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Orchard Barn – Oak Roof Construction Course
10 May 2021 - 09:30 - 14 May 2021 - 16:00
£625Learn how to construct a clasp purlin roof using traditional methods, tools and trees
Discover and practice traditional carpentry techniques
Gain experience of laying out and cutting a frame from scale plans and drawings
Work with locally sourced green oak timbers
Get involved in the construction of our vernacular style building – the reinstatement of our 1580 Long House
Work in a small group to build a roof frame
Experience our off-grid site (no power tools)
Learn how to use traditional hand tools
Practice a wide range of skills that you will find transfer well into your own projects