Introduction to Woodwork for Beginners - 19 August 2026

Schedule

Wed Aug 19 2026 at 10:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Bingham Community Centre | Edinburgh, SC

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Learn the basics of woodworking for use in children's settings, at our hands-on event for beginners.
About this Event

This woodworking for beginners course will help you to learn basic woodworking skills and safe practices, which will enable you to implement woodworking activities safely with children and young people in your setting.

Who is it suitable for?

Playworkers, Early Years Practitioners, Youth Workers, Teachers, Parents.

What will I learn?

· How to use basic hand tools and equipment safely

· Where to source suitable equipment for children

· Practical skills, measuring, cutting, drilling, sanding & connecting pieces

· How to make simple & sustainable woodworking projects for your setting

· Build on skills for longer term projects & activities

Handout materials and attendance certificates will also be provided.

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Where is it happening?

Bingham Community Centre, 65-1 Bingham Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 45.00

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