Great British Woodshop

01/04/2026

Spring Furniture Making classes at the Great British Woodshop.

In April and May, get hands on and make various items for your home - or as a present for someone else.

10th April - Coffee Table (full day class)
14th April - Fruit Basket/Bowl (afternoon class)
22nd April - Wooden Deckchair (morning class)
24th April & 27th May- Child's Chair or Dining Chair (full day class)
5th May - Ladder Shelf (full day class)
6th May - Bedside/Occasional Table (full day class)
8th May - Stool (morning class)
15th May - Upholstered Footstool (full day class)
26th May - Canvas Deckchairs (morning class)
https://greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk/class-skill/furniture-making/ or email [email protected] for a class list.

20/03/2026

Did you know?
Here at the Great British Woodshop in West Byfleet, David teaches basic electrical skills as well as woodwork.
You can learn how to do basic electrical jobs around your home in two half-day classes - theory in the morning and practical in the afternoon. Interested? Our next classes are in just 6 days time - 26th March!
https://greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk/class-skill/electrical/

18/03/2026

Easter Holiday Junior Classes at the Great British Woodshop, West Byfleet, Surrey

If you are looking for something for your children to do over the Easter Holidays, then how about a woodworking class with David?

Wednesday 1st April am - Parent and Child Make a Moneybox (age 7+)
Wednesday 1st April pm - Junior Make a Stool (age 12+)
Wednesday 8th April am - Junior Woodworking (age 12+)
Wednesday 8th April pm - Junior Make a Stool (age 12+)

These classes are very popular so please book soon to avoid disappointment.
https://greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk/class-skill/seasonal/

11/03/2026

Do you need a gift for Mothers Day or another special occasion and have no idea what to get? What about a gift voucher from the Great British Woodshop in West Byfleet, Surrey?

We have a range of classes to suit everyone:
Upcoming Classes:
* Woodwork (basic to advanced)
* DIY & Home Maintenance
* Upholstery
* Spray Painting
* Upcycling
* Electrical & Plumbing
* Seasonal Projects (e.g., birdhouses, hedgehog homes)
Why Join Us?
* Small class sizes with expert instruction
* All tools and materials provided
* Take home everything you make
Led by craftsman and ex TV presenter David Free
Friendly, relaxed environment for all skill levels.

The Great British Woodshop offers gift vouchers for all our courses.

04/03/2026

Coming up over the next week at the Great British Woodshop, West Byfleet:

Friday 6th March - Hanging a Door (10:00am-1:00pm) and Make an Upcycled Garden Planter (2:00pm- 5:00pm)

Saturday 7th March- DIY Home Maintenance (10:00am -4:30pm)

Tuesday 10th March- Full Day Upholstery (9:30am-5:00pm)

Wednesday 11th March - Make a Stool (10am-1:00pm) and Basic Plumbing (2pm-5pm)

Thursday 12th March - Make a Child's Chair or a Dining Chair (9:30am-5:00pm)

Friday 13th March - DIY and Basic Woodwork (9:30am-5:00pm)

23/09/2025

Great British Woodshop, West Byfleet

Electrical Beginners courses
You may have always thought you would like to know more about the Fuse Box in your house and what it does. Perhaps you’re going to have some work done soon and would like to understand exactly what needs to be done and what you don’t actually need. Or maybe you just think it would be a good thing to have a bit more knowledge about, so you could do some minor work yourself and save a lot of money. If any of these apply to you, why not come and enjoy a half-day introductory class in home electrical.

These classes are £60 for a 3-hour class - part 1 is more theoretical and part 2 is more practical.

Find out more here: https://greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk/class-skill/electrical/

For our other classes, see www.greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk

18/07/2025

New furniture project! A great little rustic bedside/side table.
Contact [email protected] for class details.

18/07/2025

David has been very busy at the Woodshop, using his DIY and carpentry skills to build a lunch and tea room with toilet for the convenience of all our lovely students. We look forward to showing you the new build!

07/07/2025

Get Hands-On This July at The Great British Woodshop

Looking to build your DIY skills, master power tools, or tackle home projects with confidence? Join us for a series of fun, practical, and expert-led classes designed for all skill levels.

Upcoming Classes:
8 July
Wall Fixings & Fitting a Shelf | 10am–1pm | 5 places
Tiling | 2pm–4pm | 6 places

9 July
Make a Stool | 10am–1pm | 3 places
Plumbing Basics | 2pm–5pm | 2 places

10 July
Essential Power Tools | 9:30am–12:30pm | 5 places
Make a Deck | 2pm–5pm | 5 places

11 July
Router Day Class | 9:30am–5pm | 3 places

12 July
DIY Home Maintenance | 10am–4:30pm | 2 places

15 July
Woodworking Joints | 10am–4pm | 4 places

Why Join?

* Learn from experienced instructors
* Gain practical, hands-on experience
* Take home your own creations
* Meet like-minded DIY enthusiasts

📍 Location: www.greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk
📅 Limited spaces available – book now!

06/06/2025

Discover Your Inner Maker at The Great British Woodshop
Location: West Byfleet, Surrey

Fancy learning a new skill? Or looking for a great gift for Father's Day? We have a wide variety of Woodwork and DIY classes to choose from. Gift vouchers are available on our website.

Upcoming Classes:

* Woodwork (basic to advanced)
* DIY & Home Maintenance
* Upholstery
* Spray Painting
* Upcycling
* Electrical & Plumbing
* Seasonal Projects (e.g., birdhouses, hedgehog homes)

Why Join Us?
* Small class sizes with expert instruction
* All tools and materials provided
* Take home everything you make

Led by craftsman and ex TV presenter David Free
Friendly, relaxed environment for all skill levels

Find out more here

The Great British Woodshop offers gift vouchers for all our courses.

09/05/2025

It's amazing what some new upholstery will do - this old chest is now revitalised.

09/05/2025

Get Hands-On This May at The Great British Woodshop

Looking to learn a new skill, start a project, or just enjoy working with your hands? We’ve got a great lineup of classes coming up – and spaces are going fast. Join expert craftsman David Free at our fully equipped West Byfleet workshop and leave with something amazing you built yourself.

Upcoming Classes – Limited Places Available

Friday 9 May – Make an Upholstered Footstool
Only 3 places left. Learn the fundamentals of upholstery and craft a stylish, comfortable footstool to take home. Ideal for beginners.

Tuesday 13 May – Make a Canvas Deckchair
4 places left. Build your own foldable deckchair – perfect for relaxing in the garden this summer.

Tuesday 13 May – Tiling Basics
6 places left. Learn how to tile like a professional. Great for tackling your own kitchen or bathroom projects.

Thursday 15 May – Router Skills Workshop
Just 2 places left. Gain confidence using one of woodworking’s most versatile tools and add professional finishes to your projects.

Tuesday 20 May – Woodworking Joints
4 places left. Learn essential traditional and modern joint techniques to strengthen and elevate your woodworking.

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to level up your DIY, there's a class for you.

Location: The Great British Woodshop, West Byfleet, Surrey
Instructor: David Free – TV presenter and master craftsman
Tools and materials included – just bring your enthusiasm

Book your place now before they fill up:
www.greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk