Business Details
20 Years
experience
Crafting Bespoke Furniture & Woodwork Tuition in Penrith
Established in 2006, Lakeland Cabinetmakers has built a reputation for crafting high-quality bespoke furniture and wooden items using traditional cabinet-making techniques. Our expertise spans creating custom pieces such as jewellery boxes, dining tables, and libraries, alongside offering hands-on woodwork tuition in a fully equipped workshop. With 17 years of experience, we combine artistic freedom with technical precision, serving clients across the UK and internationally. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of local and exotic hardwoods, finished with natural oils and waxes for durability. We also specialise in box-making, chess boards, and backgammon boards, ensuring each piece is unique and handcrafted.Our courses, including 5-day cabinet-making and weekend box-making sessions, provide students with practical skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. Over the years, we have refined our processes to deliver tailored solutions, balancing innovation with time-honoured craftsmanship. Our workshop near Penrith, Cumbria, serves as both a production space and a learning hub, where we continue to share our passion for woodworking. We prioritise client collaboration, ensuring every commission aligns with individual needs and preferences. Our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name in bespoke furniture and woodworking education.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Box Making
Woodwork Courses
Chess Boards
Router Training
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 17 years of expertise in bespoke cabinet-making and woodwork tuition.
- Our pieces are crafted using traditional techniques and durable natural finishes.
- We provide tailored commissions to meet individual client needs and preferences.
- Our small-group courses ensure personalised instruction and hands-on learning.
- We combine artistic freedom with technical precision in every handcrafted item.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We create tailored furniture pieces using traditional cabinet-making techniques. Clients can request custom designs for tables, libraries, and more, with options for local or exotic hardwoods. Each item is finished with natural oils and waxes for longevity, ensuring a unique, durable product that meets specific aesthetic and functional needs.
Box Making
Specialising in handcrafted boxes, we offer bespoke designs for jewellery, commemorative items, or decorative pieces. Clients choose from various woods, joint types, and linings. Our boxes feature brass hinges or hidden pins, combining functionality with artistic detail for a one-of-a-kind creation.
Woodwork Courses
Our courses teach traditional woodworking skills in a supportive environment. Options include 5-day cabinet-making sessions and weekend box-making workshops, accommodating up to four students. Participants learn tool use, joinery techniques, and project completion, with all materials and equipment provided.
Chess Boards
We craft high-quality, solid-wood chess and backgammon boards tailored to client preferences. Options include custom sizes, wood combinations, and leather or suede bases. Each board is polished for a natural gloss, ensuring a durable, unique centrepiece for any room.
Router Training
Our one-day router and Woodrat courses focus on safe, confident tool use. Students learn maintenance, cutter types, and joint-making techniques. Ideal for beginners or those seeking to refine skills, the sessions include hands-on practice with expert guidance in a fully equipped workshop.
Questions
What types of bespoke furniture do you create?
We craft tables, libraries, jewellery boxes, and custom wooden items using traditional techniques and client-selected materials.
Do you offer woodworking courses for beginners?
Yes, our 5-day and weekend courses cater to all skill levels, focusing on tool use and project completion.
Can I commission a custom chess board?
Yes, we create bespoke chess and backgammon boards in any size or wood combination, with optional leather or suede bases.
What areas do you serve?
We work with clients across the UK and internationally, delivering handcrafted furniture worldwide.
Are materials included in course fees?
Yes, all materials, tools, and refreshments are included in our course prices.
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