Make a tool, use a tool

TACIT-TACIT is a design and research agency based in Dunoon. We provide design services to independant enterprises and support people to develop ideas that contribute to positve growth.

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This is a free, practical workshop led by Argyll based boat builder Ben Neville, where you will learn how to make a timber hand tool.

Dunoon Burgh Hall

We are building a beach hut

Free, practical workshops  developed as part of the We Are Building A Beach Hut Project

During the workshop Ben will take you through the basics of how to make a wooden mallet using traditional techniques. You will learn about different timbers and how to work with them using hand tools and will be given guidance on tool care. The mallet you make can be used in future workshops to help build prototype sections of a beach hut for West Bay.<ul><li>You do not need any prior experience, just a willingness to learn, ask questions and support this project. </li><li>Places are free, but limited and are open to anyone over the age of 18.</li><li>Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear, PPE will be provided. </li><li>Light refreshments will also be available.</li></ul>During each workshop you will also get the chance to learn about the local heritage of beach huts on West Bay, Dunoon and the research generated through the <a href="https://www.tacit-tacit.co.uk/beachhut" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">We are building a beach hut project.</a> If you have any questions about the workshop please contact Claire.Hallybone@argyll-bute.gov.uk

The <a href="https://www.tacit-tacit.co.uk/beachhut" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">We are building a beach hut </a>project is a community led design initiative developed by <a href="https://www.tacit-tacit.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Tacit Tacit</a> and a local team of creative practitioners based at the <a href="https://www.popshop.scot/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">POP shop</a>, Dunoon. The project is delivered in partnership with the <a href="https://www.dunoonareaalliance.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dunoon Area Alliance </a>and <a href="https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/dunoon-regeneration" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dunoon CARS project</a>. The project aims to involve people living in Dunoon with the regeneration of West Bay by exploring the heritage of beach huts and looking at how the natural and built environment will be impacted by climate change.Thank you to our funders: <a href="https://www.chartsargyllandisles.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CHArts</a>: Evolve &amp; Heritage Horizons, <a href="https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/dunoon-regeneration" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dunoon CARS</a>, <a href="https://www.dunoonareaalliance.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dunoon Area Alliance</a> and <a href="https://www.scotlandstowns.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Scottish Towns Partnership</a>.

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