Course:Spoon Carving Course

St Fagans National Museum of History
Fully Booked

Join Vic Phillips of SingleMaltTeapot as he takes you through the essential tools and techniques needed to carve your first spoon. You’ll head away with the skills to use Sloyd and Crook woodcraft knives for a variety of wood carving projects as well as a wonderful lime wood kitchen spoon.

During the workshop we’ll cover:

Safely using woodcraft cutting techniques. 

How to approach carving wood using Sloyd and Crook knives. 

Applying a beautiful, long lasting finish to your spoon. 

Sourcing new materials and how different woods behave when carved. 

The tools to keep carving at home and how best to care for them 

Important Information

 

You are welcome to bring a packed lunch or visit our on-site catering facilities. We can offer a 10% discount to course participants in our catering outlets* on production of your ticket. *(excludes Derwen Bakehouse)

Parking

Please park in the visitor car park, a charge of £7 per car applies and can be paid by cash or card. 

Language:

This course will be held in the first language of the facilitator - which is English.

Age:

All participants must be 16+. Any participants under 18 must be accompanied by a participating 18+ year old.

Accessibility:

Some of the Museum's learning spaces are up to 5 minute walk from the main building and carpark – please contact events@museumwales.ac.uk prior to booking to discuss any accessibility requirements.

 
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Information

15 March 2025, 10:30am - 4pm
Cost £65 | Concession £55
Suitability 16+*
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Opening Hours

From 4 November until 28 February 2025, we will be open 10am-4pm every day.

Christmas and New Year: Closed from 2pm on 23 December. Closed 24 - 26 and 1 January. 

Closed 8 January 2025 for staff training. 

Parking

If you are driving to St Fagans, you will have to pay for parking. The cost is £7 per day and can be paid by cash or card. FREE for disabled badge holders and motorbikes. £30 yearly ticket in advance. This charge is for parking only – entry to the Museum remains free.

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

Eat, drink, shop

  • Our cafes and restaurant will be open during your visit. 
  • The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
  • You are welcome to bring a picnic to the Museum.

Accessibility

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Safety Information for Visitors

Due to the historical nature of the site, please note the following potential hazards:

  • Water ponds and pools
  • Trip hazard on uneven paths and steps
  • Slippery surface paths, slopes and grassed areas

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