Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses reviews

K Elf reviewed: Leather Bag Making - 2 Day

"My husband and I signed up for the course to give us and activity and something new to learn and experience. The course was so fun and more than we expected. We learned so much from our wonderful, and friendly, instructor."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback. We're really pleased to hear you learnt a new skill and had fun too."

Justin reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Under Peter's guidance I feel confident approaching my own wood carving projects now. My family were really impressed with what I was able to achieve in one day. Peter gave very useful insight into how to get started, what sorts of tools to use, and how the different carving chisels work. He also explained perhaps the most important part of any woodworking: how to keep one's tools sharp. Overall a fantastic day (even though the weather was pretty grim)."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback. It's great that you feel able to continue woodcarving with your newly acquired skills."

Jinny reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Excellent! Peter was extremely knowledgeable and helpful - loved every minute. Thank you"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback. We're so pleased you enjoyed the course."

David Kightley reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Really enjoyed the woodcarving course. Peter gave good instruction, he made things clear how to use tools etc. We were also told about all the different tools, and wood that is used. Came home with a carved flower and a carved dolphin. I would definitely recommend this to other people. I shall look into buying some tools and continue woodcarving. I am considering booking another woodcarving course."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the woodcarving course and feel able to continue to carve once you have the tools required."

Anne reviewed: Leather Bag Making - 2 Day

"Loved the course. I didnt finish my bag in the time but will certainly complete it myself. The class is small so plenty of teacher time I would definitely recommend the course and if there are going to be any follow up courses would be very interested"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed the leather bag course and hope that you are able to complete your bag soon."

Joe c reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Great course for any one looking to give blacksmithing a bash (literally). I'm thinking of booking again ??"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"That's great to hear you enjoyed it. We hope to see you again soon!"

David Challen reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"I was bought this experience as a birthday present in 2020, but had to cancel due to Covid restrictions. We were able to rebook when the site reopened and I'm glad we did, as it was thoroughly enjoyable. I have a desk job, so it made a really nice change to do something more practical and hands on. The instructor was fabulous and patient, despite my eagerness to 'get it right', I guess I'm a bit of a perfectionist. All together it was a great day, with a great instructor and some really nice people. There were only four of on the course, so we all had plenty of time to speak to the instructor and learn."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we really appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your day. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed it and were able to learn a new skill. We will pass on your praise to Nicky. Trading Places Traditional Crafts Courses at Stanwick Lakes"

Sheila Smith reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture Course

"I attended the willow animal sculpture course with Sue Kirk last May and came away with a stag which I am extremely proud of. Sue is a brilliant tutor and very talented, I cannot rate her highly enough. The barn workshop is really good to work in and I really enjoyed myself."

Jane Hill reviewed: Basket Making Introductory Course - one day

"I received this course as a birthday present and wasn’t disappointed. Maggie is a superb teacher and has the patience of a saint. The day went too quickly, yet I came away with a pretty decent basket for a first attempt. Loved every minute of it and it has inspired me to try making some more at home. Can highly recommend this course."

Heather Coulson reviewed: Spoon Carving Workshop - One Day

"Thoroughly enjoyable course. Very relaxing (apart from when you're using the drawknife...but even that is very satisfying!) Mark is very helpful. Definitely recommend this course!"

Neil Marshman reviewed: Spoon Carving Workshop - One Day

"Hard work but satisfying, Mark has very helpful and always on hand to sort out problems"

Lisa robinson reviewed: Spoon Carving Workshop - One Day

"Excellent tuition in a relaxed setting. First class and 5 star!"

Emily Webb reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"Absolutely loved this course. Mark was very knowledgable, helpful and encouraging. I have come away with a beautiful, unique stool which I am so proud of. Brilliant course. I’d recommend to anyone."

Heather Coulson reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"What can I say? I had absolutely brilliant time on this course. As a complete novice (but with an interest in woodwork) this course was perfect. Mark was clear in his instructions. Also explaining how we got to have the logs in front of us, and giving us a little lesson in the parts of a tree trunk, which I thought was a nice touch. I would definitely go on this course again, and I'm thinking of signing up for the spoon carving course Mark also holds. I think I may have fallen in love with green woodworking!"

Claire Marr reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"My brother Sam had an amazing time with you this weekend. My father was supposed to attend (xmas gift) but sadly he passed away very unexpectedly earlier this year. The furniture Sam produced will therefore always have special meaning for us as a family. Sam told us the course was a very special experience so thank you once again. Kind regards Claire Marr"

Wayne groom reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"Yet again trading post did it again for me.hell you lot are great helpful and most of all fun fun fun. Great group, superb instruction (even when he spent most of his time assisting with his first ever square legged stable) .May have to come again as my 6 year old has claimed it as hers and does everything from eating breakfast on it to her colouring books. Thanx guys, great time and have been recommending."

Jane squires reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"This is the second course I have been on at Trading Places, both excellent. Mark was a great instructor, very patient and had time for everyone in a very relaxed atmosphere. I thoruughly enjoyed my weekend and came home with a lovely table. :)"

Lisa Robinson reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"This was a fantastic course and the second one I’ve done at trading places. Excellent instructor, great atmosphere, very good value for money and I went home with a really impressive piece of furniture. I have already recommended it to friends. 5 stars! Lisa"

Chris Shaw reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"I really enjoyed the day - thank you"

Emma reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"We came on the course on 5th Feb and had such a fantastic day. Stuart was fab, really knowledgeble and made us feel at ease and have a lot of fun. Highly recommend this day course to everyone."

Peter GRIFFIN reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Excellent course - excellent tutor. This was a most enjoyable day with a splendid tutor"

Matt Colley reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Really enjoyable, informative course. Paced to suit the participants."

Jeanette Stevens reviewed: Basket Making – two day course

"Fantastic course could't recommended more highly! Thank you Maggie - a lovely way to spend a weekend! Hopefully I will be back for more!"

Stephen Rippington reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"This was an excellent course. The course leader was knowledgeable and approachable. I especially enjoyed how much hands on time there was. Highly recommended!"

David Ray reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"A well presented and executed course. Content was sufficient to lead the student into each step with adequate knowledge and skill for the task ahead. Good premises well laid out for adequate space for the number of students. An enjoyable day ."