A look at the variety of dry stonework that can be found across the UK with particular reference to North Welsh examples. From Random to coursed, holey and single. Herringbone or vertical, cloddiau, flags and crawiau. Sheepfolds, bridges and barns. Consumption walls, and slate quarries. You name it if its built without mortar this talk looks at it.
Views: 148 | Enquiries: 0Professional dry stone waller and author. Dry Stone Walling Association (DSWA) Master Craftsman certificate holder, winner of over 30 walling competitions around UK, twice runner up in UK championships. Co author of TCVs "Dry Stone walling" widely regarded as leading instruction manual on the craft, and booklets "Stonework" (a how not to guide), and "Clawdd Construction" the only known instruction manual on building Welsh stone faced Banks. Contributing editor "Stonechat" including renowned "Masterclass" series of articles on technical aspects of the craft. Has spoken to groups and societies across UK and at various conferences/symposia in USA, Canada, Eire. Spoke at the 2024 Jeju Peace forum in South Korea. Awarded British Empire Medal in 2024 for services to dry stone walling.
Can talk on all aspects of the craft. Given sufficient notice I am happy to develop a talk to suit the interest of any group. Off the peg presentations which can be given (or provide interested groups with inspiration for a new topic) at short notice can be seen below. I do not charge for speaking, expenses/accommodation on away trips is appreciated. Donations to Wales Branch of DSWA also appreciated.
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