Construction and The Built Environment

Entry Level - Introduction to Basic Woodworking - Bird Table and Garden Bench Making

  • Academic Year: 24/25
  • Adult
  • Crewe Campus
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The Course

This practical course offers students an introduction to basic woodworking skills, focusing on simple projects such as creating a bird table and a garden bench. It is ideal for those with little or no experience who would like to build confidence using hand tools and working with wood. Students will learn about the safe use of tools, measuring and marking materials, and assembling simple wooden structures. The course will help develop skills in following plans, working accurately, and producing finished pieces suitable for home or garden use. Delivered in a supportive workshop environment, this course provides an excellent introduction for students interested in DIY, woodworking, or progressing to further study in a related trade.

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There are no formal entry requirements for this course. This course is suitable for students aged 19+.
You can progress onto a Level 2 course in a related trade area such as Carpentry and Joinery.
£

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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Crewe Campus
Starts : June 19th, 2025
2 Weeks

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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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