12 Months
You will find a warm welcome at the workshop, situated on a beautiful farm away from the hustle and bustle of digital life.
It’s just a few minutes from the market town of Farnham in the rolling Surrey hills. Farnham is famous for its Georgian streets, historic buildings and craft heritage.
It’s the first town in England to have been awarded prestigious ‘World Craft City’ status, making it the perfect place to further your own craft.
Our ethos is learning by making, your course will be hands-on from the get-go using our high quality tools.
Master craftsman and craftswomen, selected not only for their skill but also their ability to teach, will freely share their incredible knowledge and experience with a relaxed approach, infectious enthusiasm and friendly humour.
You will learn the processes and techniques through carefully explained practical demonstrations that will go through the how and the why. You’ll then have a go yourself, achieving levels of refinement you would never have thought you were capable of.
We have a high ratio of teachers to students to ensure you receive individual attention, are able to raise questions and get tailored feedback on what you are doing. Whether you know a lot or nothing at all, you will never feel held back or left behind.
Be prepared to learn a lot, and laugh whilst doing it.
You will leave the course with an amazing sense of achievement, full of enthusiasm to use what you’ve learnt.
The traditional and contemporary techniques and processes you will have practised will instil you with the confidence to push ahead with your own projects.
We’re always there for follow-up questions should you need us.
Richard Hales2024-01-25I recently attended the fundamentals weekend at Aidan McEvoy Fine Furniture. I have zero experience with creating anything out of wood and so entered the workshop with a certain amount of trepidation. Upon arrival I met with Aidan and Jarrad and soon realised that all was well in the world. Jarrad ran the course over the 2 days and his knowledge and passion for his craft was inspiring. I never felt rushed or pressured, only encouraged and supported to create something to my own ability with the guidance of a master craftsman. Just don't mention Ikea!
Phil Brownjohn2024-01-16I have just spent a most enjoyable, productive weekend on one of Aidan’s Fundamentals 1 course, with Jarrad as course tutor. These two days have given me a new perspective on the standards and techniques applied by professional furniture makers but relevant to me as someone with only basic knowledge. Jarrad was the perfect tutor, conveying information clearly, precisely and it has to be said, with great humour throughout. It has moved my woodworking on to another level, now gearing up for Fundamentals 2 course! Great course, great tutor, highly recommended.
Rob OConnor2023-11-13I spent the weekend on the fundamentals part one course. I was blown away with how much knowledge and passion for woodworking Jarrad has, and how great he is at explaining it as a teacher. I've learned so many new skills and gained a ton of confidence with hand tools. Only negative is every muscle is aching and I feel like I've been beaten up! Hoping to come back for round two- I mean part two soon.
Jonathan Richards2023-04-05I went on the Fundamentals 1 course which was a great introduction to some of the basic skills in cabinet making. Jarrad ran the course I attended and he worked hard to make the workshop a very welcoming place. He clearly talked us through every step and was always on hand to help. Aidan dropped in occasionally and was always ready to offer encouragement. Its a 'hands on' course and each attendee had access to good quality, well maintained tools. Highly recommended.
Simon Stow2023-01-10I recently took part in a 2 day course with AM Fine Furniture called "The Fundamentals of Furniture Making Part 1". I was taught by Jarrad, and it really was a fantastic experience and introduction to woodworking. Both Jarrad and Aidan were full of knowledge and advice. The information about tooling and sourcing wood has been very useful in planning my next projects and how I would like to move forward in woodworking. I would not hesitate to recommend these guys, and I am looking forward to the next course I can do with them.
G Will2022-08-23I recently completed the 'Fundamentals Part 1' course with Aidan as the instructor. It's a 2 day course and has really given me new confidence to try new projects. Aidan is a true master of his craft and his portfolio speaks for itself. You'll learn so much under his tutelage. The atmosphere is relaxed but well structured and you'll learn so much in such a short space of time and have a giggle too. You leave the course with an increased knowledge in so many areas. I cant recommend this course enough for anyone wishing to get involved with wood work.
iurie galateanu2022-06-12Amazing, professional, I have learned so many things in a very short period of time. Can’t wait to start next step. Thank you guys. Respect.
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