Beginner Taster Courses

DIARY DATES 2026

Beginners taster courses can be booked through the Craft Courses booking service. DSWA Wales use this to organise attendees and for online payment processing. Gift vouchers are available through the link.

CUSTOM COURSE

If you have a large group of volunteers or want to run a taster course for a group DSWA Wales can provide a bespoke course. DSWA Wales has access to several sites across Wales and are able to provide a unique beginners taster course. If you would like to discuss your requirements then please get in touch with the honorary secretary  secretary@drystonewalling.wales

South Wales Beginner Courses

Courses for 2026

Event Date Location Activity
South Wales beginners’ course 5th September – 6th September Libanus Field boundary wall
South Wales beginners’ course 10th October – 11th October Ewenny Field boundary wall (limestone)

North Wales Beginner Courses

Courses for 2026

Event Date Location Activity
North Wales beginners’ course 20th June – 21st June Pensychnant near Conwy
North Wales beginners’ course 11th July – 12th July Rhyd y Creuau, Betws y Coed
North Wales beginners’ course 25th July – 26th July Nebo Two day dry stone walling course
North Wales beginners’ course 22nd August – 23rd August Rhyd y Creuau, Betws y Coed Two day dry stone walling course
North Wales beginners’ course 29th August – 30th August Nebo Two day dry stone walling course
North Wales beginners’ course 5th September – 6th September Pensychnant near Conwy
North Wales beginners’ course 12th September – 13th September Bethel, Caernarfon Two day clawdd walling course