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Orchard Barn – Oak Roof Construction Course

10 May 2021 - 09:30 - 14 May 2021 - 16:00

£625

Learn 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

Details

Start:
10 May 2021 - 09:30
End:
14 May 2021 - 16:00
Cost:
£625
Event Category:
Website:
http://orchardbarn.org.uk/roofcourse_1.html

Organiser

Orchard Barn
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Venue

Orchard Barns
Ringshall, IP14 2LY United Kingdom + Google Map

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