Business Details
Bespoke Furniture & Woodwork Courses in Penrith
Established in 2006, Lakeland Cabinetmakers has built a reputation for crafting high-quality bespoke furniture using traditional cabinet-making techniques. Our expertise spans creating custom pieces such as jewellery boxes, dining tables, and libraries, alongside delivering hands-on woodwork courses. With 17 years of experience in furniture production and 18 years teaching woodworking, we combine craftsmanship with education, serving clients across the UK and internationally.Our workshop near Penrith, Cumbria, offers weekend box-making courses limited to four participants, ensuring personalized instruction. All creations are finished with natural oils and waxes to ensure longevity, reflecting our commitment to timeless design and practical skill-sharing.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Box Making Courses
Cabinet Making Courses
Chess Boards
Backgammon Boards
Highlights and features
- 17 years of experience in bespoke furniture craftsmanship
- Small-group courses ensuring personalized tuition
- Traditional hand-finishing techniques for durable products
- International reach with UK-based production
- Custom designs tailored to individual client needs
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Handcrafted furniture tailored to client specifications, using traditional cabinet-making methods. Specialising in tables, libraries, and decorative boxes. Materials include local and exotic hardwoods, finished with natural oils and waxes for longevity. Ideal for those seeking unique, durable pieces.
Box Making Courses
Weekend courses teaching box-making techniques with dovetail or mitred joints. Limited to four participants for personalized instruction. Includes materials, tools, and options for customisation. Designed for beginners and enthusiasts to develop practical skills in a fully equipped workshop.
Cabinet Making Courses
Five-day courses covering hand and power tool use, project assembly, and finishing techniques. Projects include stools and tables, focusing on joinery skills. Provides foundational knowledge for home woodworking. Includes tool kits, safety equipment, and a relaxed learning environment for all skill levels.
Chess Boards
Handmade solid wood chess boards available in custom sizes and wood combinations. Features leather or suede bases, folding options, and natural gloss finishes. Designed for durability and aesthetic appeal, catering to collectors and enthusiasts seeking unique, high-quality gaming surfaces.
Backgammon Boards
Tailored backgammon boards crafted from solid woods with bespoke design elements. Offers matching aesthetics to chess boards or individual preferences. Finished with protective oils for long-term use. Combines traditional craftsmanship with functional artistry for discerning clients.
Questions
Do you offer bespoke design options for furniture?
Yes, we create fully custom pieces tailored to your specifications, including materials, dimensions, and design details.
What woodworking courses are available?
We offer weekend box-making courses and five-day cabinet-making courses, both limited to four participants for personalized tuition.
Can I learn to use specific tools during courses?
Yes, courses cover router safety, woodrat setup, and hand/power tool techniques with expert guidance in a fully equipped workshop.
Are materials included in course fees?
Yes, all materials, tools, and safety equipment are provided. Course fees also include refreshments during sessions.
Do you ship furniture internationally?
Yes, we have experience delivering bespoke pieces to clients worldwide, ensuring secure packaging and handling.
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