Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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The Dry Stone Walling Association (DSWA) was
formed in 1968 to counter the then almost
terminal decline of the craft.
As a result of it’s efforts, on behalf of
professional and amateur members alike, there
has been a substantial upturn
in the fortunes of dry stone walling.
Members receive a magazine, The Waller and
Dyker, three times a year which contains
general interest and specialist articles and
details of branch
activities.
For more details Click HERE.
The Cheshire Branch promotes walling by giving
demonstrations at local shows, holding training
courses for beginners and providing talks for
groups.
We also hold Branch meetings, have Members
Walling Days, day visits, weekends away and
organise social events for members.
We put together a calendar of events and
activities, including dates of our Branch
meetings, attendance at Shows, Members
Walling Days and Training Courses at the
beginning of each year.
To view the full programme for 2020/2021
please CLICK HERE.
Welcome to our Branch Website
Active throughout the year.
Calendar of Events.
Build a Model Wall.
Why not build yourself a model dry stone
wall.
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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Events for 2020.
All remaining events for 2020 have been
cancelled due to Corvid-19.
Events for 2021.
Events shown for 2021 are subject to
Corvid-19 restrictions.
Mar 11th Branch Meeting at
The Honey Bee or via Skype.
Mar 17th Walling Walk at National
Trust Lyme Park.
Mar 25th Branch Get-Together - Evening
Meal. Details to be confirmed.
Mar 28th Members Walling Day and Branch
Meeting.
Apl 21st Walling Walk at National
Trust Lyme Park.
May 15th - 16th Beginners Training
Course. Details to be advised.
May 19th Walling Walk at National
Trust Lyme Park.
Jun 20th Members Walling Day and Branch
Meeting.
Jun 26th - 27th Arley Garden Festival.
Display only.
Jul (TBA) RHS Tatton Flower
Show
Aug 16th Members Walling Day and Branch
Meeting.
Aug 28th Poynton Show -
Demonstration & Display.
Sep 18th - 19th Beginners Training
Course. Detais to be advised
Sep (TBA) Hayfield Show - Display only.
Oct 14th Branch Annual General
Meeting will be held at The Honey Bee
or via Skype.
Training Courses.
The training courses venue to be confirmed.
For further information contact Jack Taylor
Tel: 07415 107120
e-mail: dswacheshire@gmail.com
Members Walling Days
Members Walling Days venue has yet to be
decided.
For further information contact Jack Taylor
Tel: 07415 107120
e-mail: dswacheshire@gmail.com
Branch Meetings.
Held either on site during a Members Walling
Day or at the the Honey Bee,
Altrincham Road,
Styal, Wilmslow, SK9 4LT.
Commencing 8.00pm.
See opposite for details.
Diary of Events for 2020 /2021
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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The Cheshire Branch runs at least two training courses each year for beginners.
The courses are held at weekends. Trainees will receive instruction from DSWA
qualified instructors.
The current cost of a course is £115.00 per person , or £100.00 when enrolled within
10 days of a show.
Course gift vouchers can be purchased and can be redeemed later in the year.
You will need to take a packed lunch, drinks, wear good all weather clothing, strong
footwear and a pair of strong gloves. All tools will be provided.
During the two days we aim to cover stripping out an existing wall, grading the stone,
setting out walling pins and lines, preparation of foundations, wall building including
foundations, first lift, through stones, second lift and coping stones. Armed with this
basic knowledge you will be in a position to build your own wall but to improve much
practice will be needed.
Course venue to be confirmed.
Full joining instructions will be emailed to the
the Trainee two weeks prior to the
commencment of the Training Course.
SUBJECT TO CORVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
15th & 16th May 202
18th & 19th September 2021.
For further details or to book a place either
contact Jack Taylor,
(Branch Secretary) at:-
Tel : 07415 107120
Email : dswacheshire@gmail.com
or download some notes and a Registration
Form CLICK HERE
Training Courses
Course Venue
Course Dates
Enrolement Details.
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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Branch members, including both professionals and amateurs will be attending the shows shown
opposite in 2021.
Why not come along and have a chat and learn more about the art of dry stone walling.
We have lots of free leaflets as well as many more detailed pamphlets, books, model walling kits
and walling hammers for sale.
Training Course Gift vouchers can also be purchased at special show prices either for yourself or a
present for a friend or family member.
If you are unable to attend one of our shows you can always purchase any of the above items by
contacting our Chairman Jack Taylor by email at dswacheshire@gmail.com or by telephone on
07415 107120.
Shows and Demonstrations.
2021 Show Dates.
ALL EVENTS SHOWN WILL BE
SUBJECT TO CORVID - 19
RESTRICTIONS.
Jun 26th and 27th Arley Garden Festival
Display only.
Jul TBA. RHS Tatton Flower Show -
Demonstration and Display.
Aug 28th Poynton Show -
Demonstration and Display.
Sep TBA Hayfield Show - Display only.
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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Members
Our Members Walling Days provide members with
an opportunity to put into practice the art of
walling alongside a group of professionals and
enthusiastic amateurs.
Members Walling Days can also be useful in
working towards one of the certificates in dry
stone walling.
Walling Days
Calendar of Events
You need to be a Branch member to join us on
the dates which are shown on our Diary of
Events.
To view the full programme for 2021 please
click here.
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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Training Courses
Members Walling Days
Shows
Away Days
Social Events
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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Model Walling Kits
Only practice and a pair of pincers are needed to complete the model wall.
All building materials including wooden base (approximately 25cm by 9cm), stone, glue and template are supplied along with
easy to follow step by step instructions.
The cost of the complete Model Walling Kit is
£10.00 plus £4.00 p&p.
Please contact Jack Taylor by email
dswacheshire@gmail.com for delivery and
payment details.
Cheshire Branch
Dry Stone Walling Association - Cheshire Branch Registered Charity 289678
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