Woodwork Evening Taster Class

Join us for an introduction to the fundamentals of furniture making with this hands-on woodworking evening class at our studio in the heart of Camden. Ideal for complete beginners, this practical taster session is a great way to experience traditional woodworking and joinery without committing to a longer course.

What Will I Learn?

During the class, you will make a simple T-halving joint while learning essential woodworking techniques used in furniture making, including how to:

• Measure and mark accurately
• Saw straight and true
• Use a sharp chisel to remove waste cleanly and refine joints
• Identify and troubleshoot common joinery mistakes

This beginner woodworking class is fast-paced, challenging, and highly rewarding, giving you a genuine introduction to hand tool woodworking and furniture making skills.

How Do I Continue to Learn New Skills?

If you enjoy the session and would like to continue developing your woodworking skills, the next step is Core Skills Joinery 1. This comprehensive joinery course introduces a wider range of traditional woodworking joints suitable for furniture such as tables, chairs, cabinets, and more.

Core Skills Joinery 1 runs monthly in several formats to suit different schedules:

• Monday to Thursday, 10:00–16:00 — four consecutive days
• Saturday/Sunday, 10:00–16:00 — two consecutive weekends
• Evening classes, 18:00–20:30 — one session per week over eight weeks

Whether you are looking for a woodworking evening class in London, a furniture making taster course, or a practical introduction to traditional joinery, this course is an excellent place to start.

Cancellations and Date Changes

We require 7 days' notice before the start of your course if you need to cancel or change your booking. This doesn't affect your statutory right to cancel within 14 days of your original purchase. Read our full cancellation policy.