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August 2026
Wooden Block making course
This is a 2 day course on making traditional wooden blocks (Pulleys) This is a hands on course and over the two days you will be guided through making your own wooden blocks to take home including some splicing of Hempex and Dynema for the strops and the fitting of thimbles etc. Stephen Horsley is the Tutor, He is the owner of the beautifully restored gaff rigged yacht Ngatira. All materials supplied and you will take home your completed blocks…
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Steam Bending ribs and Fastening
This is a one day course on Steam bending timber and in particular Ribs for clinker built boats. It's a hands on course and you will be involved in the selection sizing and steaming of suitable timbers and then we will fasten the bent ribs using copper nails and roves. A great course if your wanting to learn about steam bending wood and or riveting using copper nails and roves.
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Essential Skills Course
Essential Skills Course
2 days hands-on course
This is our most popular course and is a fantastic introduction to working with wood and building small boats. You will learn all sorts of tips and tricks, and many ...
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