Celebrate the unique world of wood at the 2019 ILLAWARRA FESTIVAL OF
WOODEVERY TREE HAS A STORY, so take a a trip to BULLI on the serene
South Coast of NSW this OCTOBER 12 AND 13 TO SEE THOSE STORIES COME TO
LIFE THROUGH A RANGE OF EXCITING WORKSHOPS, exhibitions, performances
and much more.Enliven your senses and celebrate some of the world's
most respected artisans with a love for wood who have honed their
craft to share their skills and creations with you at this special
event the whole family can be part of.With a passion for preserving
and inspiring the tradition of working with wood, a diverse selection
of handpicked artisans from across the globe welcome you to roll up
your sleeves and get some hands-on skills or simply sit back and relax
to learn, reconnect, discover or discuss woodwork with skilled makers
of all ages and cultural backgrounds.In a world of mass consumer
consumption, take time out to observe and appreciate the skills and
craftsmanship of those working with wood and teach our next
generations the value of this sustainable way of creating goods for
the good of the planet, whilst rekindling a connection to the style
of woodworking shows from years ago through authentic experiences.Come
along to this one-of-a-kind FESTIVAL IN BEAUTIFUL BULLI JUST MINUTES
FROM ONE OF THE BEST BEACHES ON THE SOUTH COAST FOR AN UP CLOSE AND
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WITH SOME OF THE WORLD'S BEST SPOON
CARVERS, knife makers, traditional tool makers, timber surfboard
makers and woodturners, with the opportunity to see some of the finest
jewellery, floristry, sculpture, chainsaw carving, crafts, timber
milling and more.There will also be talks on forestry and wood-related
industries, with a variety of workshops on across the weekend
suitable for all ages and abilities (see website
ILLAWARRAFESTIVALOFWOOD.com.AU for details). With a selection of
tasty gourmet food, a barista cafe and bar plus some top-notch live
music and entertainment including free activities for the kids, you'll
be spoiled for choice at this annual exciting event that celebrates a
global love for wood!CHILDREN UNDER 12 FREEFAQsWhat are my
transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?There is
lots of parking at BULLI Showground. It's also a short 10-minute walk
from BULLI Railway Station (see Trip Planner on transport.nsw.gov.AU -
and be sure to check for any weekend trackworks!).Alternatively, you
can access many local Uber drivers.How can I contact the organiser
with any questions?Contact Suzanne Montague on
illawarrafestivalofwood@gmail.com What's the refund policy?We can
issue refunds up to 30 days before the FESTIVAL (September 12, 2019) -
however, terms and conditions may apply.Do I have to bring my printed
ticket to the event?You can print off your ticket which will be
emailed to you or you can show us on your phone (please consider our
precious environment before printing).Can I bring my dog into the
event?Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times and
friendly, with all waste picked up.If you have any other questions,
please do not hesitate to email us
at:illawarrafestivalofwood@gmail.comWe look forward to welcoming you
to this year's Illawarra Festival of Wood!
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Grevillea Park Rd, Bulli, 2516, NSW, AU