Stone carving courses and stone masonry courses taught by Sam Fridlington, a professionally qualified former Lincoln Cathedral Stonemason with 19 years of experience, a member of The Guild Of Master Craftsmen, and holder of a distinction in Advanced City & Guilds Stone Masonry, the highest possible designation obtainable.
The stone carving courses and stonemasonry courses are held at Cold Hanworth Forge & School Of Blacksmithing near Welton in Lincolnshire. A map showing the location of the Forge can be found here.
The stone carving courses follow various themes with each one designed to explore a specific area of working in stone. All of the courses follow a hands-on practical approach as there is no better way to learn how to carve and sculpt stone.
Tools and equipment are provided for use during the courses and good quality stone suitable for carving is included as part of the price. Excellent quality chisels are also available for purchase during the courses from a leading UK supplier to the masonry trade.
The price of the stone masonry courses also includes a complete set of quality masonry tools by G. Gibson for you to keep.
Under the professional guidance of Sam, students of all abilities will be able to produce gallery-quality stone artifacts to be proud of, and gain a valuable grounding in the processes of working dimensional stonework.
Student Feedback
Thank you Sam for helping me to achieve something I have wanted to do for a very long time. Having not done any stone carving before I was a bit unsure about what I could do in two and a half days but because of your excellent guidance I achieved much more than I imagined possible. I was really impressed with the way you gave me enough space whilst at the same time there was always support when needed. Really pleased with the piece I made, would recommend this course to anyone who wanted to have a go with stone.
Many thanks again, am sure will be in touch again
Matt Davidson
Please refer to the testimonials page to read more feedback sent from my previous students.
