A one day greenwood experience. This course will introduce you to various tools and techniques using simple hand tools, to make a three-legged stool.
During this one day course you will learn how to work with green-wood using simple hand tools, whilst making a three-legged stool. Peter Wood is an incredibly knowledgeable and experienced teacher and green woodworker – we are delighted to welcome him back again in 2026!
Course highlights
- Learn about different tree species and understand why different woods are suitable for different tasks, how growth effects its use, and look at wood suitable for cleaving.
- Learn how to cleave wood.
- Learn basic axe work to rough shape the stool legs.
- Use a shaving horse, drawknives and spokeshaves to shape three stool legs.
- Finishing with a simple stool to take home.
Working with a small group, Peter is able to tailor the experience to meet your level of experience. This course is suitable for both beginners and those who want to develop their woodworking skills further.
Cost: £100 – 8 places available
Age: 18+ (or 14+ with a participating adult)
Venue: Sylva Wood Centre, Oxfordshire, OX14 4QT
Tutor: Peter Wood – greenwooddays.co.uk
Sunday 1st March 9:30 AM through 4.00 PM