Toolboxtan at Tŷ’r Philip Evan Farm

Llangattock nr Crickhowell
Traditional woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
Sustainable woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
Sustainable woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
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Traditional woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
Sustainable woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
Sustainable woodworking workshop at ToolBox Tan in Bannau Brycheiniog
Craftsmanship and woodwork training at ToolBox Tan near Crickhowell
Handcrafted off-grid accommodation at Caban Tarren in Bannau Brycheiniog
Handcrafted timber products created at ToolBox Tan in the Brecon Beacons
Caban Tarren woodland retreat near Llangattock in the Brecon Beacons
Handcrafted off-grid accommodation at Caban Tarren in Bannau Brycheiniog
Handcrafted off-grid accommodation at Caban Tarren in Bannau Brycheiniog
Handcrafted timber products created at ToolBox Tan in the Brecon Beacons

Welcome to Toolboxtan at Tŷ’r Philip Evan Farm

Woodworking workshops near Crickhowell

Toolboxtan runs small-group woodworking workshops in a restored farm barn at Ty’r Philip Evan Farm, above Llangattock near Crickhowell. Sessions are led by maker Tanya and range from short practical projects to half-day, full-day and bespoke one-to-one workshops.

Projects may include a serving tray, walking stick, toolbox caddy, chopping board, stool or shave horse, depending on the current programme. Workshops suit different levels of experience, with tools and guidance provided; some sessions can be shared with a partner or booked by a small group.

For an overnight visit, Cabán Tarren can be booked separately. Workshop enquiries and bespoke arrangements are handled directly by Toolboxtan.

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Handcrafted timber products created at ToolBox Tan in the Brecon Beacons

Amenities

  1. Accepts Groups
  1. Adults Only

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