Woodland Heritage Open Woods & Workshops
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Woodland Heritage and Williams & Cleal welcome you to learn about growing and using timber.
At James Wood
A tour of the Woodland Heritage demonstration woodland
James Wood is being created from a generous bequest from James Stratton. The wood is owned and managed by Woodland Heritage, to demonstrate the value of productive woodland as an increasingly important resource for the United Kingdom.
The woodland will provide fine timber as a primary crop. It will also provide education, carbon capture, flood resilience and an increase in biodiversity.
James Wood is located in Somerset, between the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park. The land comprises around 85 acres of former farmland and unmanaged woodland. Scroll down to read more about our ambitious planting plans.
At Williams & Cleal
Discover the Art of Fine Furniture Making
Williams & Cleal open their renowned workshops to the public for a workshop tour. Nestled in the picturesque Somerset countryside, guests will witness first-hand the artistry and precision that go into the fine furniture pieces we and our students design and make.
Workshop experiences will last for approximately two hours. Our expert tutors will lead a talk and Q&A session followed by a workshop tour, allowing you to see our studios, machines and tools up close, as well as taking a peek at current projects in progress and a display of finished furniture pieces made by our staff and students. ��
You’ll see woodworking technique demonstrations by our tutors and have the chance to participate in making a small simple piece to take home with you. We'll also have refreshments, tea and cake available on the day! Whether you're a woodworking enthusiast, an aspiring furniture maker or simply curious about the craft, our open day will be a great insight into fine furniture making and all we do here at Williams and Cleal.
On the day
The day includes a tour of James Wood, Woodland Heritage's demonstration woodland, and a tour of the Williams & Cleal Furniture School.
You can choose from:
Morning tour at James Wood - 10.00am to 12.00 noon; followed by afternoon tour at Williams & Cleal - 2.00pm to 4.00pm
OR
Morning tour Williams & Cleal - 10.00am to 12.00 noon; followed by afternoon tour James Wood - 2.00pm to 4.00pm
All visitors will be welcomed to Williams & Cleal at 9.30, from where both tours will start.
Visitors are welcome to bring picnic lunches to eat at Williams & Cleal between tours. Light refreshments will also be available at Williams & Cleal.
Please note:
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Parking is available at Williams & Cleal
At James Wood, please be advised that:
Terrain is rough and uneven
This is an outside only site
There are no toilets or other facilities on site
Dogs allowed, must be on leads
Outside only
At Williams & Cleal, please be advised that:
Dogs are not allowed.
Non smoking site
Toilet facilities on site
Refreshments available
Inside and outside areas
At James Wood
A tour of the Woodland Heritage demonstration woodland
James Wood is being created from a generous bequest from James Stratton. The wood is owned and managed by Woodland Heritage, to demonstrate the value of productive woodland as an increasingly important resource for the United Kingdom.
The woodland will provide fine timber as a primary crop. It will also provide education, carbon capture, flood resilience and an increase in biodiversity.
James Wood is located in Somerset, between the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park. The land comprises around 85 acres of former farmland and unmanaged woodland. Scroll down to read more about our ambitious planting plans.
At Williams & Cleal
Discover the Art of Fine Furniture Making
Williams & Cleal open their renowned workshops to the public for a workshop tour. Nestled in the picturesque Somerset countryside, guests will witness first-hand the artistry and precision that go into the fine furniture pieces we and our students design and make.
Workshop experiences will last for approximately two hours. Our expert tutors will lead a talk and Q&A session followed by a workshop tour, allowing you to see our studios, machines and tools up close, as well as taking a peek at current projects in progress and a display of finished furniture pieces made by our staff and students. ��
You’ll see woodworking technique demonstrations by our tutors and have the chance to participate in making a small simple piece to take home with you. We'll also have refreshments, tea and cake available on the day! Whether you're a woodworking enthusiast, an aspiring furniture maker or simply curious about the craft, our open day will be a great insight into fine furniture making and all we do here at Williams and Cleal.
On the day
The day includes a tour of James Wood, Woodland Heritage's demonstration woodland, and a tour of the Williams & Cleal Furniture School.
You can choose from:
Morning tour at James Wood - 10.00am to 12.00 noon; followed by afternoon tour at Williams & Cleal - 2.00pm to 4.00pm
OR
Morning tour Williams & Cleal - 10.00am to 12.00 noon; followed by afternoon tour James Wood - 2.00pm to 4.00pm
All visitors will be welcomed to Williams & Cleal at 9.30, from where both tours will start.
Visitors are welcome to bring picnic lunches to eat at Williams & Cleal between tours. Light refreshments will also be available at Williams & Cleal.
Please note:
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Parking is available at Williams & Cleal
At James Wood, please be advised that:
Terrain is rough and uneven
This is an outside only site
There are no toilets or other facilities on site
Dogs allowed, must be on leads
Outside only
At Williams & Cleal, please be advised that:
Dogs are not allowed.
Non smoking site
Toilet facilities on site
Refreshments available
Inside and outside areas
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Williams & Cleal Furniture School, Taunton, United Kingdom
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