Hannaby

Paul Hannaby Woodturning offers woodturning tuition, demonstrations and practical resources for people interested in the craft. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, Paul provides sessions for all abilities, from complete beginners to advanced turners. Options include half-day taster sessions, beginner spindle or bowl turning, two-day spindle and bowl courses, one-to-one workshops, refresher sessions and sharpening workshops. Evening tuition and day workshops can be arranged, with content adapted to suit each student. Course vouchers are also available as gifts.

Paul has delivered demonstrations at clubs, trade events and seminars in the UK and overseas since 2003. Demonstrations and talks can be tailored to different subjects and audiences. The website also features a gallery of Paul’s creative work, alongside articles and tutorials covering projects such as bowls and goblets, lathe speed, tool use, safety and vacuum chuck systems. These resources are intended for woodturners and anyone curious about the craft, and draw on Paul’s experience and approach.