Join us at The Farm Byron Bay this August for Ye Olde Stone School—a five-day, hands-on workshop that invites you to explore the age-old craft of traditional stonework with artisan stonemason Damian Cudmore of True Stone Design.

Whether you're dreaming of building your own stone wall or simply curious about what working with stone can teach you, this is your chance to experience the artistry, logic, and legacy behind one of the oldest building materials on earth.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Stone splitting, drafting, squaring, and bed + face dressing
• How to set out and build using traditional dry stone techniques
• The aesthetics, theory, and logic behind heritage stonework
• Hands-on experience to build practical skills and creative thinking

COURSE DETAILS:

Location: The Farm Byron Bay, Ewingsdale
Dates: Saturday 16 – Wednesday 20 August 2025 (Four-day course)
Tutor: Damian Cudmore, True Stone Design
Cost:
• 5-day course – $770
• 1-day attendance – $270 (limited spaces)
Scholarships available – please enquire for more details
Limited places – early booking recommended.

WHO IT’S FOR:

• Owner Builders adding heritage detail to a home
• Tradies expanding their hands-on building knowledge
• Teenagers exploring trades and traditional craft

WHY JOIN?

Stonework is slow, grounding, and rewarding. This course gives you not only the skills to shape and build with stone, but a deeper appreciation for the time-honoured techniques that bring beauty and strength to every project.

BOOK NOW:

📧 Enquiries + bookings: damian@truestonedesign.com.au
📞 Call: +61 425 212 852