Upholstery courses
We are aware that some of our trade customers run upholstery courses and we are happy to list these here on our website. Do send us any details, dates, accreditations, links etc. and a photograph if you would like to include one. It is, of course, important to note that Glover Bros is purely listing information given to us and that it is up to the individual to ascertain whether or not the course is suitable for their personal requirements. |
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BERKSHIRE
Swan Upholstery Workshop
24 Swan Street
Kingsclere
Berkshire
RG20 5PJ
Tel: +44 (0)7805 071186
swanupholsteryworkshop@gmail.com |
Swan Upholstery Workshop has a range of courses, varying from evening classes, half-day workshops to week-long intensive courses. It also does interest courses, e.g. headboards, ottoman or stool making. |
www.swanupholsteryworkshop.co.uk |
CARMARTHENSHIRE
The Traditional Upholstery Workshop
Porthyrhyd
Carmarthenshire |
See website for details of courses offered. |
www.upholsterycourses.com |
CORNWALL
Tresithick Upholstery Training
The Barn Workshop,
Trevilvas Farm,
Grampound,
Truro, Cornwall
TR2 4DE
Tel: +44 (0)1726 884500 |
We are members of the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers (AMUSF) and the only approved AMUSF training centre in the south west. We deliver Level 2 and Level 3 Craft Certificate courses accredited by the AMUSF which are suitable for those seeking a career change. We also offer 5-day leisure courses suitable for any level of ability from the novice to those with upholstery experience who wish to take on a more ambitious project. Courses run throughout the year - please click on website link for further details. |
www.tresithickrestorations.co.uk |
DEVON
John Cooper
Colyford Memorial Hall
Contact: Anne West
Tel: +44 (0)1297 551375
annewest@lineone.net
Steve Chivers
Newton Abbot
+44 (0)1626 355130
+44 (0)7809 099180
chiverschairs@btinternet.com
WRW Devon
Newton Abbot & Torquay
Basil Sanders
+44 (0)1803 406980 (Newton Abbot)
+44 (0)1803 317188 (Torquay) or
wrwdevon@yahoo.co.uk |
Upholstery classes, all abilities welcome - held on Mondays, daytime, at the Colyford Memorial Hall on the A3052, Lyme Regis to Sidmouth road. Please call Anne, the bookings secretary, for more information.
Private lessons in Newton Abbot on Thursdays & Fridays. Please contact for further details.
Courses cover upholstery, wood repair/polishing & caning. They run in Newton Abbot on Monday afternoons and Thursday mornings from 9 January 2012. Afternoon/evening courses also run in Torquay on Tuesdays.
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DORSET
Strippers and Stuffers Club
Portesham Methodist Hall
Portesham
Nr Dorchester
Dorset
Jan Nightingale
Tel: 01308 456249 after 6.30 pm
except Wednesdays
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Jan, previously an upholsterer and loose cover maker for about 30 years, runs a course in Dorset every Wednesday between 7 - 9 pm. The next course starts on 12 January 2012 and runs for 9 weeks with a half term after the 4th week. The cost is £50. |
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GLOS/WORCS
Jenny Collier
Tel: +44 (0)1242 602283 |
Courses available at South Worcestershire College, Evesham & other venues. Short courses and summer courses also available. Professional lecturer with extensive knowledge, skill and experience |
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HERTFORDSHIRE
Wendy Shorter Interiors Ltd.
St Alban's
Hertfordshire
Tel: +44 (0)1727 824358
wendy@wendyshorterinteriors.co.uk |
Wendy was awarded Outstanding Training Provider of the Year in November 2011 by Proskills. Based near St Albans, we offer AMUSF accredited and leisure courses in upholstery and soft furnishings. |
www.wendyshorterinteriors.co.uk |
LANCASHIRE
R Fraser Upholstery
37 Walker Grove
Heysham
Morecambe
Lancashire
Tel: +44 (0)1524 851905
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Students come to upholstery classes from all over the North West. See website for details. |
www.rfraserupholstery.com |
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Fiona Swan
Titchmarsh
Northamptonshire
Tel: +44 (0)7779 713073 |
Fiona is running soft furnishing workshops from January 2012 in the Pavilion, Titchmarsh, Northamptonshire. If they prove to be successful she hopes to set up others in surrounding villages. Please contact her for more details. |
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SHROPSHIRE
Fiona Hill
enquiries@interiorexperience.co.uk |
see website for details |
www.interiorexperience.co.uk |
SOMERSET
Ball Hill Farm Upholstery
Ball HIll Farm
Rock Hill
Wrantage
Somerset
TA3 6DN
Nicky Gane
Tel: +44 (0)1823 490460
Mobile: 07940 827740
timgane@tiscali.co.uk |
Ball Hill Farm Upholstery offer evening classes, one day or weekend workshops and private tuition. Learn and have fun in a spacious, well-equipped studio, with all essential tools provided, and materials required available to purchase. |
www.ballhillfarm.org |
Camilla Gavin
Somerleaze Farm
Murtry
Frome
BA11 3NR
Tel: 01373 467669
camillagavin@talktalk.net |
Day courses in curtain and blind making. |
www.camillagavin.co.uk |
Sitting Pretty
Coxley
Somerset
Tel: 01749 679533
mmsittingpretty@aol.com |
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Cherry Dobson
Lilac Barn
English Hurdle
Curload
Stoke St Gregory
+44 (0)1823 698707
+44 (0)7836 685195
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see website for details of upholstery and other courses |
www.lilacbarn.co.uk |
WORCESTERSHIRE
Colly Brook Fine Furnishings
Upper Bank
Eastham
Tenbury Wells
WR15 8PA
Pen Harrison
Tel: +44 (0)1584 781255 |
Soft Furnishing Workshops. For details of forthcoming courses, including one at the end of this month: 'Running your own Soft Furnishings Business', please see website. |
www.collybrook.co.uk |
WEST MIDLANDS
Fiona Hill
enquiries@interiorexperience.co.uk
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see website for details |
www.interiorexperience.co.uk |
WORCS/GLOS
Jenny Collier
Tel: +44 (0)1242 602283
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Courses available at South Worcestershire College, Evesham & other venues. Short courses and summer courses also available. Professional lecturer with extensive knowledge, skill and experience |
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SCOTLAND
Walkers Upholstery & Interiors
106 Bonnygate
Cupar
Fife
KY15 4LF
Tel: 01337 810724
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AMU accredited Level 2 & Level 3 upholstery courses. Also private leisure classes: 2, 3 or 5 day courses and night classes on 2 evenings a week. Courses suitable for all levels and abilities. See website for more details. |
www.walkersupholstery.com |
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