John Boddy Timber
Woodworking Courses
Come and join us in our new purpose built
schoolroom at Brompton-on-Swale in 2015
Woodcarving with Peter Berry
Peter Berry is well known to readers of Woodcarving
Magazine, which regularly features his informative and
instructive articles on the carving of country folk,
distinguished by their charm and depth of character.
Peter derives much of his inspiration for his characters
from his northern background. His work is ‘hallmarked’ by
the depth of research conducted into his subjects, as
well as his distinguished carving style. He has taught and
demonstrated in a variety of situations and is a firm
believer that, with the right combination of the three
‘Ts’ - Timber, Tools and Tuition.
Woodturning with Andy Rounthwaite
Andy was born and raised in Yorkshire and started wood
turning as occupational therapy in 1999, having been
diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. What began as a
hobby developed into a way of life. He gained his
teaching qualification (City & Guilds 7307) in 2002 and
in 2004 was accepted onto the Register of professional
Turners. He enjoys teaching and demonstrating and is
happy to chat about any and every aspect of his craft.
He has a very positive attitude in everything he does and
firmly believes that life should be lived to the full boundaries are there to be pushed. Everyone should be
encouraged to develop his or her own creativity - safely!
Chaircaning with Christine Addley
Christine Addley has always had an interest in old
furniture and its restoration, and began caning chairs as
a hobby, which then grew into a profession. Since the
late seventies her many commissions have included work
on antique chairs for stately homes as well as more
modest items. She also teaches caning and rushwork at
a local school and demonstrates at summer events around
Yorkshire.
Dedicted Courses Designed for You by our Tutuors
One to one courses can be arranged and designed to customer specification from one half day up to five
days. Our staff will be happy to assist you design a course especially for you and advise of the course fee.
John Boddy’s Woodworking Courses
The Facilities
Courses take place in our custom built schoolroom with all tools, equipment, wood, finishes and protective
clothing provided. You only have to bring yourself! Lunch and refreshments are included in the course fee.
A maximum of four students per course ensures individual attention and a relaxed but productive learning
environment can be enjoyed by students. The schoolroom is adjacent to our Woodworking Store which
includes a vast range species of timber available for self selection.
Woodturning with Andy Rounthwaite
Chair Caning with Christine Addley
One Day Course ~ £135.00 including VAT
One Day Course ~ £135.00 including VAT
An ideal introduction to the world of woodturning for
anyone ‘testing the water’. Is woodturning
something which I am going to enjoy ? How do I
get started and how much will it cost ?
Instruction is very much for newcomers and covers
the following:-
The course Caning is not difficult however certain
basic principles have to be fully understood in order
to achieve a good result.
The course will include:
• Majority of time will be spent on hands on project
work
• An explanation of all tools and materials
available
• Demonstrations of each stage
• Informal discussions on the history and development
of the craft
There will also be plenty of resource material
available to provide inspiration including photographs,
books and examples of finished work.
• Which lathe
•Basic tools required
• Timbers for turning
•Accessories & their uses
• Tool sharpening & preparation
•Safety equipment
Students will then put theory into practice.
Two Day Course ~ £262.50 including VAT
A course covering three different projects providing a
chance for the beginner to learn basic skills resulting
in a sound grounding in the craft of woodturning. The
course is intended to answer the same basic
questions and covers the same content as the one
day course, but allows more time to work on
projects and learn the skills in a more
comprehensive manner.
27/28
14/15
2014
Thur/Fri
2015
Thur/Fri
Nov
May
4
13/14
3
12/13
2015 cont.
Sat
Thur/Fri
Sat
Thur/Fri
Jul
Aug
Oct
Nov
26
9
2015
Fri
Fri
June
Oct
Woodcarving with Peter Berry
Two Day Course £262.50 including VAT
This course is geared to the beginner or those
wanting to add to their basic knowledge to
concentrate on producing a rewarding, finished
article. The main timber to be used will be Lime
or similar, which is straight-grained and easy to
work. Use of a minimum number of carving chisels
will be a feature and the range used will provide
the student with a good knowledge of
characteristics and uses.
The importance of sharpening, tool maintenance
and types and sources of timber will be covered.
The course concentrates on creativity, inspiration
and actual production - areas which can often
lack emphasis on more theoretical courses. The
emphasis will be on learning basic skills however
all levels of experience can be accommodated.
Over the two day period, the following areas will
be covered:
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Sources of inspiration & designs • Finishing
How to develop and progress
• Sharpening
Tools which can be used
Sawing and bandsawing
Reproducing designs & planning
23/24
23/24
2015
Thur/Fri Apr
Thur/Fri July
22/23
2015 cont.
Thur/Fri Oct
Demonstration Dates
Course Dates
November 2014
27-28
Woodturning
November 2014
Andy Rounthwaite
April 2015
23-24
Woodcarving
Woodturning
Woodturning
Peter Berry
Andy Rounthwaite
25
Woodcarving
Chair Caning
Christine Addley
16
Woodturning
July 2015
4
Woodturning
Andy Rounthwaite
23-24
Woodcarving
Peter Berry
Woodturning
25
Woodcarving
15
3
Woodturning
Andy Rounthwaite
9
Chair Caning
Christine Addley
22-23
Woodcarving
Peter Berry
Woodturning
Woodturning
Andy Rounthwaite
October 2015
24
Woodcarving
Peter Berry
November 2015
November 2015
12-13
Peter Berry
August 2015
Andy Rounthwaite
October 2015
Andy Rounthwaite
July 2015
August 2015
13-14
Peter Berry
May 2015
June 2015
26
Andy Rounthwaite
April 2015
May 2015
14-15
29
Andy Rounthwaite
14
Woodturning
Andy Rounthwaite
We are moving!
early 2015
Our new address will be: Buildings 2 & 3 Gatherley Road, Brompton-on-Swale, Richmond, DL10 7JH.
We hope to see you at our new purpose built store and schoolroom which will offer the same
great service and huge range of products and timber species.
All contact information remains the same making it easy to keep in touch.
John Boddy’s Woodworking Courses
BOROUGHBRIDGE
Boroughbridge, in the heart of Yorkshire, is an ancient market town on the River Ure, (adjacent to the
A1M, leave at J48, 12 miles north of Wetherby, 12 miles from Harrogate, 7 miles from Knaresborough,
16 miles from York), with cobbled square, old coaching inns, hotels and guest houses, caravan sites,
boating marinas and fishing. The nearest railway stations are York, Harrogate and Leeds, all excellent
centres for shops, theatres and museums.
Accommodation
Details of bed & breakfast accommodation and caravan parks are available on request please contact us on: 01423
322370
Overnight accommodation is available as listed (within 5 minutes walk of the Fine Wood and Tool Store).
Reservations should be made direct with the hotel. Prices are correct at time of going to print.
Orchard Lodge, Langthorpe, Boroughbridge
Tel/Fax No: 01423 323712
Mr & Mrs Dunn welcome you to their specious home, set in the historic market town of Boroughbridge offering real
Yorkshire hospitality with traditional home cooking Bedrooms are all ensuite and centrally heated with colour TV,
radio and tea/coffee facilities.
Ensuite room & breakfast single occupancy
£50.00
Ensuite double room & breakfast for two people
£70.00
The Crown Inn, Roecliffe
Tel No: 01423 322300
The Crown Hotel, Boroughbridge
Tel No: 01423 322328
Fax No: 01423 322033
A warm and friendly traditional Yorkshire country Inn situated on Roecliffe’s picturesque village green
approximately 1 mile from Boroughbridge. The restaurant serves an excellent menu using fresh local produce
which is complimented by a superb wine list. The accommodations has recently undergone refurbishment. Prices
include tea & coffee making facilities, full Yorkshire breakfast and newspapers
Single occupancy or Double
£80.00 - £120.00
Fax No: 01423 324512
For those who seek excellence in cuisine and comfort. Luxuriously appointed to provide every convenience situated
in the centre of Boroughbridge. All rooms are ensuite. Leisure complex, health and beauty facilities.
Single room & breakfastprices
from £75.00 per room
Cancellation of Course Booking:
Should you have to cancel your course booking, a refund will be issued in accordance with the schedule below.
i) Deposit paid and 8 weeks notice given in writing, a refund of £10.00
ii) Full Course fee paid and 8 weeks notice given in writing, a full refund of the course fee, less £50.
iii) Full Course fee paid and 6 weeks notice given in writing, a 50% refund will be issued.
iv) If less than 6 weeks notice is given, no refund will be issued.
Please note that the refund includes VAT.
On receipt of your booking we will send with your booking confirmation the details of an independent
insurance facility. We would recommend that you take out insurance to cover for possible cancellation of
your booking. This insurance covers cancellation for any reason. On request details can also be provided prior
to booking.
At time of going to press full cover premiums range between £11.00 to £23.00 depending on the cost of your course.
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Please send your completed form to:
John Boddy Timber, Riverside Sawmills, Boroughbridge, North
Yorkshire, YO51 9LJ.
Alternatively book by telephone on 01423 322370 ext 257
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