Beautifully turned wooden gifts, commissions, tuition and craft collaborations
Surrey Hills Woodturning
Woodturning Tuition
Glenn offers friendly, practical woodturning tuition for complete beginners and intermediate turners. No experience is necessary and everything is provided.
After just a few hours in the workshop you will come away with safe technique, confidence, and something beautiful you made yourself.
A woodturning experience makes a lovely, unusual gift, even for someone who doesn’t plan to take up turning. Paper or e‑gift certificates are available.
Who it's for
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Complete beginners - learn the basics safely, tool control, and good habits from day one
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New lathe owners - ideal if you've bought a lathe but aren't sure where to begin
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Improving turners
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refine your technique and design
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troubleshoot problems
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improve finishing
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learn new techniques
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Tuition is now provided in our beautiful 18th century oak barn in Capel, Surrey. is set up specifically for the workshop accommodates up to 3 learners. All lathes are adjustable for height. Quality machines and tools are used and safety equipment is provided.
What to expect
Sessions start with a health and safety briefing. Glenn introduces the lathe and tools, then guides you through the main steps of your chosen project.
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Safety briefing and workshop set-up
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Introduction to the tools and lathe
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Turning your chosen project
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Sanding and finishing
You'll complete most of the design yourself. Glenn only steps in when needed to keep things safe and help you finish on time (and smooth the occasional lump or bump).
There will be plenty of time to discuss techniques and tools.
Projects you can make:
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Nut / sweet bowl
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Honey dipper and rolling pin
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Christmas tree ornaments
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Kitchen scoop
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Pestle and Mortar (whole day project)
Prices
3-hour session: £105 per person (includes materials)
6-hour session: £200 per person (includes materials)
up to three people can attend a session. Get in touch to discuss dates, Glenn is flexible and can offer weekends or evenings. There may be up to 3 people in any session unless you discuss individual tuition.
“I've had four lessons with Glenn and find his teaching method excellent...safety is a priority.... Glenn is very calm and encouraging”
Neil Kebble
Contact
Please get in touch if you're interested in booking a woodturning experience for yourself or as a gift.
