APRIL 26th-29th 2024

Join us for a 4 day course in Cornwall, focused on hands-on timber frame building, where you'll have the opportunity to work on a real building project using locally felled Douglas Fir from a sustainably managed woodland in Devon.

Course Details:

• Project: Participants will collaborate on creating a small, simple, timber frame compost toilet.

• Location: Saltash, Cornwall, United Kingdom

• Date: March 26th-29th

• Cost: £350 per participant

What to Expect:

We will delve into various timber frame building techniques, emphasizing safety and precision in tool usage. The course covers essential skills such as marking out, measuring, cutting the frame, assembly, and theoretical insights into timber technology, including tree biology and defects. Participants will gain extensive hands-on experience, culminating in the construction of a finished timber frame compost toilet.

Tools Used:

Chisels, Saws, Mallets, Skill Saws, Drills, Drivers, as well as measuring and marking tools will be utilized to achieve the project goals.

Applicability of Skills:

The knowledge acquired during the course extends beyond the compost toilet project. You'll gain insights applicable to various structures, empowering you to undertake DIY projects at home. The course instructors, River and Charley, have extensive experience as builders and tutors, and will be able to pass on their knowledge of the joinery techniques covered.

Inclusive Environment:

We are committed to creating a supportive environment, with a particular focus on women and LGBTQIA communities underrepresented in construction and craft industries. We encourage questions, aiming to make participants feel comfortable, well-informed, and confident in their newly acquired skills.

Course Capacity:

There are 8 available spaces, with 7 paid slots and one complimentary spot offered to a local organization working with individuals from marginalized identities.

Booking Support:

Your participation and booking with HOLDFAST directly contribute to our ability to organize and run such courses, as well as support solidarity and voluntary ventures. We look forward to welcoming you to this empowering and educational experience.

N.B

The photographs show various projects that Charley and River have tutored or managed, all using the joinery that will be taught over the duration of the course.