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Built on a shared passion for great craftsmanship

Woodwork sits at the heart of our story and we continually strive to support the creative community by providing honest advice, project inspiration and trusted tools.

Whatever your woodworking passion, your local Axminster Tools store gives you access to inspirational makers, traditional and trusted tools, and friendly, knowledgeable advice from our experts.

So come and discover the complete Axminster Tools experience.

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Live Workshop

Practical solutions by passionate advisors

Create with confidence

Get hands-on in our Live Workshops and talk tools, projects and everything woodwork with our friendly, knowledgeable team.

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Uniting creativity through sharing

Surround yourself with like-minded makers and join our product demonstrations or project based events.

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Planks and blanks. Plus tool sharpening - only in store

Timber supplies and tool sharpening

The best finish starts with quality material and sharp tools!

Choose from a wide selection of high-grade wood planks and blanks and get your tools sharpened to as good as new condition!

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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!

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We're doing everything we can to reduce our carbon footprint and aim to reuse, recycle or upcycle as much as we can.

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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.

December 2023

Saturday 9th December
10:00am - 2:00pm

Cardiff Store-Timberkits Creative Christmas

Here's your chance to get hands on, building and decorating your own Timberkits kit.

Join us in store this December and discover Timberkits latest Christmas additions, including Rudulph, Santa, Robin and Snowy!

Timberkits mechanical model making kits feature wooden parts and mechanisms to bring to life charming scenes, vehicles and characters, all crafted from sustainable forestry. With everything you need all in the box, you can watch your models come to life. Be warned, once you've done one, you'll want to build them all!

Join us in-store for this fun, festive, family friendly event!

Friday 15th December
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store- Woodcarving Workshop

Woodcarving Workshop

Come along and take a seat and join in with the South Wales Woodcarvers, They will be at store for the weekend showcasing some of their fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Also if you're wanting to make your first Love spoon then please come along and get hands on.

To take part you must book a ticket or to just sit and watch then just pop along!

Saturday 16th December
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store- Woodcarving Workshop

Woodcarving Workshop

Come along and take a seat and join in with the South Wales Woodcarvers, They will be at store for the weekend showcasing some of their fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Also if you're wanting to make your first Love spoon then please come along and get hands on.

To take part you must book a ticket or to just sit and watch then just pop along!

January 2024

Saturday 6th January
10:00am - 12:00pm

Cardiff Store- Tool Revival: Sharpening and Tool Maintenance Clinic

Is your favourite hand plane no longer making clean shavings, or is your lathe bed looking rusty after a cold December?

Woodworking tools and machines are a valuable investment, so proper maintenance is key to keeping them performing at their best. Join us in-store where you will learn the skills to be able to sharpen and maintain your tools, ensuring they are kept in tip-top shape.

We will be covering rust removal, how to effectively clean your tools and how to sharpen and hone your planes and chisels.

Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or a weekend warrior, this clinic will give you the knowledge and skills to maintain your tools for years to come. Book your place today!

Saturday 6th January
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Tool Revival: Sharpening and Tool Maintenance Clinic

Is your favourite hand plane no longer making clean shavings, or is your lathe bed looking rusty after a cold December?

Woodworking tools and machines are a valuable investment, so proper maintenance is key to keeping them performing at their best. Join us in-store where you will learn the skills to be able to sharpen and maintain your tools, ensuring they are kept in tip-top shape.

We will be covering rust removal, how to effectively clean your tools and how to sharpen and hone your planes and chisels.

Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or a weekend warrior, this clinic will give you the knowledge and skills to maintain your tools for years to come. Book your place today!

Saturday 13th January
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store-Burning for Beginners: Pyrography Workshop

Pyrography is the art of creating intricate artworks by burning them onto wood and this workshop is the perfect place to learn the basics.

Join us in-store, as Vicci demonstrates everything you need to know to get started in this rewarding and enjoyable hobby, from setting out your designs to choosing different tips. This is an interactive workshop so spaces are limited. Book your ticket today to ensure you don't miss out!

Saturday 13th January
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store-Burning for Beginners: Pyrography Workshop

Pyrography is the art of creating intricate artworks by burning them onto wood and this workshop is the perfect place to learn the basics.

Join us in-store, as Vicci demonstrates everything you need to know to get started in this rewarding and enjoyable hobby, from setting out your designs to choosing different tips. This is an interactive workshop so spaces are limited. Book your ticket today to ensure you don't miss out!

Saturday 20th January
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store- Routing 101: "Woodworking's most versatile power tool"

Are you intrigued by the endless possibilities of woodworking routers, but don't know where to start?

Join us in-store as we give you an overview of 'woodworking's most versatile power tool', the Router!

Perfect for beginners, this event will introduce you to the basics of routers and the many different ways they can be used. The demonstration will cover the different types of routers and cutters, how to use them safely and the wide world of jigs, templates and tables.

This beginner-friendly event is open to all skills levels, so is the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you may have. Don't miss out, book your place today!

Friday 26th January
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Saturday 27th January
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

February 2024

Friday 16th February
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Friday 16th February
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Saturday 17th February
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Saturday 17th February
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Friday 23rd February
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Saturday 24th February
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

March 2024

Saturday 30th March
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

April 2024

Friday 26th April
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Saturday 27th April
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

May 2024

Friday 24th May
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Saturday 25th May
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Friday 31st May
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Friday 31st May
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

June 2024

Saturday 1st June
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Saturday 1st June
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Friday 28th June
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

Saturday 29th June
10:00am - 3:00pm

Cardiff Store - Woodcarving Workshop - Carve a Lovespoon

Come along and take a seat with the South Wales Woodcarvers!

They will be in-store for the weekend showcasing some of the fantastic pieces that they have made over the years. Plus, they will guide you through the process of carving your first Lovespoon!

To take part, please book your ticket as spaces are limited. If you would just like to watch, then just pop along!

August 2024

Friday 2nd August
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Friday 2nd August
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Saturday 3rd August
9:30am - 12:30pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

Saturday 3rd August
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Cardiff Store- Kids Creative workshop - Scrap Wood Robots

These workshops are suitable for ages 8 years and over.

Join us in-store with @makeit_soph with @nextgenmaking and get involved in junk building workshops, where young makers can use their imaginations to make wonderful creations from scrap materials. Whether it’s a spaceship, a robot or their own unique ideas, this is where it can be brought to life! Don't miss out, book your place today! *Please only book the children on the event that will be participating to make sure others don't miss out on the chance to get involved. All children need to be supervised by a parent or guardian for the whole duration of the session.

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