Training
The following organisations and individuals are currently offering training in a range of leatherworking skills:
Capel Manor
Capel Manor is the only college-based provider of saddlery training in the UK, and is proud to uphold the traditions and standards of the craft. Students undertake a two-year full-time Cordwainers Diploma, comprising of two separate qualifications: the City & Guilds/NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Saddlery and the Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Saddlery. Achievement of both Certificates leads to the award of the Diploma by the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers.
The course introduces learners to traditional craft saddlery and modern factory-based production methods, gradually developing knowledge, skills, confidence and commercial speed over the two years to the level required to compete in the industry. To find out more please visit http://www.capel.ac.uk/saddlery/
The Saddlery Training Centre
The Saddlery Training Centre offers short courses in Saddle, Side Saddle, Bridle, Harness and Collar making for those working in the trade as well as courses to prepare candidates for City & Guilds Saddlery Skill Assessment.
It is also the only centre offering the Government's Modern Apprenticeship Scheme in Saddlery.
The Saddlery Training Centre
3H Stanley Court
Glenmore Business Park
Telford Road
Churchfields
Salisbury
Wilts SP2 7GH
Telephone 01722 341144
Website www.saddlerytraining.co.uk
Leatherwork Courses
An extensive range of short courses including introductory weekends, a summer school and five-day specialist courses. A maximum of 4/5 students for each course ensures close, individual tuition of the best practice and techniques covering design and construction, hand-stitching and decoration. The courses take place in the well- equipped workshop of experienced tutors Valerie Michael and Neil MacGregor.
For the latest, updated details on course dates, availability and prices go to www.leathercourses.co.uk
Alternatively, write for an illustrated leaflet, or email:
MacGregor & Michael
37 Silver Street
Tetbury
Glos.
GL8 8DL
Telephone/fax 01666 502179
Email info@leathercourses.co.uk
This page was last updated on 19 November 2009