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Meet the Maker: Knots Wood Design

Join us for live wood turning demonstrations at Sissinghurst Castle Garden. All wood used sustainably sourced from National Trust properties.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Meet Kent-based John and his wife Carol of Knots Wood Design for some live demonstrations of wood turning on the Thursday 17th & Friday 18th April.

The wood is sustainably sourced from local National Trust properties, which has been turned into bespoke products from bowls to vases and coasters, all of which are available in our onsite shop.

Each piece from the collection has been hand crafted to reflect the natural beauty of the wood.

Over two days, join us to learn the process behind the creation of these unique products.

Please note the demonstrations are weather dependent.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Outside the main gift shop.

What to bring and wear

The demonstration is outside so please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

Accessibility

There is step-free access from the car park to the event location.

Other

Please note the demonstrations are weather dependent.

Contact info

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

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