Try a Trade: Construction
Event details
- Date
Tuesday 13th January 2026 - Time
4:30pm-6:30pm - Location
The Old Brewery
Book your place today
Booking is essential for all our try-a-trade sessions as we have limited spaces, so make sure you reserve yours today!
Bricklaying Taster Session – Hands-on Experience
Ever wondered what it takes to build with bricks? Join us for this practical taster session, where you'll get hands-on experience with the essential tools and techniques used in bricklaying.
- Learn the basics of bricklaying and essential tools
- Practice laying bricks and applying mortar
- Explore further study and career opportunities in the trade.
Carpentry and Joinery Taster Session – Hands-on Experience
Are you interested in learning the basics of carpentry and joinery? Join us for this practical taster session, where you'll get hands-on experience with essential tools and techniques used in the trade.
- Learn about fundamental carpentry and joinery skills
- Practice using tools and materials
- Gain insight into further study and career opportunities.
Plastering Taster Session – Hands-on Experience
Interested in learning the art of plastering? Join us for this practical taster session, where you'll gain hands-on experience with the essential tools and techniques used in this skilled trade.
- Learn the basics of plastering, including tools and materials
- Practice applying plaster to walls
- Explore further study and career opportunities in plastering.
Health and safety
Please wear clothing that you don't mind getting dirty, and all workshops will require you to bring your own safety boots.