Gedwood reviews

2 Oct 22'

Keith Bate reviewed: Log to tumbler with Gedwood

"What a great way to spend a day! Although I've had plenty of woodworking experience, creating a pair of tumblers from a green log was a whole new thing for me. Ged is very knowledgeable and a great tutor, with just the right amount of hands on help. Can't wait until the end of November when I'll be able to sample a dram or two!"

Gedwood responded:

"Ah many thanks Keith. Not long now before you get to road test them!?"

28 Sep 22'

Oz Langley reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"I was entirely new to green wood working but have some experience in other wood working before coming to this course. For me this about a return to traditional area of the craft. The instruction was clear and very well delivered to a group of people who were not experts. It was an incredibly interesting and informative course presented by a talented and knowledgeable guy. Thank you Ged."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Oz. Was a good course. Hope to see you soon on another course!"

27 Sep 22'

Steven reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"I thoroughly enjoyed the Introduction to Green Woodworking day course. Ged is an excellent teacher - patient and friendly, and lets you work and learn at your own pace. I was very impressed with the work space and had great fun using the shave horse and pole lathe. Highly recommended!"

Gedwood responded:

"Many thanks Steven. Hope to see you again on a course Ged?"

21 Sep 22'

Karen reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"Had a great time on this course. Excellent tutor. Came away with a usable item. Thoroughly enjoyed it. "

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Karen, Glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you again on a course? "

8 Sep 22'

Matthew reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience - Ged is clearly passionate about his work and the opportunity to practice these traditional crafts alongside him was a delight."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Matthew. Hope to see you again on one of my courses"

7 Jun 22'

Jake reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Had a fantastic time with Ged in scorching weather over the QPJ long weekend. He was welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable and has created a good set up for the workshops. I will definitely be returning for another of his courses in the bit too distant future!"

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Jake! Look forward to seeing you again on a course?"

7 Jun 22'

Mark reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"I went on the 1 day log to stool course, it was a fantastic day learning some new skills from the amazing, knowledgeable and very patient Ged. The workshop is incredable and set in a beautiful location. I would highly recomend this course to anyone wanting to learn basic traditional wood working skills or just wanting a fun day out."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Martin. Hope to see you again on a workshop!"

7 Jun 22'

Keith Fraser reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"What a wonderful way to spend a beautiful day. The course was a present from my daughter and I loved every moment of it. Ged is a excellent teacher and soon had me up to speed with the wonderful traditional (and very sharp) tools. Working with wood this way is both absorbing and relaxing. Thank you Ged for teaching an old dog some new tricks."

Gedwood responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it Keith. Was a pleasure working with you!"

7 Jun 22'

Fanny Arnesen reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Wonderful course and a very friendly atmosphere! Ged is super knowledgeable and has a vast assortment of different tools and equipment, some which are handmade. Before we got started he gave us a demonstration, which me as a complete beginner found very helpful! Cant recommend enough, I love my little stool!"

Gedwood responded:

" Thanks so much Fanny. Hope your stool inspires you on for some tree paintings!"

24 May 22'

Martin McLean reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Beautiful day and great location. Tutored by the brilliant, knowledgeable, friendly and patient Ged, this was a course well worth the journey. From start to finish this was such an enjoyable experience. Led on by Ged’s hands on approach we travelled from raw tree trunk to finished article using hand tools and an assortment of GED’s hand made equipment. To see our item evolve was such a great feeling. There was a superb camaraderie between all of us who attended the course. Lots of laughter and fun. An experience not to be missed. Thank you for such a rewarding day. Don’t miss this wonderful day out."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks very much Martin. Glad you enjoyed the day and hope to see you again on another course!"

23 May 22'

Barry reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Great course. Very friendly atmosphere. Would definitely recommend."

Gedwood responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it Barry!"

16 May 22'

Rob Thompson reviewed: Make your own shavehorse with Gedwood

"I attended the shave horse making course in April. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and came home with a lovely piece of kit, which I look forward to start using. Ged is a great teacher, and creates a calm and friendly atmosphere, sharing his knowledge and passion for his work. The course was inspiring and we were given plenty of time to learn and practice using a range of tools and skills. Thanks again Ged! Hope to attend another course in the future!"

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Rob! Just sent you through links for ordering tools Happy carving!"

25 Apr 22'

Alex reviewed: Cleft ash gate making with Gedwood

"My wife bought me this gate-making course for a present. She knew that I liked a “doing” activity present and we were not disappointed! Jed was a lovely guy to spend a weekend with and a skilled teacher as well as a skilled woodworker. Over the two days, with his help, I turned a pile of greenwood logs into a beautiful garden gate that I brought home to the delight of my wife. Two days of hard work, a plentiful supply of coffee and the use of Jed’s superb range of tools made it a weekend to remember. Thank you for all of that Jed."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Alex, Was a pleasure sharing your company!"

13 Apr 22'

Brig reviewed: Make your own shavehorse with Gedwood

"Really enjoyed the shavehorse course with Ged. Relaxed atmosphere and good ratio. Inspiring! Lots of learning and time to try and practice working with the different tools. It's been a great 2 days and I'm very proud of my shave horse. Would definitely recommend."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Brig. Thats a great shavehorse you made! All ready for some creative projects. Ged"

3 Apr 22'

Karen reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Stool making class this was great fun. Excellent course. Great support relaxed environment and a fabby bunch of people on the workshop. I had a blast!!!"

Gedwood responded:

"Hi Karen, Yes it was a good crowd. Glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you again on another course? Ged"

26 Mar 22'

Elisabeth reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Another great stool making course. Thanks Ged."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Elisabeth, some fine stools made! See you later in the year!"

21 Mar 22'

Edward reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Really enjoyed the course! Ged was a knowledgeable, but relaxed teacher and allowed me the flexibility to put my own personal touches on my stool. I've now got the bug and am keen to do one of his other courses! Came home with a study, great-quality stool that I intend to keep for life!"

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Ed! Look forward to seeing you on another course soon!"

21 Mar 22'

Robin Davies reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Had a great time this weekend with this Log to Stool workshop. Easy to follow instructions, good support from Ged all through the day and getting to grips with the various woodworking techniques was very therapeutic and enjoyable. Highly recommended!!"

Gedwood responded:

"Hi Robin, Thanks for your comments and i am glad you enjoyed the course! regards Ged"

20 Mar 22'

Les Moss reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Travelling 400 miles was well worth it. Had a brilliant day with Ged making the stool. Very good approach to teaching his skills and made the whole group instantly connect with one another creating a really nice vibe. Met some wonderful people and I would definitely recommend his courses. Really happy with my stool"

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Les! Hope to see you again on a course Ged"

6 Jan 22'

Adrian Cromar reviewed: Make your own shavehorse with Gedwood

"Had the pleasure of doing this course back at the end of October, having done the whisky tumbler course earlier in the year I wanted to go back and try something I could really sink my teeth into. Once again, I had the pleasure of Ged's company and his relaxed, insightful tutelage. And I ended up with a shavehorse that I'm proud of! Thanks again Ged, hope to see you again in 2022 :)"

Gedwood responded:

"Ah thanks Adrian . Hope to see you back this year!"

28 Oct 21'

Heather Pinto reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"My husband and I did this course, thoroughly enjoyed it and very pleased with the things we made. Excellent tuition, would definitely recommend giving it a go."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Heather! Lovely mallets you and Paddy made. Good luck with your future projects"

27 Oct 21'

Shona Clarke reviewed: Log to tumbler with Gedwood

"Loved taking part in the log to tumbler course. Ged is an enthusiastic teacher with an obvious passion for his craft. His attitude makes for a relaxed, fun and interesting day. Ged’s outdoor workshop is quite something, I really enjoyed using the shave horse! Thanks again Ged, I’ll raise a dram to you when my tumbler is ready!"

Gedwood responded:

"Ah thanks Shona! Yes have a dram for me!"

24 Oct 21'

Doug Raby reviewed: Log to tumbler with Gedwood

"As days out go, this was right up there for us. Thank you Ged, it was just great and I learned so much. We couldn't wait to have a sip out of the tumblers that night, so we lined them with cling film, topped them up and had a lovely time."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Doug. Glad you and Alex enjoyed the workshop. Enjoy your drams - slainte!"

18 Oct 21'

Brian Culbert reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Attended the course with my 12 year old son and we had a great time learning and making our own stools which will be fantastic gifts proudly presented to the Grandparents."

Gedwood responded:

"Was a pleasure teaching Aden and yourself Brian ?"

18 Oct 21'

Jon Bradburn reviewed: Log to tumbler with Gedwood

"Recently attended the log to Tumbler course. Great easy going instruction, good workshop setup in an apt and wonderful location. Friendly atmosphere, some sassy tumblers just aching to be used and more skills to add to my armoury. Thank you Ged."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Jon. Not too long now before yiu can enjoy a dram in your tumblers!?"