Woodwork for Beginners

Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:30 pm UTC+01:00

Heathlands Industrial Estate (What3words ///images.something.special), CA6 4RP Carlisle, United Kingdom | Carlisle

The Rebuild Site CIC
Publisher/HostThe Rebuild Site CIC
Woodwork for Beginners
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Build a Planter from Reclaimed Pallet Wood
This hands-on workshop with Dan is a practical introduction to building with reclaimed timber. Over two and a half hours, you’ll work in a small group to transform pallet wood into a simple, sturdy planter that you can take home.
Dan will guide you through each step of the process, from preparing reclaimed timber to measuring, cutting and assembling your planter. The focus is on working safely with tools, understanding the basics of construction, and building confidence through doing.
This session is ideal if you’re new to DIY or interested in reuse, and want a friendly, supportive space to learn practical skills while creating something useful.
There are two workshops running this day. Morning session from 10-12.30 and afternoon session from 1-3.30.
What you’ll learn
How to safely prepare and work with reclaimed pallet wood
Measuring, marking and cutting timber accurately
Basic assembly techniques using screws and fixings
How to build a simple, functional planter for outdoor use
Tips for continuing DIY and reuse projects at home
Who it’s for
Beginners and first-time DIYers
People interested in reuse and practical skills
Anyone wanting to build something useful from reclaimed materials
No prior experience needed
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Event Venue

Heathlands Industrial Estate (What3words ///images.something.special), CA6 4RP Carlisle, United Kingdom, Harker Garden Buildings, Harker Industrial Estate, Carlisle, CA6 4DN, United Kingdom

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