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Beam Hewing Course

Beam Hewing Course
Date
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Kind of Event
Workshop
Organised by
Geschichtspark Bärnau-Tachov (DE)
Country
Germany
Website
Event info
Era(s)
Late Middle Ages

Using original medieval techniques and tools such as those from the 14th century, a royal court of Emperor Karl IV was built in Bärnau over the next 20 years. In this 2-day course, under the guidance of our master craftsmen, you will learn how to traditionally cut a beam with a carpenter's ax and other hand tools. In addition, you will be given extensive knowledge of the raw material wood and the necessary tools.

Content:

  • Selection and measurement of the tree trunk
  • History and development of the axes used for cutting
  • Correct care and safe use of the tool
  • Work with the ax and the carpenter's hatchet from the round trunk to the beam
  • Notch technique for time-saving work
  • Surface treatment of wood with an ax and a draw knife

Scope of the course:

  • Supervision and guidance by professional master craftsmen in small groups
  • Tools and aids are made available, but you are welcome to bring your own tools and try them out
  • Mediation of interesting facts about the medieval construction site and the historical park
  • Practical course time 11 hours
  • Certificate of successful participation in the course
  • Meals: 1x lunch (1 dish + 1 drink), snacks and non-alcoholic drinks during the course units

Procedure:

Sa.
9:00 am 1st course unit approx. 3 hours
12:00 noon Lunch
1:00 pm 2nd course unit approx. 5 hours

Sunday
9:00 am 3rd course unit approx. 3 hours
12:00 pm End of the course

Price: 199.00 € / 5,200.00 CZK
Course languages: German and Czech
Participants: min. 3 / max. 8
Registration deadline is June 15, 2021.

Prior knowledge is required.

Bring safety shoes. Robust and weatherproof clothing suitable for work is recommended. The course takes place in all weathers.

If you book two courses, you will receive a 10% discount on the second course.

You can find overnight accommodation at https://www.baernau-enthaben.de/ihre-gastgeber/ or would you like to round off the medieval experience? Spend the night in our tents on straw bags for an extra charge of € 60.00 per tent. There is space for 4 people in the tent.

Binding registration at: info@geschichtspark.de or 09635-9249975