrations and provided help and guidance throughout the day. Overall an excellent introduction to woodturning.
steve atkinOctober 13, 2023.We had a great day wooturning. Liz provided great tution and guidence during our day there. She was very patient and gave good demonstrations. We were both very pleased with the results we turned from the wooden blanks. This is a great introductory course if you want to see what wood turning is all about and try your hand.
Lee YoungOctober 10, 2023.
Woodturning Session F.A.Q.s
Will I be part of a group?
No, sessions are 1:1 so that the lesson can progress at a pace and experience level that’s tailored to you. If you wish you may bring 1 other person to share your woodturning experience. Just make your booking for 2 people instead of 1.
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 workshop contains one large and one small lathe.