Stone Masonry Masterclass
Four-Night Residential Check-in Monday 16th August 2027 Check-out Friday 20th August 2027
Available spaces
Embark on an unforgettable week-long stone carving retreat at the tranquil Cober Hill, nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire’s stunning countryside. Guided by Alex Macey, a seasoned stone mason with over 20 years of experience in heritage restoration and intricate carving, this residential offers a deep dive into the ancient craft of stone carving. Whether you’re drawn to the tactile beauty of stone or eager to master traditional masonry techniques, this retreat will leave you with new skills, a unique masterpiece, and lasting inspiration. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, the programme features three structured days, each focusing on a unique aspect of stone carving. Seasoned carvers are welcome to use this residential to work on a specific project of their choosing. During the week Alex will cover the following with structured demonstrations and a chance for you to practice these new skills, including: Stone Selection - Learn the essentials of stone selection, tool handling, and basic carving techniques. 2D Relief Carving - Transforming a limestone block into a personalised design of your choice. Alex will guide you through selecting and transferring an image onto stone, using traditional tools like chisels and mallets to carve texture and depth. Letter Carving - Discover the precision and creativity of inscribing stone with elegant enduring text inspired by Alex’s work on replacement plaques and memorials. You’ll learn to design and carve lettering, focusing on proportion, spacing and traditional techniques to achieve clean, professional results. Sculptural Carving - Focusing on low-relief sculptural forms, you’ll carve a nature-inspired design - such as foliage or a mythical figure - into stone, learning to add depth and texture to bring your piece to life. This week includes all materials, limestone, tools, and safety equipment and you will leave with completed carvings to take home with you. Residential Details This masterclass includes a full board four-night stay in your own en-suite room at the scenic Cober Hill retreat, just outside Scarborough and includes all materials and equipment. Check-in: From 3pm, Monday 16th August 2027 Check-out: By 10am, Friday 20th August 2027
Cancellation Policy
Right to Cancel and Receive Reimbursement The statutory 14-day cooling-off period does not apply to accommodation and leisure services provided on specific dates. We offer the following goodwill policy: Cancellation & Refund Policy: More than 12 weeks before arrival: Full refund minus £30 administration fee per person. 6–12 weeks before arrival: 75% refund. 4–6 weeks before arrival: 50% refund. Less than 4 weeks before arrival: No refund. Cancellations must be made in writing to info@bookaclass.com. Refunds (where due) will be processed within 10 business days. Travel / Holiday Insurance Recommendation We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel or holiday insurance at the time of booking. This should cover cancellation or curtailment, medical expenses, personal belongings, and any other relevant risks. We cannot be held responsible for any losses, damages, or additional costs you may incur due to cancellation, illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances if you do not have adequate insurance in place. Rescheduling: Possible up to 8 weeks before arrival (subject to availability). A £30 administration fee applies for changes made later. Our Right to Cancel: We may cancel a residential stay due to insufficient numbers or force majeure. In such cases we will first offer an alternative date before offering a full refund.