Lakeland Cabinet Makers reviews

9 Mar 25'

Martin Douglas reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Have just completed the two day box making course with Mark. It was a Xmas present from my sons, and I’ve been eagerly looking forward to attending. It didn’t disappoint, we were taken through all the steps to making our boxes, from choosing the style of box, picking the wood, cutting and assembling the parts before applying the surface finishes. Mark expertly guided us through each of the stages and how to safely use the various woodworking tools. The two days were extremely enjoyable and all the finished boxes came out really well. I was pleasantly surprised with what I was able to produce over the weekend and can highly recommend Mark’s courses."

12 Feb 25'

Ilona Furrokh reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Such a great course. The selection of tools is top notch and Mark is a brilliant teacher and very patient. 4 students is perfect as no one is standing around waiting for long and we all ended up with amazingly beautiful and unique and complete boxes after just two days."

10 Feb 25'

Martin Eccles reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I was returning for my second box-making course along with a friend who had been impressed by my efforts from first time round. Again, Mark was a great, patient, knowledgable teacher who helped when needed and stood back when all was well. I had another thoroughly enjoyable two days and will be returning."

12 Jan 25'

Michael Corban reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Really enjoyed the course, Mark is a great teacher and really knowledgable, was made me feel very welcome from the moment I arrived. I am a beginner with little to no experience but due to Mark’s patience I left with loads of new skills and a more than passable box that far exceeded my expectations!"

19 Dec 24'

Harry reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"A really superb weekend with a patient, friendly and knowledgeable tutor; Mark was generous with his knowledge and great at explaining the "Whys" behind all the techniques and tools we were using, something I always appreciate. The days never felt hurried or pressured, I left delighted with the end result and I'd love to do more in the future!"

13 Dec 24'

Paul reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Another excellent couple of days and very pleased with the box I made. Very much recommended."

3 Nov 24'

Martin reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Mark was a great tutor, friendly, well organised and full of great advice. The box I made has already been much admired and I am delighted with it. "

29 Sep 24'

Steve Coates reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"Very informative day learning how to use my router safely. Easy going day learning what a hand and table router will do"

29 Sep 24'

Stephen Nelson reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"Exactly as course description I left feeling more confident in choosing and using a Router for a novice who had never use a router the mix of advice and practical experience was perfect. Mark was also able to cater for my Ltd mobility "

29 Sep 24'

John Oswald reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"Had a really good time on this course. Mark Farrelly (who was the course tutor) was really good. He explained things excellently and I came away knowing that I had learned quite a bit. Highly recommended to all."

14 Aug 24'

Leo reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Had a great time on the box making course! The weekend was planned really well with Mark, the expert, on hand to guide at every step. Really well run and will be looking at more courses in the future! "

9 Jul 24'

Richard Parker reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I did this course last weekend and - with Mark's excellent (and in my case patient!) support and guidance I came away with a wonderful box, of which I am inordinately proud. Mark took us through all the steps with great care, took time to demonstrate procedures someone else was following (if making a different box) and we did a detour into making dovetails the old fashioned way! I thoroughly and unreservedly recommend course - one of the best activity weekends I've had in a long time and certainly the best craft course I have ever done. And all in a good company of learners and in glorious Cumbrian surroundings. I may do it again!!"

8 Jul 24'

John Ratter reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I had a most enjoyable weekend on the box making course. I found it to be a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy learning new skills. Mark is very patient and knowledgeable and is good at explaining all the steps involved. It's a great workshop with a huge selection of machinery and hand tools. Highly recommended. "

1 Jul 24'

David Johnson reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"The description of the course was exactly what we got. I left the course feeling confident that I could use a router safely and had good understanding of a variety of techniques and when to use them. The balance between description, demonstration and practice was about right. The small class meant the teacher was able to spend time watching and giving each of us guidance."

10 Jun 24'

Andrew Smee reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"This weekend I had the pleasure of taking this box making course. Mark the tutor clearly loves his work, and is highly skilled in his craft, as such he takes pleasure in providing you with detailed instruction to ensure you make an item of high quality. A variety of box styles are available for you to choose from. In making your chosen box Mark is observant and he will step in with advice to improve your skills. The workshop is in wonderful surroundings and well equipped with hand and power tools, and dust extraction is superb. Mark ensures complete safety when using any of the tools required. In summary I highly recommend this course to anyone wishing to get a fabulous introduction to box making, and I'm very happy to give it 5 Stars. (The endless supply of tea was also very much appreciated)."

20 May 24'

Chris reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Enjoyed everything about this course - really enhanced my knowledge and learned new skills, in a great workshop, a nice place with good company. Very pleased with my box and looking forward to my next course (s)!"

20 May 24'

Vix reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Mark runs a great weekend course, perfect for a beginner or someone with only a little knowledge about working with wood. As there are only four on the course there was time for us to make completely different boxes that we could all be proud of. Can’t wait for my Router course next month. "

14 Apr 24'

Linda Myers reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Have just spent the weekend with my friend and we have had a blast. Our boxes are wonderful and I’m very proud of what we have done and learnt. So many wonderful box styles to choose from, we will be back. Thank you Mark for your patience and help 😁"

17 Mar 24'

Andy reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Myself and my friend had a great weekend making our boxes, developing new skills and learning more woodworking techniques throughout the process. Mark was great, showing us how to use everything in the workshop and was very knowledgeable. A really enjoyable experience!"

4 Mar 24'

Wendy J reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"A brilliant way to learn a new skill, with fantastic support (and patience!) from Mark and a lovely box to take home. I had never done any woodworking before the course and enjoyed every minute of it. "

28 Feb 24'

Jo reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I loved this course - such a great way to spend a couple of days being completely absorbed in the process of making a box. All the time surrounded by amazing countryside. And with a beautiful box at the end. Mark is very patient and great at explaining the why of all the steps as well as the how. The course is a good combination of machine and hand skills. I did it with my two sisters and it was a lovely way to spend the weekend together. "

28 Feb 24'

Jane HC reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I have done the course twice now and both times I really enjoyed myself. Mark is very patient but encouraging. I started the courses as a complete beginner, who had never done any woodworking and now have two boxes that I am really pleased with."

27 Jan 24'

Rob reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Really enjoyed the course. Mark’s tutoring enabled me to produce a far better box than I’d expected. "

12 Dec 23'

Lawrence O'Donnell reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Just returned home from this 2 day course, happy but exhausted with my box! I can't recommend Mark enough. ( this is my 2nd workshop - with further dates already booked!) For those not local to Penrith I can also recommend the travel lodge motel and the adjacent Greggs/Burgerking outlets - all close by."

11 Dec 23'

Beverley Chapman reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Such a great course! Calm, patient and encouraging tutoring will help you gain confidence in a machine workshop environment, as well as increase your hand tool know how. Also, the end result is just beautiful."