Woodturning Courses in Berkshire
Learn Woodturning with Confidence
I offer beginner-friendly woodturning courses in Berkshire, near Reading, that are designed to help you feel confident from your very first cut.
In small, relaxed groups, you’ll learn how to use the lathe safely and create your own beautifully crafted wooden piece — from bowls and bud vases to pens and more.
No experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to have a go. I’ll guide you step by step, so you can enjoy the process and feel proud of what you make.
Perfect for beginners, hobby starters, improvers or as a thoughtful gift experience.
No Experience Needed — Just Curiosity
My courses are designed especially for beginners.
You don’t need any prior experience — I’ll guide you step by step, from understanding the tools to shaping your first piece of wood.
Many of my students are starting something new later in life or rediscovering creativity after years away — and leave feeling surprised at what they can create.
What You’ll Make
Depending on the course, you might create:
- A wooden bowl shaped by your own hands
- A bud vase perfect for seasonal flowers
- A handcrafted pen or small gift
Each piece is completely unique — and yours to take home.
A Thoughtful Gift Experience
A woodturning course also makes a meaningful gift — especially for someone looking to try something new.
Gift vouchers are available, allowing them to choose their own date and enjoy a hands-on creative experience.
Location
Woodturning Courses near Reading, Berkshire
The workshop is based in Berkshire, within easy reach of Reading, Hampshire and Oxfordshire.
With free on-site parking and a peaceful rural setting, it’s a calm and inspiring place to learn.
Unit 6A Amners Farm,
Amners Farm Road
West Berkshire
RG30 3UE
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Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 9.30 – 11.30am 2 – 4.30pm
Visit by appointment only
I also run classes 2 Sundays a month.
By Bus:
Take the 2 or 2a bus from Reading and get off at the Amners Farm Road stop. From the bus stop it is a 5 minute walk to the workshop.
Download the Reading buses app for timetables and ‘live’ bus tracking.
Shop Handmade Collections
Wooden Toys
Traditional handmade wooden toys designed to inspire open-ended play and made to last for generations.
Bowls, Vessels & Vases
Discover one-of-a-kind bowls, vessels, platters, vases and candlesticks, hand turned from sustainably sourced British timber.
Gift Cards
Give the gift of creativity with a Love Heartwood gift card for woodturning courses or handmade wooden gifts.
Handmade in harmony with nature
Imagine a world where every toy, every piece of homeware, is crafted with love and care. That’s the essence of Love Heartwood. Each item I create is a testament to sustainable living, handcrafted from locally sourced, sustainable wood. It’s not just about making beautiful things; it’s about making things that are good for you and for the planet.
Personalise your gift
Want to make your gift truly unique? I offer engraved personalisations that add a delightful, personal touch. Whether it’s a name, a special date, or a heartfelt message, it’ll makes your gift one-of-a-kind.
Commissions and Toy Repair Service
Do you have an idea for a custom wooden creation? Or perhaps a beloved wooden toy that needs a little TLC? I take commissions and run a wooden toy repair service.
