Burngate Stone Carving Centre

Located in the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, Burngate provides facilities and expert tuition in traditional stone carving skills for locals and visitors. We offer a varied programme of courses and activities with something to suit everyone from 8 years to 80+. The location is inspirational, and the surrounding landscape is designated as an AONB, it is also part of the Jurassic coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We have a small, friendly tearoom serving Dorset tea, locally roasted Carve Coffee, cake, and local Purbeck ice cream. Sit back and relax in the peace and quiet. We have gallery space exhibiting a variety of arts, crafts and stone sculpture by local artists and sculptors. General information. We run Have-a-Go carving sessions - two hours of fun! Ideal for all ages whatever the weather. Courses to suit all levels of experience. Courses include: Freeform Carving, Relief and Intro to Stone Carving, Ideal for individuals, family/groups/corporate.