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If you are new to dry stone walling and would like to learn more about this traditional craft, why not try one of our courses offered by our network of local Branches located throughout the UK. They offer short, usually two-day courses aimed at beginners seeking to learn the basic skills of the craft.
Training is delivered by recognised DSWA Instructors who will provide information and practical experience in the basics of building a dry stone wall.
Protected Landscapes + Heritage Skills
Starts July 2025
Are you aged 18–30, living in Cumbria, and curious about herd dynamics, conservation grazing, and the life of semi-feral Fell Ponies? Join us for a powerful three-day immersive experience, taking place 11th–13th July 2025 at Gowbarrow Farm, CA11 0JP by kind permission of the Beaumont family. …
Starts September 2025
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to discuss a range of approaches that can be adopted in gardens to make them more ‘wildlife friendly’ and implement measures in their own gardens, community spaces and apply at larger scales.
Protected Landscapes + Heritage Skills
16th - 19th June, 2025
Training available at Level 1 and Level 2 for people looking to follow a career in dry stone walling or interested in increasing their skill level. Led by Master Craftsman Instructor at our National Training Site, Crooklands, LA7 7NH. Training is held Monday - Thursday with an optional Assessment…
Channelside Campus
This full-time programme is for those wishing to acquire an understanding of the construction industry, combined with practical skills, before taking up employment as a craftsperson in the industry. The programme includes a Level 1 qualification in an appropriate craft discipline. Every full-time…
Restoring Hardknott Forest Volunteer Day
Wildlife Walk at Hardknott Forest
Volunteer Day - Nature Rich Miterdale
