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| all courses ... |
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| times: we will aim to work from 1.30pm-5.30pm on Friday and 9.30am-4.30pm on Saturday and Sunday. |
| food: included in the price is lunch on Saturday and Sunday plus a plentiful supply of tea, coffee and biscuits throughout! |
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| Please note that courses are only open to those over 18 years old. Our insurance does not cover teaching anyone younger. |
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| spoon carving for beginners |
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| During the course you will learn the safe and effective use of knives and axes. There will be the opportunity to experience the working properties of a range of native timbers. By the end of the course you should have made several spatulas or spoons to use in your own kitchen. You will also get a knife and some wood to take home and practice with afterwards. |
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| Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire <map> |
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| cost: £145 per person |
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| dates: |
Friday 8 February - Sunday 10 February 2008 |
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Saturday 3 May - Monday 5 May 2008 FULLY BOOKED |
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Friday 26 Sept - Sunday 28 Sept 2008 FULLY BOOKED |
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Friday 10 October - Sunday 12 October 2008 |
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| venue: Situated in the heart of the Peak District at the start of the Pennine Way, Edale is a beautiful location with much to offer if you wish to extend your stay or bring a non-carving partner. |
| It is also easily accessible by train from Sheffield or Manchester Piccadilly with the course venue and a range of accommodation just a short walk from the station (see below). |
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| booking: please use this <order form> and select the 'course' option. £50 non-returnable deposit required to reserve a place |
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| new National Trust Longshaw Estate, nr Sheffield <map> |
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| cost: £200 per person |
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| dates: |
Friday 12 September - Sunday 14 September 2008 |
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Friday 17 October - Sunday 19 October 2008 |
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| venue: Making use of their new, award winning, environmentally sustainable building set in beautiful woodland. Refreshments will be provided by the National Trust cafe which specialises in using fresh, local produce. |
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| booking: Please phone the Estate Office on 01433 670368. |
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| advanced spoon carving course |
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| Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire <map> |
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| For those who have attended a Foundation Course or have existing spoon carving skills, this will be an opportunity to learn more advanced skills a gain a greater understanding of spoon design. A range of tools and timbers will be avaiable for you to experiment with and numbers will be very limited so there will be ample opportunity for personal tuition. |
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| cost: £165 per person |
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| dates: |
Friday 7 November - Sunday 9 November 2008 |
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| venue: Situated in the heart of the Peak District at the start of the Pennine Way, Edale is a beautiful location with much to offer if you wish to extend your stay or bring a non-carving partner. |
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| booking: please use this <order form> and select the 'course' option. £50 non-returnable deposit required to reserve a place |
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| Edale accommodation: within easy walking distance there are a variety of options to suit most tastes / budgets, such as ... |
| Mam Tor House B&B 01433 670253 <details> |
| Buckley Bed Cottage (self-catering) 01433 670390 <email> |
| The Old Nag's Head Inn 01433 670291 |
| Fieldhead Campsite 01433 670386 <details> |
| or more available from the Edale Tourist Association |
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