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# Dry stone walling courses

Courses for beginners and improvers looking to extend their knowledge of this traditional craft.

### Dry stone walling courses

Held over a weekend, the course covers the basic skills of dry stone walling.

Included in the course is a section on stone sourcing that includes a guided trail along the Millennium Wall.

**Course Duration:** 2 Days  
**Beginners Course Price:** £150  
**Improvers Course Price:** £175

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##### Cancellation Policy

Circumstances may arise whereby, due to reasons beyond our control, a part or the whole of a course must be postponed or cancelled. Where possible notice will be given. If a course is cancelled you will be offered an alternative date, valid within 12 months. We do not offer refunds to attendees who cancel within 4 weeks of a course date. An administration fee of £25 will be deducted from any refund given.

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#### Dry Stone Walling for Improvers Course Dates - 2026

 7th – 8th November

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