Make your own pole lathe or shave horse
Join the Somerset Bodgers to make your own pole lathe or shave horse
- Booking not needed
Construct your chosen item from pre prepared hardwood timber from the Tyntesfield estate.
Your item will be based on tried and tested designs as used by the Somerset Bodgers and will be fully functional but also able to be taken apart and reassembled for transport.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Shave horse | £250.00 |
| Adult Pole lathe | £375.00 |
The basics
- Suitability
Over 16s only
- Meeting point
Head to the Welcome Building to sign in.
- What to bring and wear
Somerset Bodgers workshops take place outdoors, so please wear suitable clothing for the weather on the day.
- Other
When you have decided which course you want to do email somersetbodgers@icloud.com They will get back to you with bank details. You then make a payment and confirm. They will then send you a printable certificate. A reminder is sent out to participants about a week before the event with joining instructions. Timber for all courses is largely sourced from the Tyntesfield Estate and Leigh Woods.
Upcoming events
William Gibbs: Saint or Sinner?
Join us on weekdays in November for a special tour of the Tyntesfield Chapel
Tyntesfield Wassail 2025
Come celebrate the new year with us with our annual wassail, including dancing, singing and a blessing of the apple orchard
Sensory walks: tailored tours for blind and partially sighted visitors
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Estate Guides for a gentle walk around Tyntesfield estate.
Building Blocks at Tyntesfield 2025
Come help us build a beautiful block garden this February half term