Wood Work

Crafting Confidence, Building Futures

At Newlands Bishop Farm, our woodwork program offers adults with learning disabilities and mental health conditions the chance to engage in hands-on carpentry activities, fostering personal growth and community involvement.​

Hands-On Learning in a Supportive Environment

Within our dedicated woodwork barn, project workers collaborate with experienced staff to create a variety of handcrafted items, including:​

• Planters
• Benches
• Animal hutches
• Custom wedding décor​

These items are available for purchase through our shop in Berry’s Café or can be custom-ordered, providing project workers with the opportunity to see their work appreciated by the wider community.​

Skill Development and Practical Experience

Project workers gain experience using a range of tools—such as hammers, saws, drills, routers, and jigsaws—under the guidance of our skilled staff. This hands-on approach helps develop:​

• Practical Skills: Understanding tool use, safety protocols, and construction techniques.
• Life Skills: Enhancing responsibility, teamwork, and time management.
• Confidence: Achieving personal goals and contributing to the farm’s success.​

Beyond the Workshop

The woodwork team’s contributions extend across the farm, including:​

• Maintaining and repairing farm infrastructure, such as fencing.
• Constructing new features, like woodland covers.
• Assisting with maintenance tasks at the Family Care Trust’s Dementia Day Centre and Supported Living schemes.​

These activities provide real-world experience and reinforce the value of their work within the community.

Come visit us, meet the team, and see the difference Newlands Bishop Farm can make.
📍 Berry Hall Lane, Solihull, B91 2RY
📞 0121 770 1578 | 📧 enquiries@familycaretrust.co.uk