Start-Up Bench Space available
We have a Start-Up bench space becoming available from 10th February. Apply now.
Homegrown, handcrafted stools win Wood Award – connecting students with natural heritage
Made from homegrown ash, this Sylva Foundation and National Trust collaboration of hand-crafted stools connecting education, heritage and sustainable woodland management has won top prize in the Production category of the Wood Awards 2024.
Commercial Unit Available – Unit 5
A small commercial unit is available to rent from Sylva Foundation by a business connected with designing or making with wood.
Commercial Unit Available – The Old Pigsty
The Old Pigsty is a commercial unit available to rent from Sylva Foundation by a suitable business concerned with designing or making with wood. The unit lies slightly separate from other buildings and units at the Wood Centre, providing ample space and privacy with views across the countryside, while remaining within close proximity of excellent facilities. The unit benefits from excellent natural light.
Sylva Wood Centre taking part in Oxfordshire Artweeks
The Sylva Wood Centre is taking part in Oxfordshire Artweeks again this year and opening the Wood School and workshops to the public, on 18/19 May.
International Women’s Day: Woodworking and Gender
On International Women’s Day we look forward to bringing our Woodworking and Gender programme to life in 2024.
Wood School Open Day
We invite you to join us exploring what’s on offer at the Sylva Wood School in our next Open Day.
Woodworking and Gender Seminar: What’s the Story?
An innovative Woodworking and Gender Seminar was hosted by Sylva Foundation on October 13, 2023. More than 70 participants came together at the Sylva Wood Centre for a day of talks, workshops and discussions around gender equality in the woodworking industry. Initial feedback has focused on the seminar not just being a success in bringing…
Community Apple Day with Wittenham Warriors
We were delighted to host a village Apple Day at the the Sylva Wood Centre last weekend.
Membership Opportunities at the Sylva Wood Centre
We are pleased to announce the availability of four spaces for people interested in renting workspace at the Sylva Wood Centre and joining our special community of woodworking businesses. Applications are welcomed from people who work with wood and who are interested in our dedicated facilities. Users are referred to as ‘Members’ of the Sylva…