Sallerton Wood reviews

9 May 23'

David Sykes reviewed: Pole Lathe Turning at Sallerton Wood

"Another great course at Sallerton Woods. As ever, Andy was superb at explaining the principles and demonstrating the methods - including the 'this is what will happen when you get it wrong!' The Delia Smith of the woodworking world! As part of the course I chose to make a spoon, initially by turning a 'baton' with a sphere, cleaving off half the sphere and then carving out the bowl of the spoon. I hadn't anticipated that the carving would be just as absorbing as the wood turning. Not only is the course good, the surroundings are fantastic, in the heart of a deciduous wood, with sounds of wildlife, and smells of moss, woodsmoke and coffee at refreshment time. A particular thanks for providing the Gluten Free food options Great fun! I will be back. Many thanks."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much indeed, David, for being the very first person to review our brand new course in pole lathe turning. Thanks for your kind words too, and for returning to Sallerton Wood for this, your second course. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course and its woodland environment, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back sometime in the future. "

29 Apr 23'

STEWART reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"Hi Andy thanks for a really enjoyable two days, your skill and patience are legend. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks for your kind words, Stewart. We hope that you enjoy using the shave horse that you made during the course. "

27 Apr 23'

Susie Jones reviewed: Stool making course at Sallerton Wood

"Such a satisfying three days spent making my stool in beautiful and peaceful woodland! The course is challenging but each stage of the process is really well demonstrated and explained by Andy who is an excellent teacher. I was so pleased with my finished stool I have booked myself onto the shave horse course in June!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much for your kind review, Susie, and thanks for coming back to us for another course. We look forward to seeing you again in June when you return to Sallerton Wood for your third course! In the meantime, enjoy your stool. "

27 Apr 23'

Rod and Debbie Morris-Kirby reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"My Wife and I had a wonderful day. Andy was a patient teacher and clearly an expert. The wood is a great setting and far removed from the bustle of our usual working day. Thoroughly recommended."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks for your review and recommendation, Debbie and Rod. We're glad to hear the two of you enjoyed the peace and tranquilty of Sallerton Wood, and that you enjoyed the course too. It's a lovely setting for the running of the course; enjoyed by the staff as well as the students!. "

27 Apr 23'

Will Adams reviewed: Stool making course at Sallerton Wood

"I thoroughly enjoyed my three days in the woods. Andy patiently takes you through the process of crafting a green wood stool - from wood selection, paring the timber using traditional methods to weaving a bark seat. We finished the course with a treasured piece of furniture and also well fed. Wood-fired pizzas for lunch was a particular highlight! Many thanks Andy. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"It's great to hear that you enjoyed the course so much, Will. It's good to hear that you enjoyed the pizzas too! We look forward to seeing you again at Sallerton Wood, if you decide to return sometime. In the meantime, enjoy your stool! "

27 Apr 23'

Gareth Meredith reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"My father and I had a wonderful day on our introductory course. Andy was a great teacher, knowledgeable and patient too! The setting is delightful and really allows for a peaceful and immersive experience. Recommended without hesitation. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Gareth, for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you and your father enjoyed the course, its tuition, and its woodland setting. We hope to welcome one or both of you back to Sallerton Wood one day for another course. "

13 Dec 22'

Andy Hewitt reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"I can't rate this introduction to green woodwork course highly enough! Andy is an excellent teacher, and pitches this perfectly. The facilities at Sallerton Wood enable you to have a great experience learning the ropes whilst having fun. The only problem you'll find is how quicky the time passes due to how enjoyable it is! Highly recommend Andy and this course."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed for your kind review and recommendation, Andy. We're pleased that you enjoyed the course, and we hope to see you back at Sallerton Wood again sometime in the future. "

10 Nov 22'

Susie Jones reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"I really enjoyed every part of the kuksa carving course! The setting is tranquil and Andy managed to teach to the wide range of skill levels in an unhurried and encouraging way that allowed everyone to achieve something worthwhile. The lunches were generous and delicious and it was great to see water for tea boiled on the rocket stove. I’m looking forward to returning to Sallerton Wood for my next course in the spring!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Susie, for that nice review. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course and its tranquil woodland setting. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton wood on the stool-making course in April. "

11 Oct 22'

Mike reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"A wonderful 2 days spent learning to carve a kuksa from the patient and knowledgeable Andy Morton in beautiful and relaxing woodland. It was a delight to use really sharp tools with the bonus of Andy showing us how to keep them sharp."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks, Mike for your positive and kind review. We were pleased to see you back at Sallerton Wood again, and many thanks for all of the support you have given us over recent years."

9 Oct 22'

John Adkins reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"Great surroundings Andy was great at explaining what we needed to do and very patient (he needed to be with me). Really enjoyable day and walked away with a smashing mallet and a dibber "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much, John, for your kind review. We're very glad to hear that you enjoyed the course, its tuition, and its surroundings. We hope to see you back at Sallerton Wood for another course one day."

29 Sep 22'

Julie Newark reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"My birthday treat from my sisters an absolutely fabulous experience, Andy certainly has the patience of a saint ? My mallet is now a toilet roll holder to cover my dodgy handle but my rolling pin is usable and looks fantastic. Great day out thank you Andy, oh and Sonia and Tracy (they paid)"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Very many thanks, Julie, for your very enthusiastic review. We're delighted that you enjoyed your day's green working at Sallerton Wood as your Birthday treat with your sisters. We also enjoyed reading about the innovative use for your greenwood mallet!! Enjoy using your rolling pin, and we hope to see you back at Sallerton Wood sometime in the future. "

28 Sep 22'

Tracy Hutchinson reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"Just done the one day course with Andy my sisters and I, we had a great day.We all came away with articles that people recognise ( some better than others)…Andy showed great patience and sense of humour.. It really is a good day. Thanks Andy."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much indeed, Tracey, for your nice review. We're very pleased that you and your sisters enjoyed the day and came away with some recognizable articles. We hope to see some, or all, of you back at Sallerton Wood sometime in the future. "

1 Sep 22'

Stewart Pearce reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"Attended introduction course at Sallaton had a fantastic day with a great bunch of people. Andy was a great teacher and we all managed to produce good results. The best birthday present I have had in years! Stewart."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Stewart, for that positive review. We're glad that you enjoyed the course, and it's nice that it was a birthday gift too. We look forward to meeting you again next season when you return to Sallerton Wood for the Make a Shave Horse course. "

31 Aug 22'

Nigel reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"I am so pleased, I traveled from East Sussex, to make my shave horse. Sallerton wood is a tranquil place to do green woodworking. Andy is a great teacher, very patient with total newbie’s. Then you get spoilt with tea and coffee and cake, and a lovely lunch, all served in a wonderful kitchen shelter with clay rocket stoves and oven’s ( Andy please run a course/ write a book on how to build one)"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks, Nigel for your enthusiastic review. We're very pleased that you enjoyed the teaching on the course, and the tranquillity of Sallerton Wood. Thanks also for your positive comments about the teas and lunches, and indeed your additional suggestion about a course or book about clay ovens and rocket stoves! We hope that you get many days and months of pleasure using your shave horse. "

20 Aug 22'

Tim Smart reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"It was a great pleasure to meet and learn so much from Andy about how to carve a Kuksa when he ran the Greenwood carving course. I am looking forward very much to finding out, in a relaxed but focused atmosphere, how to make an all important draw horse next week!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks, Tim for your kind words about the course. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed it, and we're looking forward to seeing you again on the 28th at Sallerton Wood for the Make a Shave Horse course. "

19 Aug 22'

Karen Turner reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"Another fantastic course Andy. We did the greenwood course and made a kuksa each. So well tutored, endless patience from Andy, great lunches and loads of tea and biscuits, good company, peace and tranquility, a perfect way to spend a couple of days"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Karen, for your kind words. We're delighted that you and Paul enjoyed the course, the woodland environment, and the lunches and teas. Thank you for returning to Sallerton Wood for another course after the Stool-making course that you did with us earlier this year. We hope that you enjoy using your kuksas, and hope to see you again one day."

29 Jul 22'

Eva Stacey reviewed: Stool making course at Sallerton Wood

"What an amazing 3 days we had making our stools! In a methodical way, Andy guided us through the process of cleaving the wood, carving and shaping it in order to produce a very treasured and functional stool which we are now proud owners of. Being immersed in our “work” and spending the whole time in the beautiful Sallerton wood was both invigorating and calming. We are looking forward to joining Andy and Jane next year for another adventure! Thank you so much for a fab experience! "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Eva, for your kind review. We are so pleased that you and Lesley enjoyed the course so much, and the experience of being in Sallerton Wood. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood when you return next year for another course. In the meantime, enjoy using your stool! "

22 Jul 22'

Andrew reviewed: Chair making course at Sallerton Wood

"This was an excellent course. The tuition was superb, Andy’s approach was supportive and patient. He effectively combined group demonstrations with one-to-one guidance. As a novice to green woodworking Andy pitched things at a level that he knew was achievable for me but also sufficiently challenging allowing me to create a chair that I feel proud to have made. The drinks and lunch breaks in the woods allowed everyone to get to know each other and fostered a wonderful supportive environment amongst the participants. The woods are beautiful. I chose to ‘wild camp’ on site which again provided the opportunity to chat and get to know other participants giving the course more of a retreat atmosphere."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks, Andrew, for that very positive review of your recent experience at Sallerton Wood. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course so much, and also appreciated the company of others on the course. Thanks also for commenting on the woodland itself, and the wild camping available there. We hope that you enjoy the chair that you made for many years to come, and we look forward to seeing you again at Sallerton Wood if you choose to visit again. "

21 Jul 22'

Arthur Hocking reviewed: Chair making course at Sallerton Wood

"Just finished the 8 day Large chair making course. Had a great time! Met some lovely people who i really got to know over the 8 days. Was a lovely way to slow down from the crazy pace of modern life. The atmosphere and setting is welcoming to everyone and you are fully submerged in the wilderness. You are shown what is capable to do with a froe, your hands and a little bit of patience. Andy was a brilliant teacher and his wife Jane makes the best home made elderflower cordial! "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Arthur, for your kind comments. We're very pleased that you enjoyed the course, its tuition, and the natural woodland environment in which it took place. Jane will be very pleased to see your comment about the elderflower cordial too! We look forward to seeing you back at Sallerton Wood if you choose to visit us again in the future. In the meantime, enjoy the lovely chair that you made. "

14 Jul 22'

Michelle reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"I have recently done the introduction to green woodwork course with my 10 year old son and we had an amazing day together. Andy was really good at ensuring we all felt comfortable and included despite the age range and had a lovely way of teaching us about woodwork. It is a beautiful location and we were keen to book again to spend more time in the woods ?"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Michelle, for your kind review. We're very pleased that you and your son Blake enjoyed the course and the location in which the course took place. It was a pleasure to have the two of you on the course, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood when you return for another course or event. "

12 Jul 22'

Steve reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"A thoroughly enjoyable and interesting course in which you learn a lot of greenwood skills while making your own traditional English shavehorse. Andy is very knowledgeable and skilled in his craft and delivers the course in an engaging and highly patient manner. The venue is a fabulous woodland setting complete with a well equipped and well laid out working area. The site also has a great rest area complete with rocket stoves and clay oven. Wild camping is available and is highly recommended. If anyone is thinking of attending a make your own shavehorse course, I wholeheartedly recommend Andy’s course. I’m looking forward to going on some of his other courses soon. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed for your positive comments about the course tuition, the environment of the course, and the camping facilities at Sallerton Wood. Your comments are very helpful to us, and to others who might be considering doing a course with us. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course, and we look forward to meeting you again when you return for the Greenwood Carving course in September and any other courses that you choose to do with us. In the meantime, enjoy using your new shave horse! "

8 Jul 22'

Rick reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"I received this course as a present and wasn’t too sure what to expect but it was great fun really informative and the environment is really tranquil and inspiring. Andy is very personable and has a real depth of experience, discussing anything woodwork and nature related was a real pleasure. I’ll stay in touch as I have projects of my own which I’d like to discuss in the future Enjoyed everything about it and had a nice group too Thanks"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much indeed, Rick, for posting that positive review. We're very pleased that you enjoyed the course and its environment. It's great that you want to stay in touch and discuss your future projects, and you'll find all of our contact information on the Sallerton Wood website. "

6 Jul 22'

Nick P reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"This course was inspirational, I have been looking forward to it for a long time and I was not disappointed. Andy is a fantastic teacher ensuring that we all acquired the necessary skills in a gentle and positive way, giving enough guidance but not so much that learning opportunities were lost. Even in the rain Sallerton Wood was a dreamy place with Andy's structures blending in perfectly. I now really have the green woodworking bug and am planning my very own bodger's shelter to be followed by a pole lathe. I will be booking an 8 day chair course next as I would love to learn about steam bending"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Nick, for that kind review; much appreciated. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course so much. Glad to hear that you like the timber-framed structures at Sallerton Wood that have been made for the courses there. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood for a chair-making course. In the meantime, enjoy using the shave horse that you made on the recent course at Sallerton Wood. "

28 Jun 22'

Andy T reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"This is one course you will not want to miss. Whether beginner or practiced you will know so much more than when you arrived. Andy is probably the most knowledgeable woodsman I have met in nearly 35 years of carpentry. Andy and Jane were the the best of hosts, providing both delicious lunches and snacks and story telling over coffee. All I need now is an excuse to return in the near future."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed for that very enthusiastic review, Andy. We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience at Sallerton Wood so much, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood when you return for another course. "

26 Jun 22'

vijay c reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"Really enjoyed making a shave horse. The techniques I've learnt , though a fraction of whats needed, will serve as a starting point. Andy is the perfect teacher, never too fast or too slow, and always there to help. This is an essential course for anyone who would like to start dabbling in green woodworking.The setting is perfect and the food is great. I wimped out of wild camping though! If you are thinking of it , just do it!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Vijay, for your positive review. We are delighted that you enjoyed the course and its woodland setting, and the food as well. If you and/or your daughter choose to attend another course sometime in the future, we look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood. In the meantime, enjoy using your shave horses and applying the techniques that you learnt on the course. "