In Store Events

​​Looking for the quickest and easiest way to do loose mortise and tenon joinery? 

The Festool DOMINO is a unique jointing system using rounded loose tenons to join timber, giving very strong, accurate and precise joints.

Combining exceptional versatility with simple handling for maximum precision, the DOMINO has a wide range of adjustment options to make it extremely easy to use. 

The team will explore both models and their uses in detail and answer your questions. Come and find out what the hype is all about, and whether it's the right tool for you.

Join this 2-hour session and get to grips with spoon carving, led by the Exeter woodcarvers. Tickets are £6 for the first session and return for further tuition for free to finish your spoon.​

What's more, you can get your £6 back when you make a purchase of £20 or more in store during your session.

Join our team in store for this guided session in pen turning.

You will be guided step-by-step in the preparation of your pen blank right through to the turning, finishing and assembly of your selected pen, which you get to take home at the end.

You will learn the basic skills required for between centre turning. You will focus on chisel techniques for roughing down and refining your blank, using a range of woodturning tools, making this is the perfect course for anyone wanting to try woodturning for the first time.

All materials and PPE will be supplied.

The course is being offerd at an introductory price £50 (usual price £75).

Please note the following:

• Course attendees should wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
• This course is not suitable for children below the age of 13.
• Children over the age of 13 can take part but should be accompanied by an adult.
• There will be a short break during the course where refreshments will be provided, but please note lunch is not included.
• As organisers, we reserve the right to change the course content, dates and times at our discretion.

For further information on this course email courses@axminstertools.com

More course dates will follow (usual price £75). Please follow our events page to be notified of upcoming date and courses.

Join our team in store for this guided session in pen turning.

You will be guided step-by-step in the preparation of your pen blank right through to the turning, finishing and assembly of your selected pen, which you get to take home at the end.

You will learn the basic skills required for between centre turning. You will focus on chisel techniques for roughing down and refining your blank, using a range of woodturning tools, making this is the perfect course for anyone wanting to try woodturning for the first time.

All materials and PPE will be supplied.

The course is being offerd at an introductory price £50 (usual price £75).

Please note the following:

• Course attendees should wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
• This course is not suitable for children below the age of 13.
• Children over the age of 13 can take part but should be accompanied by an adult.
• There will be a short break during the course where refreshments will be provided, but please note lunch is not included.
• As organisers, we reserve the right to change the course content, dates and times at our discretion.

For further information on this course email courses@axminstertools.com

More course dates will follow (usual price £75). Please follow our events page to be notified of upcoming date and courses.

Join our team in store for this guided session in pen turning.

You will be guided step-by-step in the preparation of your pen blank right through to the turning, finishing and assembly of your selected pen, which you get to take home at the end.

You will learn the basic skills required for between centre turning. You will focus on chisel techniques for roughing down and refining your blank, using a range of woodturning tools, making this is the perfect course for anyone wanting to try woodturning for the first time.

All materials and PPE will be supplied.

The course is being offerd at an introductory price £50 (usual price £75).

Please note the following:

• Course attendees should wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
• This course is not suitable for children below the age of 13.
• Children over the age of 13 can take part but should be accompanied by an adult.
• There will be a short break during the course where refreshments will be provided, but please note lunch is not included.
• As organisers, we reserve the right to change the course content, dates and times at our discretion.

For further information on this course email courses@axminstertools.com

More course dates will follow (usual price £75). Please follow our events page to be notified of upcoming dates and courses.

Join our team in store for this guided session in pen turning.

You will be guided step-by-step in the preparation of your pen blank right through to the turning, finishing and assembly of your selected pen, which you get to take home at the end.

You will learn the basic skills required for between centre turning. You will focus on chisel techniques for roughing down and refining your blank, using a range of woodturning tools, making this is the perfect course for anyone wanting to try woodturning for the first time.

All materials and PPE will be supplied.

The course is being offerd at an introductory price £50 (usual price £75).

Please note the following:

• Course attendees should wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear.
• This course is not suitable for children below the age of 13.
• Children over the age of 13 can take part but should be accompanied by an adult.
• There will be a short break during the course where refreshments will be provided, but please note lunch is not included.
• As organisers, we reserve the right to change the course content, dates and times at our discretion.

For further information on this course email courses@axminstertools.com

More course dates will follow (usual price £75). Please follow our events page to be notified of upcoming date and courses.

The South Wales Woodcarvers will be in store showcasing some of the fantastic pieces they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Love Spoon. Spaces are limited so please book a ticket.

John will be in-store running through how to use the Entropy Epoxy Resin including preparation, mixing and pouring, showing previously finished projects and will be on hand to answer any questions or give advice to beginners who are thinking of using resin in their projects. Don't miss out, come and see how resins can enhance your work! Book your ticket today.

The South Wales Woodcarvers will be in store showcasing some of the fantastic pieces they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Love Spoon. Spaces are limited so please book a ticket.

i2R combine industry-leading technology and superior build quality to provide a compact and cost-effective CNC solution. Join our experts as we showcase the  i2R, along with attachments and tools, and demonstrate the machine's full capabilities and explore the types of projects it can achieve. The demonstration will also cover how to use the software. Don't miss out, book your free place today.

​Come along and join us in store for a coffee and a chat with the Kent Woodcarvers and learn all about carving.

The perfect open session to find out more and see if you would like to join the club.

This talented group are looking forward to meeting you and sharing their woodcarving knowledge.​

Join this 2-hour session and get to grips with spoon carving, led by the Exeter woodcarvers. Tickets are £6 for the first session and return for further tuition for free to finish your spoon.​

Join us in-store for our popular clearance event! Come along to our Axminster Store in Devon, anytime between 9am-2pm and grab yourself a deal.

Includes restocked open box and last chance to buy bargains at heavily reduced prices, including customer returns, samples, ex display and obsolete lines.

All clearance lines must go so don't miss out on this great opportunity to save big and bag a bargain!

Note: All machinery has all been checked through by our servicing engineers.