INTRODUCTION TO TRADITIONAL CHARCOAL MAKING & WOODLAND CRAFTS, WICKLOW

Crann - Trees for Ireland

Join us for an immersive weekend retreat learning traditional crafts, led by master woodwright Eoin Donnelly. Aughrim, Wicklow 4-6 July 2025

TOMCOYLE WOODS

The course will take place in Tomcoyle Woods, an ancient oak and hazel woodland in County Wicklow. The retreat will offer hands-on practical workshops, insightful talks, wild and homegrown meals and the opportunity to explore and unwind in an ancient oak and hazel woodland. Each participant will take home their own bag of charcoal and the items they have crafted over the weekend. The weekend promises a unique blend of learning, crafting and relaxation.This course is offered to anyone interested in learning about traditional woodland skills and anyone who just wants to spend a day working with like-minded people in a beautiful ancient Irish woodland.You will be camping in the woodland near the kiln. Bring camping gear such as a tent, sleeping bag, camping chair, flashlight and personal items etc. Bring weather appropriate and comfortable clothing as well as work gloves. As much as we love dogs this course is not suitable for them. Please specify any dietary requirements to the email address specified below. The course is limited to eight participants.This event is part of Crann’s ongoing focus on promoting woodland culture and heritage, offering an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Ireland’s native woodlands and traditional craft skills. This course is a unique chance to engage with nature and Ireland’s woodland traditions.Please direct any queries to Crann - Trees for Ireland Email: <a href="mailto:info@crann.ie" title="mailto:info@crann.ie" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">info@crann.ie</a>

Agenda

Fri 4 JUL 2025
●	4PM – Arrival & Camp Setup, explore surroundings
●	6PM – Welcome Dinner, a feast of wild & homegrown food, Overview
●	8PM – Campfire Gathering, storytelling & intro to charcoal making.
●	9:30PM – Free Time, relax by the campfire
Sat 5 JUL 2025
●	7:30AM – Morning Wake-Up & Preparation
●	8AM – Hearty breakfast
●	9AM – Introduction Talk & safety briefing
●	10AM – Loading the Charcoal Kiln with expert, demo
●	12:30PM – Lunch
●	1:30PM – Free Time/guided Nature Walk
●	2PM – Traditional Horse Logging Demo
●	4PM – Craft Workshops, materials & tools provided
●	6PM – Dinner - Wild venison
●	8PM – Activities, campfire storytelling, Stargazing, optional night-time nature walk
●	10PM – Free Time, relax by the campfire
Sun 6 JUL 2025
●	7:30AM – Morning Wake-Up & Prep
●	8AM – Breakfast
●	9AM – Unloading the Kiln & Bagging Charcoal
●	11AM – Free Time/Optional foraging walk/trad skills demo
●	12PM – Farewell Lunch, reflect & share experiences
●	1:30 PM – Pack Up, goodbye to new friends

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