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Dry Stone Walling
If you are new to dry stone walling and would like to learn more about this traditional craft, why not try one of our 2 day courses aimed at beginners seeking to learn the basic skills of the craft.
in the course you will:-
- Learn the basic principles of dry stone walling
- Contribute to the conservation of our valuable local dry stone walls
- Enjoy working in the countryside in a structured but informal atmosphere
- Be taught by accredited DSWA instructors and members of the Dry Stone Walling Association
of Great Britain
We currently have two training sites: Hoylandswaine village, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton.
Appropriate clothing and protection will help you enjoy the event more. In addition to a robust jacket and over-trousers (for colder weather), layers of working clothes suitable for all weathers are recommended to protect against any dusty, muddy or wet conditions.
Many people find kneepads or a garden kneeler, a sensible form of protection.
Strong, protective gloves are essential. PVC types are good for wet conditions (some people like to
wear a thin lining glove inside). Thin cotton or suede gardening gloves will not last or give sufficient protection for stone work.
Shoes or boots, ideally with reinforced toecaps for added protection.
If your footwear doesn’t have reinforced toecaps, wear the most robust protective footwear you
possess with some thick socks
in the course you will:-
- Learn the basic principles of dry stone walling
- Contribute to the conservation of our valuable local dry stone walls
- Enjoy working in the countryside in a structured but informal atmosphere
- Be taught by accredited DSWA instructors and members of the Dry Stone Walling Association
of Great Britain
We currently have two training sites: Hoylandswaine village, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton.
Appropriate clothing and protection will help you enjoy the event more. In addition to a robust jacket and over-trousers (for colder weather), layers of working clothes suitable for all weathers are recommended to protect against any dusty, muddy or wet conditions.
Many people find kneepads or a garden kneeler, a sensible form of protection.
Strong, protective gloves are essential. PVC types are good for wet conditions (some people like to
wear a thin lining glove inside). Thin cotton or suede gardening gloves will not last or give sufficient protection for stone work.
Shoes or boots, ideally with reinforced toecaps for added protection.
If your footwear doesn’t have reinforced toecaps, wear the most robust protective footwear you
possess with some thick socks
Saturday 18 April and Sunday 19 April
Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton, Wakefield, South Yorkshire WF4 4LG
All of our courses start on Saturday and completes Sunday, 9:30 to 4:30 both daysThe cost of the course is £120 per person.
Please bring a packed lunch and hot or cold drinks and it is a good idea to bring a hat, sun block and plenty of drinking water in hot weather.
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