Historic Trade: Joiner

Monday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday

Closed
Saturday

Closed
Sunday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Joiners were woodworkers who produced the finish work for buildings including doors, windows, shutters, fireplace surrounds, and built-in cupboards. Watch our experts use saws, planes, hammers, and other tools to fashion wood into the pieces of a future building.

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Working Wood In The 18th Century

Working Wood In The 18th Century

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DIY-ers & Makers Itinerary

See the time before power tools and meet our world-class artisans in the Historic Trades. Must see for DIY and makers of all ages!

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