In London’s urban landscape, an unexpected revival of traditional craftsmanship is taking root.
London Green Wood, a not-for-profit cooperative, has transformed spaces in Hackney City Farm and Abney Park into tranquil oases of traditional woodworking, where the rhythmic sounds of hand tools provide a refreshing contrast to the city’s constant hustle and bustle.
The cooperative offers beginner classes to help people connect with the locally sourced wood, traditional hand tools and its exclusively outdoor spaces.
London Green Wood’s commitment to using green wood directly from the log, along with its efforts to preserve authentic woodworking traditions in an urban setting to help relax members, has made these age-old skills relevant for modern practitioners.
Watch the video below to hear more about the cooperative and what it means to its members.
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