James Mursell runs The Windsor Workshop from his farm in West Sussex, offering courses, specialist tools and Windsor chairs made to order.
Chair making Courses
Chair making courses are run throughout the year. Over five days students convert wood from a freshly felled tree into an elegant chair. Windsor chairmaking is a very accessible branch of woodworking , and no previous experience is necessary in order to successfully complete a course and make a fine piece of furniture; yet even the most experienced woodworker will be challenged! Read testimonials from past students
If one has limited, or no, woodworking expertise then one can become proficient in making Windsor chairs much more quickly than for example cabinet making. This makes courses at The Windsor Workshop very popular with those that have always wanted to be woodworkers but have never previously had sufficient time, such as the recently retired.
Tools
Travishers, spokeshaves and other chair making tools are available from The Windsor Workshop. These tools were designed by James Mursell and are made in the workshop to the highest possible standard. You can be certain that these tools will work well as they are used by students on all courses and by James when making his chairs for sale. The spokeshaves, travishers and kits have a worldwide following from discerning chair and furniture makers.
These tools are also available as high quality kits made to the same high standards as the complete tools. This allows the purchaser to save money and have the pleasure of creating their own tool. The kits give the opportunity to make tools to your own design, particularly with the spokeshaves.
Chairs Made to Order
James also makes chairs for sale. Each chair is made to order, using the the finest locally grown hardwoods. A wide range of chairs is available, but do not hesitate to get in touch about special requirements.
