Make space for something real.
A meaningful gift for anyone drawn to making.
Welcome.
We teach Fine Furniture Making in our workshop in Scotney Castle, Kent. Our full-time and short courses are City & Guilds accredited.
Whether starting fresh, deepening a passion, or pursuing a new path, we equip you with skills for your creative journey. Our graduates are Designer-Makers working in their own workshops or with renowned studios.
One Year Furniture Making Course
The full-time programme is our flagship course for everyone, regardless of previous experience. From career transitioners to college graduates, from retired hobbyists to those seeking to discover a new passion. This course takes you on a journey to become a fine furniture maker.
Short Woodworking Courses
The school is a small, specialised teaching workshop led by Peter Quin, a Master Furniture Maker with over 30 years of teaching experience. Alongside his team of expert tutors, he shares the craft with students from all walks of life.
Our Story
Get in touch.
We’d love to hear from you, where you are in your life at the moment and what is drawing you to furniture-making.
Being a small school, our tutors are always teaching. If you’re thinking of applying for our full-time course, we can arrange a school tour with our Principal Peter. He will show you our workshops and students’ projects. You’ll get to meet some tutors and chat to students.