Dry Stone Walling Workshop

About

Come and learn dry-stone walling in this practical 3 hour workshop at Quince Honey Farm, followed by a well-deserved lunch! You will learn the basic principles of how to build a traditional dry stone wall and /or retaining wall, using local stone quarried from Quince Honey Farm itself. You will also learn how to introduce wildlife features into the wall such as bird, bat and toad holes, bee boles, or perhaps just somewhere to place your drink! Dry stone walling is a positive and calming outdoors experience, and this workshop offers a great opportunity to learn a new skill, in the fresh air, surrounded by nature and wildlife. You can work at your own pace and there is plenty of opportunity for discussion. Stand back and admire your craftsmanship at the end of the workshop, and enjoy a Ploughman's lunch in our award winning Nectary Restaurant as a reward for your hard work!

The course is taught outside so please bring weather-appropriate clothing: warm clothing / layers, waterproofs, gloves, sturdy shoes/boots, hat, and sun cream. Please bring a pair of working/gardening gloves. All other tools and equipment will be provided.

The course covers:

● Stone selection and visit to our quarry.
● Preparation of ground.
● Construction techniques for slopes, water edge, hedge, standard wall and retention.
● Quoins and repair.
● Lunch and one hot/cold drink per person*

Suitable for people aged 16 and over and for beginners - no experience is necessary.

Price: £45pp
Early Bird Offer just £40pp if booked by 5pm on 22/07/22

places are limited to a maximum of 15 participants, so booking is essential. Please book your space via our website, by telephone 017469 572 401, or in person in our shop!

* A Ploughman's lunch and one hot (tea or filter coffee) or cold drink (non-alcoholic) per person, served in the Nectary Restaurant at the end of the workshop.