The way this weekend works is that you enrol in one class for the 2 days, but are welcome to stroll around and have a look at the other classes that are running.
Dry Stone Walling
Traditional dry-stone walling construction techniques - also garden
features (retaining walls, raised beds, seats, steps).
Steel-toe-cap boots are recommended. We will be completing the wall within Carraig Dulra's herb wheel and/or starting a new project.
Greenwood Furniture making
Constructing interesting and unique furniture items from native green
hardwoods selected for the properties of the species as well as for the
natural shapes and grains of the wood. Hand tools and traditional
techniques are used throughout. Each student makes a simple object e.g. a wooden mallet as an
introduction to the craft, before moving on to construct an item of
furniture. Everything you need is provided but you might like to bring your own
pencil, pocket knife, and hand-saw if you have them. We are open to new
ideas so if you have a specific project in mind please contact us well
in advance; we will accommodate you if viable.
Materials charge 20 euro.
Sugan Chair making
Using green wood and sisal to make your own small traditional sugan chair.
Materials charge 5 euro.
Felt making
Learn to make brightly coloured felt mats, hats and bags from sheeps'
fleece. Please bring wellies, waterproof leggings, a towel and a
cushion. Materials charge 15 euro.
Bushcraft/Primitive Livings Skills
Including friction fire lighting, tracking, awareness, shelter making etc. More details here.
Food available (additional cost). Camping free, or stay in a local B&B/hotel/hostel if you prefer.
Prebooking is required! For more information please contact us. For booking, go to the booking page.
This event has received support from the Heritage Council under the 2008 Grant Scheme
