Woodworking Workshop: Craft Your Own Serving Board

Walk away with a beautiful, functional serving board you made yourself — no experience needed.

Our expert instructors will guide you through the full process step by step, from choosing your timber to applying the final finish. We provide all the materials, tools and guidance, so just bring yourself.

What you'll learn:

• How different woods and grain patterns affect your design choices, and how to pick the right timber for your board

• Marking out and measuring techniques to plan your shape and layout

• Hand tool skills including hand planing to shape and smooth your board

• Power tool confidence using a jigsaw for cutting curves and a bench drill for adding details like hanging holes or finger grips

• Sanding techniques — from rough shaping through to a silky smooth finish using different grits

• Food-safe finishing and oiling to protect your board and bring out the natural beauty of the wood

What you'll get

A beautiful serving board to take home.

Knowledge required

Beginner Friendly!

What to bring

Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.