Graham Turner Woodturning reviews

5 Nov 19'

Helen Thomas reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"My 9 year old son and I really enjoyed our half day course with Graham and we will be back for more. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere and Graham has a wealth of knowledge that he shares with such enthusiasm."

11 Jun 19'

Helen Harris reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Fantastic wood turning lesson with Graham. We were greeted by Graham, his lovely wife Chris and their two very sweet dogs, we were made to feel very welcomed from the start. Both of us were total novices to wood turning and Graham was an excellent teacher, patiently steering us in the right direction, if we were going off track, and we each ended up with a bowl that we are very proud of. Graham is so knowledgeable and we both learnt loads in a relaxed, safe environment. Graham had a good sense of humour )which he needed with the two of us!). Coffee and biscuits were fab. Young or old, male or female, novice or not, I cannot recommend Graham highly enough. We had a really enjoyable morning, and I’m looking forward to booking another lesson very soon. Thank you Graham."

3 Jun 19'

Edward Watts reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Excellent day in the company of a kindly tutor. Graham is an accomplished wood turner with a wealth of knowledge and a great teacher. Very pleased with my creations and so were all my family who gave me the course for my birthday. Thank you all."

2 Jun 19'

Craig reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I really enjoyed my day of turning with Graham. He was very welcoming of a complete novice to wood turning, very patient in his instructions and always willing to help."

1 Jun 19'

Mark Field reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"My son and I spend a wonderful day with Graham. We made a bowl and a candle stick. My son was a quicker learner than myself and Graham was ready to answer all his questions and even spent some time showing him an easier/quicker method for hollowing out a goblet. Both Graham and his wife are really friendly and easy to get on with, this makes the day go easier as conversations are not forced. All in all, Graham is a font of knowledge and since my course I have gone on to make another bowl, a desk tidy and a piece of firewood (I might be able to salvage it into a small bowl or an ashtray) :-) My son is now thinking of buying a better lathe as the starter lathe we have will soon be no good for his projects. A day well spent."

13 May 19'

Cliff Dixon reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"An excellent day, both enjoyable and informative. Graham gives instruction and guidance at every stage, I was delighted with the final product and am looking forward to a second visit."

19 Mar 19'

Tim reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Well one day in i would not hesitate in recommending this course to anyone! What a great day we had. Graham is knowledgeable, charming and a great teacher. I came away with a beautiful bowl on my first day, however my partner has something more resembling a frisbee! We have also agreed to adopt a hedgehog.... who would have thought that was part of the bargin. T"

5 Mar 19'

Simon Hawkes reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I had a really enjoyable day with Graham and returned home proudly with my first bowl. He is a kind and patient teacher and very knowledgeable and I hope to return to do another course sometime soon. I would highly recommend him."

3 Mar 19'

Pat Beeson reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"My grandson and I spent a very enjoyable day with Graham, he is very knowledgable and friendly. We were both complete novices but came away with lovely bowls and a candlestick. We highly recommend his course for anybody wishing to learn about woodturning."

8 Jan 19'

Fraser Halley reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I was given a surprise present by my wife, Diane, of a day's introductory wood turning course at Graham Turner's workshop in the New Forest. It is many decades since I did anything which could be described as craft woodworking - the last time was at school, more than half a century ago, so I didn't know what to expect. Since then I have fiddled about with saw, hammer and drill on DIY projects about the home, which can only be described as "amateur" at best. The course provided by Graham was a revelation. Much to my surprise and satisfaction I came away with a wooden candle stick and a wooden bowl, both completed by me and looking pretty good! Graham's infromal and friendly approach was just right and his tuition was excellent and timely, particularly when I looked like getting into difficulty. I would strongly recommend anyone to go on the one day course, either like I did, as a surprise recipient of a gift from my wife, or certainly for anyone thinking of taking up wood turning. Thank you Graham for an excellent day Fraser Halley"

14 Dec 18'

Philip Latham reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I am new to wood turning and booked a day’s instruction with Graham Turner. It was everything I hoped for. A relaxed and informative mix of practical and theoretical instruction. The workshop was comfortable and Graham has an excellent set of lathes and tools. From the start I was able to follow Graham’s example working through a range of tools using different woods and quickly gained confidence. There was a welcome emphasis on health and safety and at the end of the day I was delighted to depart with a walnut bowl that I managed to produce, admittedly with a bit of help! A delightful man and a great day, I thoroughly recommend his course."

5 Dec 18'

Chas Winder reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Spent a very enjoyable day with Graham as a novice in his workshop, and coming home with a pretty decent bowl that I made myself under Graham's gentle tutoring - very satisfying! Thanks Graham."

27 Nov 18'

Steve Gent reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"What a wonderful way to spend a day ! Right from the outset Graham and his wife were friendly and welcoming hosts. After introductions we adjourned to the workshop where we were treated to an interactive masterclass on woodturning.Graham is a natural and very patient teacher whos enthusiasm is obvious, allowing us to try, master and apply techniques as demonstrated, but always there to adjust and gently correct as needed for best ( and safest ) results. Thoroughly recommended."

25 Nov 18'

nigel vivian reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Had a very informative day. Graham made me very welcome. His way of teaching with hands on is excellent ."

16 Oct 18'

PHILIP MORGAN reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Had a splendid day with Graham. He is a very good tutor, and has a well equipped workshop. I left with 2 pieces i am well pleased with. Highly recommended. Phil"

6 Oct 18'

Ian Fielding reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Graham provided a fantastic course, all underpinned by a warm open style and an obvious deep knowledge of the craft. All in all highly recommended!"

19 Sep 18'

Sarah reviewed: Pyrography workshop, Keyhaven, New Forest, Hampshire

"I loved it, great way to spend a morning!"

13 Aug 18'

Mary Robindon reviewed: Pyrography workshop, Keyhaven, New Forest, Hampshire

"Worth doing a whole day as you become more confident as the day goes on. Graham was great, there was no pressure and he offered advice when asked."

10 Aug 18'

SUE SMITH reviewed: Pyrography workshop, Keyhaven, New Forest, Hampshire

"What an outstanding day! Relaxed and informal, yet inspirational and supportive - what an amazing teacher. Still can't believe we beginners produced such lovely work. Everyone should try this."

23 Jun 18'

Wil lloyd reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I had a full day wood turning with Graham, and what a day, was perfect from start to finish a really relaxing environment, and a truly hands on approach to teaching, allowing you to really give it a go and try things yourself knowing that you have an expert on hand if needed. A great lunch, and somewhere I’ll be definitely coming back to. Out and out an excellent day"

11 Jun 18'

Kevin Walters reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Had the most fantastic day learning the basics of wood turning from Graham. Everything about the day was friendly and welcoming and Graham's teaching style was practical, friendly and very informative. I came away with a small vase and bowl at the end of the day and was genuinely shocked with what I was able to achieve in a day, which was entirely down to Graham's tuition! I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to learn or just experience wood turning."

9 Jun 18'

Richard Long reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I spent a great day with Graham Turner and another person being taught how to experience wood turning. I had not done any turning for 45 years but with Graham’s expert tuition and gentle way of explaining I managed to make a very decent cherry wood candle stick holder and then a good ash bowl. In the middle of the day we had a lunch in the sunshine in his garden I can recommend Graham for anybody that wants to try woodturning and gain a lot from the experience. I will most probably enrol of another course with him to make something more intricate next time."

25 May 18'

Keith Richardson reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"A hugely enjoyable day spent being creative and constructive. Graham is a very good and patient teacher with a good abilities to explain and demonstrate. I attended with my father and we both came away with wooden objects more advanced than we were expecting to, a bowl each. This was our first time wood turning and the bowl making process was broken down and explained more or less from tree to table. The equipment available was of excellent quality and clearly well maintained. Graham took care of tool sharpening whenever necessary and kept a careful eye on safety at all times. On our day, which was warm and sunny, tea, coffee and lunch was served outside in the delightful garden with occasional visits by one of the amiable resident dogs. As an introduction to wood turning I highly recommend this course. Thank you Graham. Keith and Brian."

10 May 18'

Val Rich reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I am relatively new to working with wood and had not really considered woodturning as part of this. Thanks to a birthday gift of a days woodturning with Graham I have been bitten by the woodturning bug! Graham is an excellent teacher and is most informative, knowledgeable and above all patient! He also has a great sense of humour and put me at ease, especially when I found it a little difficult to master the holding of the chisel correctly. The day went by much too quickly and I feel that I learnt such a lot. I can see how woodturning can complement my current woodworking skills and that it will enable me to have a more comprehensive choice on what my future projects can be. As a result of this most recent enjoyable day I have decided to purchase a lathe and set of chisels and get started turning wood. I will definitely be booking another day woodturning with Graham and would thoroughly recommend him to anyone with an interest in wood. I also have to mention the home made quiche that was provided for lunch and the welcomed coffee and tea breaks! All in all a most enjoyable and enlightening day. Thank you very much Graham."

1 May 18'

Richard Denbury reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"I enjoyed the course and it was a good introduction to wood turning. Graham was very helpful and instructive and I would recommend this course."