Nailsworth Community Workshop

Patrick reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"This course is a must for anyone interested in archery. I had a fantastic time and have learnt so much!. Gaz and Tom made the course enjoyable from start to finish and their knowledge and attention to details was so helpful. I'm so happy with my longbow and it's given me the confidence to make more in the future "

Sinbad Wilmot reviewed: Knife making weekend Gloucestershire

"Excellent course, very well run. I was thoroughly absorbed in the knife making process throughout, enjoyed every bit of it and came away with a beautiful knife that I am very proud of."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Sinbad, thank you very much for your feedback. I'm really glad you enjoyed the course, thank you for your energy and fine work, certainly you've created a beautiful knife, a friend for life. Hope you returned to Ireland safely, stop by the workshop when you in Stroud next. Best wishes, Arian"

Adam gibbs reviewed: Knife making weekend Gloucestershire

"The experience I have been part of for the last 2 and a hal days has been nothing short of amazing. To take time out from a busy life and career to just concentrate for a while, without being distracted or pestered by anyone was like returning to my roots, before I got busy. Arian is a true expert and unbelievably knowledgable about his craft. This is one string to his bow, but making a knife from raw materials has been a fantastic experience. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I would recommend this to any metal worker, engineer, want to be craftsperson or simply anyone interested. The final result is a knife that will live with me for life, something to be proud of. I could not be happier with the final result."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Adam. Thanks a lot for your feedback: I'm delighted that you had such a worthwhile experience, as well as a great knife which I'm sure will serve your for years to come. beautiful bog oak handle and razor sharp edge: that's what we like to see! Thank you for your great energy, skill and enthusiasm, I really enjoyed sharing what I know with you and the others on the course. Many thanks again, and I'll try to come and see your engineering set up. Arian "

Bridget reviewed: Creating automata - weekend course. Explore the combination of movement and materials such as wood, wire, metal tube and sheet, found objects and figures.

"Fantastic course. Fi is a great teacher and helps you to problem-solve whilst making room for learning. Supplies for the course and tools are excellent. Lovely vibe and absorbing. Recommended "