The First Straw Course

An essential preparation course for strawbale design whether you’re a self builder or an architect/designer. On this course you will:

Understand why it’s important to begin with the bale not the design
Technical Details
Learn how to identify good bales for building, where to find them and how to work with them.
Learn how to draw up bale plans and designs.
Learn the effect of customising and dressing bales
Understand the implications of post location for framework buildings
Hear about the fascinating development of strawbale building.

All courses begin at 10 am and end at 4 pm. Please bring your own lunch. Tea & coffee provided. A pen and notebook will be useful.