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An intensive 2 days focused on preparing hand tools and sharpening in order to gain ultimate control. A must for those seeking fast gains in the quality of their work. Brilliant for beginners as well as those with previous woodworking experience. All high quality woodwork starts with tools that are well set up and exceptionally sharp. If you can’t achieve this, then the phrase ‘ a bad workman blames their tools’ is probably pretty reasonable. During this intensive 2 day course we will guide you through the preparation and sharpening of both hand planes and chisels; the core skills of the woodworker seeking to achieve accurate results.
Course highilights
Friday 6th March 2026, 10am-3pm
Hedgerows are not (just) for keeping the livestock secure. Join Friends of the Lake District to discover the many ways hedges can benefit your farm, wildlife and the wider environment, and discuss what management approaches help them live up to their impressive potential, from planting all the way…
Tuesday 24th February 2026, 10am-4pm at a venue tbc in Eden Valley
An introductory session exploring the traditional landscape management technique of hedgelaying which is much in demand across different landscapes! Booking essential.
Tuesday 10th February 2026, 10am-4pm at CWT Brown Robin NR
An introductory session exploring the traditional woodland management technique of coppicing which creates forest products as well as benefiting biodiversity. Booking essential.
Our degree teaching takes places Monday-Friday with a flexible timetable.
Given the pace at which our planet is changing, there has never been a more important time to study geography. Learn to make sense of the complex interactions between humanity and our planetary environment and discover how you can make a positive difference.
Furness College Open Day 20 November
Cumbrian Agriculture, Arboriculture and Forestry Apprenticeship INFORMATION EVENINGS
Carlisle College Open Days 15 January and 26 March 2026
