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Welcome to our Cardiff Store
Opening hours
| Monday - Friday | 8am - 5pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 9am - 2pm |
| New Saturday opening hours from 8th February | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Cardiff Carving Club
Join us in store 11am-3pm every Wednesday
Calling all carvers - whether you’re a complete beginner or have been carving for years, our Carving Club will bring together like minded carvers looking to learn, hone and share their carving skills!
Events calendar
Our in-store events are a hub for makers of all skill levels. Designed to help you expand your product knowledge, develop your practical skills and find inspiration from like-minded enthusiasts.
March 2025
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Cardiff Store – Pen Turning Course
Wednesday 26th March
10:00am - 4:00pm
This pen turning course in-store is the perfect introduction to woodturning.
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This pen turning course in-store is the perfect introduction to woodturning.
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.
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Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop: Carve a Love Spoon
Friday 28th March
10:00am - 1:00pm
Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers and learn to carve a love spoon.
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Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers and learn to carve a love spoon.
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.
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Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop: Carve a Love Spoon
Saturday 29th March
10:00am - 1:00pm
Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers and learn to carve a love spoon.
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Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers and learn to carve a love spoon.
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.
April 2025
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Cardiff Store - i2R CNC Discovery Day
Saturday 5th April
10:00am - 1:00pm
Come in store and discover the i2R CNC router.
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Come in store and discover the i2R CNC router.
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.