Woodwork training offered to volunteer builders

People are being offered the chance to learn traditional woodworking skills in return for helping a community project.

Tree of Life Veganics, based in Selling, Kent, has been given a £7,000 grant from Swale Borough Council.

It plans to use the money to build a pole barn, with construction carried out in a series of workshops.

Anyone who volunteers will be taught carpentry and woodcraft.

The barn will be used for future community events, such as talks and demonstrations.

Tree of Life Veganics produces willows, herbal teas, flowers and fruit drinks, using sustainable methods such as no till farming and combining trees with crops.

Owner Jo Kidd said: "We open our farm to many different people - local school visits, wildlife walks and talks, spiritual and well-being gatherings, agroforestry and other farm tours - and work in a collaborative way in partnership with other local, ethical businesses, growers, bakers, cafes and shops."

Monique Bonney, chair of Swale's regeneration and property committee, said: "We understand the importance of skills development and try to facilitate upskilling as much as possible.

"Learning new things can open up so many doors for people and help them begin a fulfilling career."

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