The Woodturners Studio

Watch Rick Taylor, a master craftsman, creat magnificent kauri woodware in his studio and view the finished items in his Gallery - bowls, pots platters and more.

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  • Phone +64 9 4394975
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Visit our working woodturning studio, watch Rick Taylor working on the woodlathe creating magnificent kauri bowls, pots, platters etc. Talk to Rick and his wife Sue about the recovery of the Ancient Swamp Kauri wood from nearby swamplands, how Rick dries the wood over a period of 3-4months and then watch him turn the dry kauri on the woodlathe in the studio and finally you will see the wonderful kauri woodware in the Gallery.

Woodturning tuition for beginners to advanced levels also available.

Groups welcome but must prebook please if you want to see Rick working in the studio as he may be down in the kauri swamp recovering more ancient kauri wood.

Opening times

  • Business hours: 7 days.
  • Months of operation: All months of the year

Facilities and Features

Physical address

The Woodturners Studio, 4 Murdoch St, State Highway 12, Dargaville, Dargaville, Northland, New Zealand.

Pricing and Conditions

Adult $425.00 - $525.00
  • Further pricing information: Beginners/intermediate level 1 day $425 includes morning/afternoon tea and lunch. Use of the woodturning tools and wood included. 1 day or longer. Advanced tuition also available, wood can be purchased for specific projects.

Contact us by

  • Phone +64 9 4394975

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