Philip Greenwood reviews

8 Jan 18'

Chris Jepson reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"I had a very informative, hands-on and informative day with Philip yesterday. I have never even attempted to turn wood before, had only ever seen it done at woodworking shows. Philip took me through everything I need to know from safety, tool requirements and basic setup, through to all the basic techniques to get started turning bowls and spindles. I got everything I needed out of the day and the value for money is great. The location of the workshop is superb and thanks to Philips wife Wendy for providing refreshments throughout the day. I now need to acquire all the various tools and machinery before I can start turning on my own but I am confident that I could start practising the techniques shown and before long be producing turned items to a good standard. Thank you Philip and Wendy, all the best."

18 Sep 17'

Sally reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"I have just returned from 2 days of wood turning with Philip, and cannot believe how much I have learnt. Although I had undertaken some woodturning, my experience was limited and my confidence was low. Philips' calm and patient manner helped to put me at my ease, and the knowledge and little tricks of the trade he passed on were fantastic. I have come away just itching to get back on my lathe and reproduce the beautiful bowl that I managed to create under his expert guidance. He has also given me the confidence to sharpen my own tools, something that I was woefully bad at, but now feel that I can achieve :). I have thoroughly enjoyed the weekend, and will be back in the not too distant future to get more insights and skills from him."

7 Jul 17'

Tony Meadley reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"Very knowledgeable instructor and excellent tuition. Gave good advice on choosing equipment & setting up workshop. Thank you Wendy for lunch & refreshments, really enjoyed them. Great day all round"

3 Jul 17'

Grant Smith reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"It was the first time I had tried my hand at wood turning, Philip is an excellent instructor, detailed but did not over complicate the whole process. Would recommend my friends."

18 Jan 17'

iain thomson reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"I contacted Phil with a specific interest in turning my own fishing floats. From my first enquiry to the day I arrived Phil was very helpful. A great warm greeting on the day I arrived. Nice grub at lunchtime and great support from his wife. The day was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Lots of advice and support throughout the day. Nothing is rushed and he is so easy to get on with. my advice don't think about it just book it!! And on my first day out using a float he helped me with 19 trout, 15 Grayling and a chub! Hows that for a positive review Phil cheers Mate!!!!!!!"

21 Sep 16'

Glyn Norman reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"What an amazing day! Phil is a great tutor, everything was explained clearly and easily which really gave me and my father confidence. Nothing was rushed and the advice just kept coming. I would really recommend a day with Phil to anyone regardless of their experience, he is a fountain of knowledge. Me and my father can't thank Phil and his family enough for a really great day!"

14 Jul 16'

Gary Craig reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"I spent a day with Philip doing woodturning, something I had not done for about twenty years. He (and his partner) was very welcoming (providing endless coffee and a local lunch), supportive and very skilled. He allowed me to decide what to work on, how to approach it and to work at my own speed and level of competence. I felt considerably more knowledgeable and competent than when I arrived, and encouraged to work more on my own. I would highly recommend him for both his skills, his care (including thinking about safety issues) and his generally encouraging way of working with people at a pace and level appropriate to their needs."