Woodturning Courses

Black Isle Woodturning offers a range of woodturning courses and training for individuals, small groups and businesses.

All courses are held in the purpose designed turning workshop which is fully equipped with a range of woodturning tools and machinery, safety gear and resources.


Introduction to Woodturning – Full Day Course

Course Fee: £150

Venue: Black Isle Woodturning Training Workshop

Course Details: The day course concentrates on the fundamental techniques of woodturning.   We start by looking at selection of suitable timber and lathe set up, then move on to tool sharpening and correct use of tools.   Throughout the day you will work on a project designed to help you learn and practise various turning techniques and improve your knowledge, skill and confidence in woodturning.

Max class size: 1 person*

*COVID -19 Regulations – All courses are being delivered on a one to one basis until further notice.   All equipment and personal protective equipment is cleaned and disinfected before and after each use.

Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm (1 hour for lunch) It may be possible to adjusted timings to suit your travel arrangements.

Tutor: Andy Walters

What’s Provided? 

  • Tea or Coffee
  • All tools and materials
  • Safety glasses/face mask
  • Face Visor

What do I need to bring?

  • A packed Lunch
  • Sturdy footwear, suitable for working in a machine workshop.

Introduction to Woodturning – Half Day Course

Course Fee: £75

Venue: Black Isle Woodturning Training Workshop

Course Details: The half day course takes you through some of the fundamental techniques of woodturning.   Throughout the course you will work on a small project designed to help you learn and practise various turning techniques and improve your knowledge, skill and confidence in woodturning.

Max class size: 1 person*

*COVID -19 Regulations – All courses are being delivered on a one to one basis until further notice.   All equipment and personal protective equipment is cleaned and disinfected before and after each use.

Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm It may be possible to adjust timings to suit your travel arrangements.

Tutor: Andy Walters

What’s Provided? 

  • Tea or Coffee
  • All tools and materials
  • Safety glasses/face mask
  • Face Visor

What do I need to bring?

  • Sturdy footwear, suitable for working in a machine workshop.