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The Coppice Plot

Contact name: David Hunter
20
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over 10 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I am a coppice worker in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. I am passionate about the sustainable management of woodlands using traditional methods and hand tools. From the wood I manage I make household items such as spoons, stools and garden gates.

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Spoon carving course (1 day)
1 day
Next date: 6th Sep 2025

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
10 Mar 25'

Anna Whitfield reviewed: Evening of spoon carving

"I really enjoyed the spoon carving course. I thought David explained each process very well and I even avoided cutting myself which is a miracle! I loved the carving and could have continued into the night. Thank you David for inspiring me to start up a new hobby, I will definitely be buying some tools. "

The Coppice Plot responded:

"Hi Anna, thanks you so much for your review. I’m delighted you enjoyed the course and are inspired to do more. Any questions feel free to give me a shout. All the best, David"

19 Jan 25'

Anne Kerr-Hughes reviewed: Evening of spoon carving

"I thought it was a fantastic beginners course, David’s knowledge of spoon carving and wood is inspiring… i definitely found it addictive. Great venue too."

The Coppice Plot responded:

"Thanks Anne, I’m really glad you enjoyed the course. Happy carving!"

19 Nov 24'

Sarah Smith reviewed: Evening of spoon carving

"The evening learning to carve a wooden spoon was great. Dave was enthusiastic, patient and clear. This was a great introduction to the skill and the tools. I will be getting some tools to continue carving. "

The Coppice Plot responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you very much for your review. I’m really pleased you enjoyed the course and even more so that you plan to carry on carving. Enjoy!"

11 Sep 24'

Paul reviewed: Spoon carving course (1 day)

"Thank you to David for a wonderful day of spoon carving. I was bought this as a Christmas present and got much more out of it than I had expected. It was well paced throughout the day, therapeutic, educational and creative. Having a small group (6) meant that David was able to give each of us instructional time as well as allowing for our own creativity to expand. The setting in the middle of oak woodlands was meditative, and the lunch provided was simple and exceptional. I would love to do more and plan to get the necessary tools."