As of 2019, there are 71 members in our Guild. Being a member entitles you to the following benefits:
The opportunity to take part in workshops with internal or external tutors of which are usually subsidised.
An excellent lending library of books and magazines covering all three crafts.
The opportunity to borrow equipment
Automatic membership to the Association of Guilds of Weavers Spinners and Dyers. Through this you will be entitled to attend the bi-annual summer school at reduced rates as well as other events such as study days.
The opportunity to submit work to the National Associations Exhibition
Entitlement to a reduced rate subscription to the Journal ( National Associations publication), if ordered by the January meeting.
The current membership fee is £25 annually. For new members joining after July the fee is reduced pro rata.
At most sessions there is a sales table with 10% of the proceeds going to the Guild funds. You are welcome to bring items to sell.