5-Day Puppet Making Workshop in Devon – July 2025
21st – 25th July 2025 - Limited spaces
Want to create your very own wooden puppet from scratch? Here’s your chance! Join John Roberts, renowned puppet maker, for an exciting 5-day workshop this July where you’ll design, carve, and bring to life your own puppet.
🗓 Dates: 21st – 25th July 2025
📍 Location: Dartington, Totnes, Devon
👨🏫 Tutor: John Roberts of PuppetCraft
💰 Course Fee: £570 (includes materials, tools, and tuition)
What You’ll Do:
Design your own puppet and carve all its parts using traditional and fast carving techniques
Learn safe handling of tools and work with wood to create a fully functioning puppet
Joint and add strings or rods to control your puppet, with guidance from John
Optional: Book an extra week for additional time to refine and paint your puppet!
This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced makers. With just 4 spaces available, John will cater to each participant’s pace and skill level, ensuring you leave with a completed puppet – or at least with all the knowledge to finish it at home!
Key Highlights:
Hands-on carving experience with expert tuition from John
Create a unique, fully functional wooden puppet
Small, intimate group for personalised instruction
Tea & coffee provided throughout the workshop ☕
Peaceful workshop setting under a giant oak tree 🌳
Accommodation & Travel:
Local accommodation available (from £40–£70 per night)
Close to Dartmoor and beaches for sightseeing after your workshop
Accessible by car or train (Totnes station)
Taxi service available from Totnes station (£15, pre-booking recommended)
Limited spots available – book yours now!
Secure your place with a £100 deposit. Email john@puppetcraft.co.uk