Peter Lanyon Furniture reviews

10 Mar 15'

Nick Pendleton reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just attended Peter's 2 day introductory course, with no previous experience. Loved the authentic production environment. I made a rustic stool using sweet chestnut and oak, could not believe the beautiful authentic result. My family were amazed. Enjoyed starting from scatch with a chestnut branch converted to the wooden legs using a variety of traditional tools. Peter took time to demonstrate the different fabrication stages and was supportive and attentive throughout, ably assisted by Jarve, his trusty volunteer. I am hooked!"

10 Mar 15'

Dave Parker reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just attended the 2 day Introduction To Green Woodworking Course (March 2015) and it was brilliant. I've never done anything like this before and I couldn't believe what I achieved in the two days. Peter Lanyon enthuses you with his own passion for green woodworking and his teaching style is hands on with lots of support and coaching. I made a three legged stool from cherry and sycamore and I think it's truly beautiful, I can't believe I made it. I learned about different kinds of wood, used loads of tools I'd never seen before and feel quite inspired by the whole experience."

9 Mar 15'

Ali Rutherford reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just spent two excellent days with Peter Lanyon, learning how to make a stool out of green wood. I would recommend this to anyone from complete beginners to those who have lots of experience. It was wonderful to be able to spend time making something me, under expert supervision. We all came away with a beautiful piece of furniture and you would not have believed it possible for all of us to create something so professional looking. I was jealous of everyone's work! Peter and Jav encouraged, corrected and guided us all into achieving great things. I will certainly be back and feel inspired to do more. Thank you very much."

10 Feb 15'

Tim Poate reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Superb course. Great workshop with plenty of tools to try out and get used. Excellent support and advice on all aspects of woodwork. Friendly and welcoming style, very relaxed. I look forward to future courses."

6 Feb 15'

Mike reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"An excellent course in a welcoming and inspiring environment. Peter and Jav were very generous with their extensive knowledge and experience. Thank you - I will be back for the Chair Making course."

5 Feb 15'

Terry Speyer reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Had a fabulous weekend learning a lot about Greenwood working. Peter is so obviously knowledgeable and so easy to approach and ask information of. Wide availability of tools to use and due to the process, on delay in completing the project. I thought I was not going to finish my stool but realised that the other course members were behind in other ways!"

2 Feb 15'

Tony Thomson reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"What a fantastic experience! I rate this as one of the best courses I have attended. The hands on approach, the level of expertise, the positive attitudes and helpfulness of Peter and Jav, made it both enjoyable and educational. I learned a lot. It was great too to meet the other delegates. We were all looking to learn and that made for a great atmosphere. As someone who runs a training company, I can only hope that my delegates feel as positive about the courses we run? Thank you Peter and Jav for a great weekend."

2 Feb 15'

Richard Brown reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Very good course for beginners - an almost inspirational event! Good because it took as read that all participants wanted to be there and wanted to achieve something - thus we hit the ground running. Would recommend it,strongly."

5 Dec 14'

Issy Bryars reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This is more than a course in woodworking, the venue is lovely, the workshop is tucked away deep in the Devon countryside, the tools were plentiful and great quality and locally sourced wood a joy to work with. Peters softly spoken instruction and vast experience guided us all to create something practical, beautiful and very personal. Totally absorbing and addictive we will be back to try our hand at a table. This is just the beginning...... Thank you Peter."

1 Dec 14'

kerry vaughan reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I had an enjoyable weekend on this busy course,turning a tree trunk into a piece of furniture I love. The tuition was great .Peter and his able assistant were kind informative and exceptionally patient .I had no previous experience but would love to return for another course. It was a great way to spend the weekend .The group were a fun enthusiastic mix of people and it fascinating to see how we all managed to produce such different and delightful pieces of furniture . I would highly recommend this course"

4 Nov 14'

Rachel Bush reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"This course was one of the best things I have ever done. I came to this as a complete novice and ended the week with a beautiful chair and an incredible sense of achievement. Lovely location, great teaching, wonderful people, I would recommend it to everyone."

30 Oct 14'

Jim Hutton reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"Peter is a great instructor with a good selection of tools, wood and knowledge to let you create something special. The setting is special and the peace and quiet, good company and fresh air combine with working green wood to make it a lovely and fulfilling six days. Very highly recommended for both novice and experienced green wood workers."

28 Oct 14'

Ken Bromage reviewed: Green Wood Creative Seating - 6 Day Course in South Devon

"This was my first venture in green wood (definitely not my last) and it was a great experience, Peter is an exceptional tutor and I cannot recommend this course highly enough, the location is also stunning. This is a hands on practical course and you come away with the fruits if your labour. Word of caution you cannot 'pop' to the shops so don't forget lunch!"

21 Oct 14'

Phil Helmore reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"I have wanted to do this course for quite some time and after finally finding the time I was worried that my expectations would exceed reality. I need not have worried, reality far exceeded expectations. Peter's workshop was the perfect venue tucked away in beautiful South Devon, it is the perfect location. Peter's calm instruction and patient coaching make him the ideal teacher. He conveys his passion for greenwood with enthusiasm and great knowledge. Two enhancements I would suggest would be:"

21 Oct 14'

Bob reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"Have wanted to make some greenwood chairs for ages, glad I chose this course as a starting point. Peter is an excellent tutor, unflappable, and has an answer for every 'challenge' (mistake). Lovely setting, a thoroughly enjoyable week in good company, the end products were really impressive!"

21 Oct 14'

Simon Evans reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"An excellent course in a lovely setting. Peter's skill in teaching, patience and depth of knowledge make for a great week of hard work and good friendship! And I've come home with (though I say it myself) a fine chair and a burning ambition to make some more. Highly recommended!"

8 Oct 14'

Peter Constantine reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I thoroughly enjoyed the two day course at The Old Kennels. However, it did appear that time was a little short putting pressure on at the end."

7 Oct 14'

Trisha Downe reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Peter was an excellent tutor, very sympathetic with those that had no knowledge at all yet able to instruct those who had some knowledge as well. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the course and came away inspired with our lovely interlocking tables. Well worth the money!"

5 Oct 14'

Linda reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I really enjoyed the course, Peter is a great teacher and makes sure that you learn the "proper way" of making a stool or table. All tools and wood was provided to make the course as easy for new learners as possible and Peter was ably assisted by his keen helper. I hope to do another course when possible."

4 Oct 14'

Jeremy Briggs reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This was one of the best two days woodworking I have had for quite some time. We were blessed with good weather that allowed outdoor working, which together with the other people on the course, Peter's calm instructions and a great location combined to make it a fantastic course. I have since bought myself some tools and have started to build my own shave horse. Hopefully I should be able to get some freshly felled Ash soon, and then I can make a stool without Peters guidance. Scary stuff, but I am sure all he taught me will be remembered. I would thoroughly recommend this course to others."

3 Oct 14'

Margaret Shaw reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I have just completed a two day course with Peter at the Old Kennels and love the small table that I made. If I can do it anyone can and it was all excellent. The small group size means you get all the help you need and Peter makes sure that the finished product is the best it can be while still being your personal design."

25 Aug 14'

Trevor reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This was my first time doing real woodwork since school and I really enjoyed it. Peter and his team of Kath and Jarv were all very approachable, patient and helpful, explaining each step in detail and then giving advice and help as we went along. It was really helpful Peter saying what we needed to have achieved in each half-day as that kept the pace steady. Lovely venue, too! Amazing to see at the end of the course that there were so many lovely and very different stools and tables all started from the same starting materials"

19 Aug 14'

Dave Greenhalf reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I had a lovely couple of days at the centre. Peter was very patient and, despite becoming a father a few days before, gave us his full attention. His instructions were clear and every task was demonstrated. There were good sharp tools supplied to enable us to complete the tasks required. I ended up with exactly what I wanted, a guitar stool for my son. Tea and coffee were available at all times, as was support from Peter's very able helper Jav. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in woodwork. There is a freedom in this type of work that I have never found in other types of woodwork; I used to be a carpenter and do still make some things in a shed at home. The course is suitable for both the experiences woodworker, who, like me, always wanted to have a go at this greenwood work, or the complete novice who has never lifted a tool. I want to go back and do more!"

19 Aug 14'

Kirsty Smith reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I bought my husband the Introduction to Green Woodworking course for his birthday, but couldn't resist doing it myself too! We had a great couple of days making two very nice side tables. The process itself of making something from green wood is so simple - we loved using the different tools and are hoping to buy some ourselves. The course was taught in a lovely rural setting in a relaxed way by Peter with help from Jarv and Kath, who were both very helpful. If there was one thing I had to improve it would be having enough charged drill batteries, as this was something our group seemed to go through pretty quickly! We would definitely recommend this course."

24 Jun 14'

Matt reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course and I can wholeheartedly recommend it. Peter is a natural teacher who can impart a great deal of knowledge and help, and he maintains a relaxed, fun atmosphere. You'll be amazed at what you can learn in just a few days. The outcome is a fantastic, unique chair - I use mine everyday - and have made myself a shave horse so I can continue using the skills that I have learnt."