Hands on heritage crafts at the Friendly Hound Studio
Friendly Hound, Ford Common, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2QD
Friendly Hound Studio and Accommodation- Rural retreats and engaging workshops in beautiful north Northumberland
The open skies and countryside of rural north Northumberland form a backdrop to this hive of arts and craft. Home to Small Axe Woodcrafts and the Friendly Garden. Jon Purkins and Pippa Willitts have developed the Friendly hound site as a rural retreat creating a haven for wildlife and a space to relax , be inspired, learn and share in tranquil surroundings.
We provide contemporary and creative workshops delivered by professional practitioners. Specialising in heritage wood crafts, herbal crafts and environmental art. Accommodation is available in the Red Lion cottage with yurt and camping options coming very soon.
For the Heritage Open Days we invite you to come and explore the garden with the chance of spotting some wildlife, enjoy the surroundings and engage with some activities
The Friendly hound is well known locally as it used to be a pub serving Ford village and the old mining village at Ford common; prior to this it was a licensed grocers and drapers shop.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000-1600
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1000-1600
Location & directions
Friendly Hound, Ford Common, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2QD
- Contact on day:
- pippa willitts
- Telephone number:
- +447515698036
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Family friendly site, please note there are ponds and uneven surfaces. Please note while the site is all ground level there are some steps for access to the indoor studio.
