Dry Stone Walling

During this course you will construct a new drystone wall and also gain the techniques needed to repair existing structures.

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Course Suitability

The nature of this course requires a good level of physical fitness and you should be able to lift 25kg safely.

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Course Outline

Topics include

• Sorting out - stone is sorted into size and shapes for reconstruction;
• Setting out - set frames and string lines for correct dimensions prior to reconstruction;
• Footings - organise and set footings is the first stage;
• First lift - building stones are placed on top of footings up to knee height;
• Through stones - placement to bond the wall together;
• Second lift - smaller stones are used to the finished height of the wall;
• Coping stones - both sides of the wall bonded together to give protection with a good finish.