Host a course with us! - School of Natural Building

Partner with The School of Natural Building for Your Natural Building Project

Are you a community group or a self-builder planning to construct a straw bale building? The School of Natural Building is here to help bring your vision to life. We offer a range of hands-on training courses that integrate directly into your build process, providing invaluable skills while advancing your project.

What We Offer

Our courses are designed to provide practical, real-world experience in natural building techniques. By hosting a course with us, you’ll not only advance your building project but also empower your community or self-build team with valuable skills.

Straw Bale Building

5-day courses

Learn how to construct durable, energy-efficient structures using straw bales—a sustainable building material that offers excellent insulation and a unique aesthetic.

Lime and Clay Plastering

5-day courses

Master the art of applying natural plaster finishes that are breathable, eco-friendly, and beautiful. Lime and clay plasters are perfect for maintaining the health and longevity of straw bale buildings.

Rammed Tyre Foundations

3-day courses

Get hands-on experience with this robust, eco-conscious foundation technique that reuses old tyres to create a solid base for your structure. Especially useful for loadbearing straw bale

Carpentry

When required

For projects that require it, we also offer carpentry skills to complement your natural build, typically hosted at Tod College in Todmorden (talk to us about your needs)

Why Choose Us?

Expert Instructors: Our network of seasoned professionals ensures that every course is led by someone with deep expertise in the field. We carefully match instructors to your project, considering the specific needs and goals of your build.

Real-World Learning: Our courses are conducted on live building projects, providing participants with an immersive experience that directly contributes to the construction process.

Enthusiastic Participants: Each course creates a dedicated community that stretches beyond the building site. Bringing curious learners onto your project is an incredibly enriching way to build.

Tailored Support: Beyond teaching, we offer skilled help for those who may need guidance throughout the build. We offer consultancy services at very reasonable rated that will save you time and money.

Let’s build together!

We’re delighted that you’re considering The School of Natural Building to guide you through this unique and rewarding journey. Our goal is to make your building project not just a success, but a memorable and educational experience for everyone involved. Get in touch with us today to discuss how we can support your build with our expert training courses.

hello@schoolofnaturalbuilding.co.uk

Email: hello@schoolofnaturalbuilding.co.uk