Workshops & courses
Our workshop programme is frequently updated so please check back regularly,
and do contact us if you have a request for a course to attend or teach.
Making wooden roofing shingles – FREE COURSE
Using time-honoured tools such as froes, drawknives and a shave horse, attendees will shape their own woodland shingles and contribute directly to a live conservation project – repairing Denmark Farm’s bird hide by removing worn shingles and replacing them with newly crafted ones.
places available
Cob Oven Building Workshop
Join us to help build a full-size, fully functioning wood-fired cob pizza oven using the clay from under our feet, mixed with sand and straw, With no cement or machinery used in the construction, this is a truly accessible and sustainable method of building.
4 places available
Raw Food Workshop
Learn how raw food, both savoury and sweet can not only be healthy but totally delicious! We will make a fabulous 4 course menu and then share the joy of eating together! Foods are classified as raw if the heating temperature does not exceed 45C, as it does not destroy
5 places available
Natural Fibre Brush Making
Discover the timeless craft of natural fibre brush making. Join CalmKrafts for a creative day to transform natural raw materials into stunning, functional art perfect for clearing hearths, workbenches, or adding a touch of rustic charm to your walls.
7 places available
Nature’s remedies from summer flowers
Explore healing plants that grow locally including elder, hawthorn, rose, red clover, and daisies. Ethically harvest elderflowers and make a quick elderflower cordial to bottle and take home and make a healing daisy bruise balm using hot-infused oils, while learning about plant safety, families and folklore.
10 places available
Patch Work Quilting for Beginners (2 days)
This workshop will provide you with an opportunity to make your own nine-patch sampler quilt using your choice of beautiful 100% cotton Batik fabrics from Bali to personalise your quilt colour, design and pattern, with the knowledge to continue quilt making in the future.
7 places available
Introduction to Crochet: Crafting Nature
Designed specifically for absolute beginners, this course provides a solid introduction to crochet and transitions you from the very first loop on your hook to the creation of a stunning, lifelike butterfly or moth sculpture. This course delivers 18 hours of tuition in a small group, to help you gain
6 places available
Taming the Wild Yeasts ~ Make your own Sourdough Bread
Learn about the benefits of Sourdough bread, make your own sourdough starter, and learn all the steps to turn a starter into a delicious loaf of traditional German Sourdough Bread and sourdough crumpets which we will bake together and taste.
3 places available
Willow Weaving 3 Day Squarework Skill-Builder Workshop
On this three day course we will take a close look at the traditions of squarework in willow basketry. You should be able to complete several different baskets by the end of the course, such as storage baskets, paper trays, and square shopping baskets. There will be a variety of
7 places available
Weave a Willow Log Basket (2 days)
This two day course is a great opportunity to make yourself a beautiful new log basket as the nights draw in and we enjoy a cosy fire in the evenings. We will be making round log baskets with strong bases, incorporating finger holes or roped willow handles. borders.
6 places available
Weave a set of Willow Trivets
Willow trivets are a beautiful addition to your table. They take hot dishes straight from the oven or hob. This course is ideal for beginners or those not experienced in working with willow, as well as those who would like to practice making bases. These trivets make an attractive yet
6 places available
Outdoor First Aid Course
This Outdoor First Aid course for environmental work professionals, outdoor workers, forest school tutors etc meets all NGB requirements and will cover a full range of outdoor injuries and scenarios with a mix of theory and role playing training and practice sessions.
11 places available
Workshop Terms & Conditions
Please book online by clicking on the course above and then book your place/s and pay online, ideally by bank transfer to minimise the fees we have to pay through PayPal.
Members receive 10% off the displayed course cost of all Denmark Farm events.
Most courses, unless marked otherwise, are hosted by Denmark Farm Conservation Centre.
All bookings and enquiries for SELL (School of Education & Lifelong Learning, Aberystwyth University) courses are directly with SELL. See https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/lifelong-learning/ / phone 01970 621580. There are no membership discounts for these courses.
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre course places are reserved once full payment has been received.
If the minimum number of participants has not been met within 2 weeks of the start date, courses may be cancelled or rescheduled. Where a course is fully booked, please contact us to add your name to the waiting list in case of a cancellation. If we cancel a course for any reason (e.g. not reaching the minimum number of participants or illness of staff) we will refund your place in full or offer you credit for an alternative event.
Cancellations: If you need to cancel your place, please contact us as soon as possible. If you cancel 4 weeks or more before the course starts we will retain £20 (per event place) to cover our administration costs. Cancellations within 4 weeks of the course start date are chargeable in full unless we are able to fill the place from a reserve list and/or if special circumstances apply. We reserve the right to decide whether the latter applies, and this decision is final. Deposits, once paid, are non-refundable.
Start times: Times listed are the actual time the course begins. Please arrive 15-30 min before the stated time if you would like a comfort break or hot drink beforehand.
Lunch/refreshments: Please bring a packed lunch with you. Tea & coffee is provided during breaks, with decaf coffee/tea and herbal drinks also available, and dairy and oat milk are provided.
Ages: Unless stated otherwise, all courses are suitable for participants aged 16+. On some craft courses 13-15 year-olds are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian, please enquire.
Dogs: For health and safety, dogs are not permitted to accompany participants attending courses. We also request that dogs (or other animals) are not left inside vehicles in the carpark area.
Accommodation: We have a range of accommodation options on-site if you wish to stay here.
