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Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Walking Stick Examples

Typical Walking Stick

Fitting the stag horn handle

Tony finishing his stick

Description

As a result of our success with this course when we ran it earlier this year, we can now offer a regular session every Friday morning. It typically takes more than one session to complete a stick from scratch. Bill is an experienced stick maker and carver and will be guiding you every step of the way. Please note, it may take several sessions to produce a walking stick depending upon your chosen design and the amount of detail and carving you require. We can supply all the materials you require depending upon your chosen design. The Dukeries Community Centre is a charitable organisation run by volunteers, established in 1988, offering the following regular weekly tutored sessions. Close to Mansfield, Retford, Worksop and Newark, we also welcome students from Lincoln, Nottingham and Sheffield. The workshops (and toilets) are fully accessible for people with disabilities. If you have any queries in advance of booking your place please select the 'message the tutor' button.

What's included in the price?

We will provide tuition at every stage of manufacture and all tools are included. Materials will be available to buy at cost as and when you need them. We have a large library full of ideas to give you inspiration and worked examples will also be on hand so…. what are you waiting for …. come along and make some truly inspirational and unique items For more info get in touch.

Duration

3½ hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Alan Perry at Dukeries Community Workshop

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

1986- Unemployment was high. Members of the Adult Unemployed Centre expressed a desire to use workshop facilities. As school roles fell under used accommodation was identified. In April, a project submission was put before the Dukeries Complex Council of Management and a steering group was set up. Establishment of a fourteen-week pilot scheme to commence in July. This was successful. Today in 2023 we have over 150 users and are open 5 days a week and Monday/Tuesday Evenings

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Wheelchair users
Limited mobility
Suitable for beginners
Suitable for all abilities
Daytime (weekdays)
Long term / weekly / monthly
Public transport
Parking provided

What does this mean?

Message the tutor

FAQs

We are located within the Dukeries academy campus.
Accessed from Whinney Lane. The post code is not accurate for sat navs so please ask for instructions

Venue

Dukeries Community Workshop, Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9TD

Reviews

All maker's reviews

21 May 24'

Julian Cotton reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Fantastic. Bill and all the the other regulars were so nice and helpful helping me as a complete beginner learn how to create a walking stick, really enjoying this and learning a new skill "

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Julian for those kind words. I will pass them onto Bill who is always pleased to hear how we do. regards Alan"

10 Feb 24'

Andrew Lane reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I had a brilliant time and am going back to finish my stick. Everyone was so kind and Bill is a natural teacher. Gives the basics and lets you have a go whilst always ready to help and answer questions. "

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Andrew, I will pass your comments onto Bill. Pleased you enjoyed yourself Alan l"

9 Dec 23'

Mark reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Bill's an excellent teacher. Good facilities. Friendly atmosphere. Couldn’t be bettered."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Mark I will pass your kind comments onto Bill"

11 Nov 23'

everett batty reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Very good course. Bill was brilliant. Going again. Excellent."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Everett I will pass your kind remarks onto Bill. Regards Alan "

6 Oct 23'

Nigel Ellis reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I spent 3 Friday's with Bill, and had a great time. He was really helpful, and friendly, as were the rest of the people there. The atmosphere was relaxed, and there was plenty of fun and chat. I was made very welcome. I didn't quite finish my walking stick at the sessions, but Bill provided the material, and the advice to finish. I've got a great walking stick, and look forward to going back to make another one. Thoroughly recommended."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Nigel, Bill. is an excellent tutor and I will pass your kind words on to him "

22 Apr 23'

Janice Wilson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Having joined the group three months ago, with a very ambitious plan as a total novice. Bill has given me loads of confidence and I'm still chipping away. Great atmosphere in the class too."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"you have a good teacher Janice, I am sure you will create a masterpiece."

17 Apr 23'

Ryan Bickle reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I had a great time with Bill on the walking stick course. I came with the intention of making a staff rather than a walking stick and Bill was extremely helpful and welcoming, as well as the rest of the group. Bill has great advice and was really easy going and friendly. I would highly recommend."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for you kind review I will pass onto Bill who is always pleased to to know how his sessions go."

31 Mar 23'

Christopher Gamble reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Very helpful and friendly, really enjoying the course "

29 Mar 23'

Claire Dean reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Friendly welcome from everyone on my first visit. Very relaxed approach with no pressure. Bill is very helpful. Looking forward to making my first walking stick."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Claire thank you for your kind words Bill is lovely man and very supportive. I will pass this on to him and I know he will appreciate your comment "

18 Mar 23'

Alan Robertson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"An enjoyable morning with great company and good advice. I have some way to go with my carving and I look forward to another session or two in the weeks to come."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Alan for your kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the walking sticks session. You have some very talented people in the group and i am sure they will give you every assistance to help you produce an excellent stick. Regards Alan "

17 Mar 23'

F. Frances reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I felt quite anxious coming to a class in an unfamiliar setting but the group couldn’t have been more welcoming. I learnt new skills and I’m proud of the walking stick I’ve made with the help and guidance of this group."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"We very much appreciate your review and I will pass onto Bill. We try to make everyone very welcome and its wonderful you have found a new talent Thank you so much Regards Alan "

25 Feb 23'

Carol Jackson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Wonderful morning with a lovely man. The other community centre ‘users’ were all very helpful as well. Think I may have a new hobby!"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"That's great to hear, I will pass your kind comments onto Bill Regards Alan "

11 Feb 23'

Bobby reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Bill was fantastic and knowledgeable. Highly recommended."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Bobby, I will pass your kind remarks onto Bill⁷"

21 Jan 23'

Janice Wilson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Really enjoyed my first session and looking forward to my next."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"I will pass your kind comments onto Bill your tutor. Regards Alan "

28 Nov 22'

John Gray reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Really good tuition and lovely relaxed environment"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for kind words John, I have passed them to Bill"

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Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Description

What's included in the price?

Duration

Cancellation policy

Maker

Alan Perry at Dukeries Community Workshop

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Venue

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Reviews

Julian Cotton reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Andrew Lane reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Mark reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

everett batty reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Nigel Ellis reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Janice Wilson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Ryan Bickle reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Christopher Gamble reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Claire Dean reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Alan Robertson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

F. Frances reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Carol Jackson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Bobby reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

Janice Wilson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

John Gray reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

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