Discover Creative Summer Holiday Activities at Corris Craft Centre

Looking for something different to do during the summer holidays? Escape the crowds and discover a hands-on experience that's creative, relaxing and fun for all ages at Taran Eco Designs, based at the beautiful Corris Craft Centre in the heart of Mid Wales.

Whether you're visiting Snowdonia on holiday, enjoying a family day out, or simply looking for a unique experience, our woodworking courses and Have a Go Pyro sessions offer the perfect opportunity to slow down, learn something new and take home a handmade souvenir you'll treasure.

Looking for Something Different This Summer?

Summer holidays are all about making memories, but finding an activity that everyone enjoys isn't always easy. If you're spending time in Snowdonia or exploring Mid Wales, why not swap the usual tourist attractions for a hands-on experience that lets you create something truly unique?

At Taran Eco Designs, our woodworking courses and Have a Go Pyro sessions offer the chance to slow down, learn a traditional craft and take home a handmade reminder of your holiday. Whether the sun is shining or you're looking for the perfect rainy-day activity, our workshops are suitable for beginners and make a fantastic experience for families with older children, couples, friends and solo visitors alike.

Our welcoming workshops are suitable for beginners, meaning no previous woodworking or crafting experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm - we provide everything else.

Build Something You'll Be Proud Of

Our woodworking workshops allow you to create beautiful, practical items using sustainably sourced Welsh timber. Depending on the course you choose, you could make:

• Chopping boards

• Rustic stools

• Coffee tables

• Dining chairs

• Oak swings

• Decorative wooden gifts

Under expert guidance, you'll learn traditional woodworking techniques while enjoying a rewarding day away from screens and busy tourist attractions.

Try "Have a Go Pyro" This Summer

If you only have an hour to spare, our Have a Go Pyro sessions are an ideal summer holiday activity.

Pyrography - also known as wood burning, is a fascinating craft where you use heated tools to create decorative designs on wood.

During your session you'll be able to:

• Pick a plaque or block of your choice
  

• Burn names, quotes or illustrations onto wood

• Take home your own handcrafted creation

Children 10+ (accompanied by an adult), teenagers and adults all love seeing their designs come to life.

It's a fantastic way to create a personalised keepsake from your holiday in Wales.

The Perfect Rainy Day Activity

Let's face it - British summers don't always guarantee sunshine!

If the weather turns, our indoor workshops provide a warm, welcoming space where you can enjoy a memorable experience regardless of the forecast.

Instead of cancelling your plans, spend a few hours learning a traditional craft and creating something you can proudly use or display at home.

Many visitors tell us their workshop became one of the highlights of their holiday.

Discover more at Corris Craft Centre

One of the best things about visiting Taran Eco Designs is its location.

Corris Craft Centre is home to a collection of independent artisan studios, gift shops and cafes, making it easy to spend the whole day exploring.

After your workshop you can:

• Browse handmade Welsh crafts

• Enjoy coffee and cake

• Watch skilled makers at work

• Pick up locally made gifts

• Explore the beautiful Dyfi Valley and southern Snowdonia

It's a wonderful destination for families, couples and visitors looking to experience authentic Welsh craftsmanship.

Create Memories That Last Longer Than a Photograph

Summer holidays are all about making memories.

While photos capture a moment, creating something with your own hands gives you a lasting reminder of your time in Wales.

Every chopping board, stool, plaque or piece of pyrography tells a story - and every time you use it at home, you'll remember the day you made it.

Book Your Summer Workshop

Summer workshops are always popular, especially during the school holidays. Our Have a Go Pyro and woodworking course pages show booking times and availability. 

Whether you're planning a family day out, looking for a rainy-day activity, searching for a unique experience gift, or simply want to try something new, we'd love to welcome you to Taran Eco Designs.

Come along, discover traditional woodworking and pyrography, and leave with new skills, wonderful memories and something handmade that's completely your own.

This summer, don't just visit Wales - make something you'll remember forever.