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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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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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Surround yourself with like-minded makers and join our product demonstrations or project based events.
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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!
Turning Tuesday's
Every Tuesday (10am - 1pm)
Everyone welcome, from beginners to experienced turners, come along and join in!
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Find out moreEvents 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.
May 2024
Newcastle Store- Open Box, Clearance Event
Come along to our Axminster Tools Newcastle Store anytime between 9am-5pm and grab yourself a deal.
Includes restocked open box and last chance to buy bargains at heavily reduced prices, including customer returns, samples and obsolete lines. All clearance lines must go so don't miss out on this great opportunity to save big and bag a bargain!
Newcastle Store- Open Box, Clearance Event
Come along to our Axminster Tools Newcastle Store anytime between 9am-5pm and grab yourself a deal.
Includes restocked open box and last chance to buy bargains at heavily reduced prices, including customer returns, samples and obsolete lines. All clearance lines must go so don't miss out on this great opportunity to save big and bag a bargain!
Newcastle Store- Planer Thicknesser Demo
Join us in-store to see our range of Planer Thicknessers!
From 10am - 2pm, pop in anytime to experience the quality of our equipment first hand and how these thicknessers can enhance your work. Don't miss out!
June 2024
Newcastle Store- Veritas Honing Guide Sharpening Session
Join us in-store to talk all things sharpening!
In this drop-in session, we will be guiding you through how to get the best out of your equipment with the Veritas Honing Guide. Got your own chisel that you'd like to sharpen? Bring it along to the session to get hands on with the sharpening system and learn about how to get your tools in tip top condition. Let us know you're coming and book today! Please note, this is a drop in session. Feel free to pop in anytime between 10am - 2pm.
Newcastle Store- Trend CNC Smartbench Precision Pro Roadshow
The world's only truly portable 8' x 4' CNC router.
The world's only truly portable 8' x 4' CNC router. Join us in-store where demonstrators from Trend Tool Technology will be showing the versatility of the CNC Smartbench and how quick and simple it is to set up and learn. This innovative machine is perfect for making highly accurate, repetitive cuts and works effortlessly with various materials; from timber & plastics, to metals, this machine does it all. It is ideal for CNC routing for both the workshop or on site, as it is easy to transport and quick to set up. Plus, it's operation is simply excellent; with its intuitive touch screen, you can receive information via Wi-Fi or USB to make control and processing effortless. From sign writing to making mouldings, from joinery components to scenery construction, camper van construction to boatbuilding, discover just how versatile the CNC Smartbench really is! Learn about the accuracy of this revolutionary design and how much of a positive impact it can have on your business or hobby. Let us know you're coming by booking your ticket today, or simply pop in anytime between 9:30-4pm!
July 2024
Newcastle Store- Dust Extraction Clinic
Join us in-store as we discuss all things dust extraction.
We will be chatting about the importance of dust extraction, how to set up your workshop and connect your tools to the systems. We have a selection of free standing and portable extractors available, to suit a wide range of workshops/spaces. Let us know you're coming and book your ticket today!