Handmade
Handcrafted
Handforged
WE ARE SYLVANKIN
As a non-profit organization that believes humans and nature can thrive without restricting society, and that through learning and appreciating traditional handcraft skills we can allow British landscapes and cultures to revive, we are focused on reviving the traditional skills and heritage crafts landscape in Britain
our story so far...
Stemming from a passion for living in the outdoors, SylvanKin emerged as a way of getting back in touch with nature and the traditional crafts.
We believe that despite the skill required to operate machinery, their very nature has pushed us away from what made these crafts fulfilling.
To bring life to our crafts we must live through them, and that is what we bring to you.
Our Vision
Our landscapes are as much a part of us as we are a part of them, providing the materials needed to shape our crafts.
Society started alongside nature, and we want to cultivate that relationship in today's world...
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by teaching people and communities various ways to interact with the raw materials used in traditional crafts.
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through providing unique experiences for people to appreciate how nature and society co-exist, such as sustainable living and fulfilling alternatives to the everyday life.
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And finally, to thrive together in our communities and in our crafts, becoming a centre of skill cultivation and craftsmanship.
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Operational Support
Simeon Russell
With a wealth of experience in some of the toughest environments on the planet, Simeon has rigorously developed a skillset and confidence in the outdoors that only fuels his desire to push past his limits and help those around him to do the same. With a devilishly quick sense of humour, and years of applied knowledge in the wilderness under his belt, even the darkest nights seem like a ray of sunshine with Simeon at your side.
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Operational Support
Danny Butterfield
Having travelled all over the world and grafted in all sorts of environments and industries, Danny is as honest, loyal, and reliable as they come.
With a wicked sense of humour, Danny's company and support are never turned down by the SylvanKin team, and his hard-working attitude inspires even our event attendees to volunteer.
MEET THE TEAM
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CO-Director
Alex Wade
Having grown up in many different countries around the world, Alex is no stranger to adapting to unfamiliar environments. With a deep passion for the natural world and modern science alike, his experience has always brought him back to the wilderness. Whether researching ways to make new medicines from molecules found in plants, designing and implementing an environmental system, or testing himself in the harshest outdoor conditions, his skills have been thoroughly tried and tested.
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CO-director
Frank Garside
Hard-working, proactive and full of energy, Frank is a problem solver with a big smile and an even bigger heart. With skills that span maintenance, mechanics, bushcraft, and beyond, he is always ready to tackle any challenge that comes his way. Frank's passion for adventure and his loyalty and love for connecting with people make him a valuable and uplifting presence in any team or community.