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Built on a shared passion for great craftsmanship
Woodwork sits at the heart of our story and we continually strive to support the creative community by providing honest advice, project inspiration and trusted tools.
Whatever your woodworking passion, your local Axminster Tools store gives you access to inspirational makers, traditional and trusted tools, and friendly, knowledgeable advice from our experts.
So come and discover the complete Axminster Tools experience.
What's in store
Practical solutions by passionate advisors
Create with confidence
Get hands-on in our Live Workshops and talk tools, projects and everything woodwork with our friendly, knowledgeable team.
Free demos & events
Uniting creativity through sharing
Surround yourself with like-minded makers and join our product demonstrations or project based events.
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Timber supplies and tool sharpening
The best finish starts with quality material and sharp tools!
Choose from a wide selection of high-grade wood planks and blanks and get your tools sharpened to as good as new condition!
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Supporting our communities
Through our community programmes we aim to support what matters to our customers and colleagues.
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We're doing everything we can to reduce our carbon footprint and aim to reuse, recycle or upcycle as much as we can.
Find out moreEvents calendar
Our in-store events are a hub for makers of all skill levels. Designed to help you expand your product knowledge, develop your practical skills and find inspiration from like-minded enthusiasts.
March 2024
Sittingbourne Store- Easy Inlay Demonstration
Join us in-store for an exciting opportunity to get hands-on with the Easy Inlay range.
We'll be guiding you through making a decorative ring using the inlay strips and opals, and sharing our recommendations on the best tools to use. From start to finish, we will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the range. Plus, see how the inlay strips can be used as a superb decorative feature on finished workpieces. Be sure not to miss out on this creative, jam-packed event!
April 2024
Sittingbourne Store- Beginners Carving Drop In Workshop
Thinking about taking up carving as a hobby and don't know where to start?
We're here to help! Join us in-store for our beginners carving workshop, where you can pop in any time between 10am and 2pm and have a chat about anything and everything carving. Alison will be on hand to answer your questions and demonstrate basic techniques. Let us know you're coming and book a ticket today!
Sittingbourne Store- Woodturning Drop In Workshop
Come along for a chat and a coffee and learn more about which woodturning tools are best suited to you.
Pop in-store anytime between 10am and 2pm as Sam will be on hand to answer queries and questions relating to lathes, chucks, jaws and turning tools for those starting out in woodturning. Please note, there will be no turning on the day.
May 2024
Sittingbourne Store- Woodturning with Kent Woodturners
Join us in-store as we welcome members of the Kent Woodturners Club to demonstrate and chat all things woodturning.
Whether you are a novice or have been turning for years, pop along between 10am and 2pm as the Kent Woodturners share their tips and tricks to help take your woodturning to the next level.
July 2024
Sittingbourne Store- Trend CNC Smartbench Precision Pro Roadshow
The world's only truly portable 8' x 4' CNC router.
Join us in-store where demonstrators from Trend Tool Technology will be showing the versatility of the CNC Smartbench and how quick and simple it is to set up and learn. This innovative machine is perfect for making highly accurate, repetitive cuts and works effortlessly with various materials; from timber & plastics, to metals, this machine does it all. It is ideal for CNC routing for both the workshop or on site, as it is easy to transport and quick to set up. Plus, it's operation is simply excellent; with its intuitive touch screen, you can receive information via Wi-Fi or USB to make control and processing effortless. From sign writing to making mouldings, from joinery components to scenery construction, camper van construction to boatbuilding, discover just how versatile the CNC Smartbench really is! Learn about the accuracy of this revolutionary design and how much of a positive impact it can have on your business or hobby. Let us know you're coming by booking your ticket today, or simply pop in anytime between 9:30-4pm!