WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS & DEMO DAYS

Our demo day educational programme is designed to share knowledge, advice, and tips in a full day of seminars, talks and live demos. At the end of the demo day, our goal is to equip you with everything you need to know to self-build confidently using timber frame. We aim to serve, not to sell, ensuring your day will be packed with valuable takeaways. You can read a summary of our most recent demo day here

"A very informative day, particularly for those at the start of their self-build journey. Friendly, approachable team who are willing to share their knowledge, experience and competence. Highly recommend!" Pamela and Ewan E

"An excellent day full of the information we were looking for." Nick & Jane H

"A very informative and entertaining day which also made some of the potentially dryer topics like VAT and CDM really engaging. I hope Fleming Homes put on more days like this so I can learn more. Well done!" RR

"It has really helped me understand the whole process so much better and given me lots of relevant information." JT

"As a total novice to self build, the day exceeded my expectations. The information was delivered in a “non partisan” way and answered many ambiguities and questions I had." Anon

"I not only found it helpful in terms of the process but also reaffirmed why I was seeking to use Fleming Homes for my project." MS

“Excellently organised and inspiring, informative day on the benefits of timber builds by experts in the industry with resources and example products on hand within the NSBRC. I have already recommended the course to friends!” Karen O

”We found the content and quality of presentations excellent. It certainly broadened our knowledge and provided us with lots of information to help move our project forward.” Michael and Birgit

”The day gave a really balanced, thought-provoking insight into timber frame structures, their pros and cons and more importantly, what to think about with regards to budgeting.” Ben N

“This event is an absolute must for any self-builder or project manager not familiar with timber frame.” Rebecca F

“A very worthwhile course. A day well spent listening to and talking with highly qualified individuals who have every-day hands-on experience in the timber frame self-build industry. Highly recommended.” Krys U

“Any builder who is still in doubt about the benefits of timber frame should attend an event like this.” Mervyn F

09.30-10.00  Registration, welcome, tea and coffee
10.00-10.30  Presentation - introduction to timber frame and its benefits
10.30-11:00  Presentation - The Self-Builder's Timeline
11:00-11:15  Tea & coffee break
11:15-11:45  Presentation - designing your timber frame home
11:45-12:30  Live demo explaining timber frame construction
12.30-13.45  Lunch and 1:2:1 sessions with industry experts
13.45-14.15  Presentation - financing a timber frame self-build
14.15-14.45  Presentation - planning, building regulations & construction design
14.45-15.15  Presentation - planning your VAT reclaim
15.15-15.30  Tea & coffee break 
15.30-16.00  Presentation - getting site ready & introduction to CDM
16.00-16.30  Meet the team and ask your specific project questions