Guild Events and Day Schools

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of our...

Celebrating International Women’s Day (8th March) We are going to watch this “all female” film. The Ladies Get Their Say (Due partite) is a 2009 Italian comedy-drama film based on the Cristina Comencini's stage play with the same name. Four women in the 1960s and their four daughters in the present day...

Celebrating International Women’s Day (8th March) We are going to watch this “all female” film. The Ladies Get Their Say (Due partite) is a 2009 Italian comedy-drama film based on the Cristina Comencini's stage play with the same name. Four women in the 1960s and their four daughters in the present day experience parallel joys and woes in their personal lives. The...

This Level 2 course follows on from Manage your Stress and Overthinking Level 1, which ran as a 10 week course. It will give you the best tools and techniques to continue to cultivate your inner calm as you meet the challenges of 2024. Let us get 2024 off to a flying start.This course will be run on 3 Saturdays...

This course is suitable for beginners and to those with some jewellery making experience. A bangle is the jewellery equivalent of that little black dress everyone should have in their cupboard. It is a great project to lay some firm foundations in jewellery making. You will learn a wide range...

This course is suitable for beginners and to those with some jewellery making experience. A bangle is the jewellery equivalent of that little black dress everyone should have in their cupboard. It is a great project to lay some firm foundations in jewellery making. You will learn a wide range of jewellery making skills such as: • Piercing • Filing...

A day to design and make beautiful jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold.  We welcome complete beginners as well as more competent makers to this class.  You can work with an array of tools and techniques to help create your designs.  Techniques may include texturing, casting, setting, shape cutting, stamping,...

A day to design and make beautiful jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold.  We welcome complete beginners as well as more competent makers to this class.  You can work with an array of tools and techniques to help create your designs.  Techniques may include texturing, casting, setting, shape cutting, stamping, piercing, roller-printing, patination and so much more.  The list is...

A day to design and make beautiful jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold.  We welcome complete beginners as well as more competent makers to this class.  You can work with an array of tools and techniques to help create your designs.  Techniques may include texturing, casting, setting, shape cutting, stamping,...

A day to design and make beautiful jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold.  We welcome complete beginners as well as more competent makers to this class.  You can work with an array of tools and techniques to help create your designs.  Techniques may include texturing, casting, setting, shape cutting, stamping, piercing, roller-printing, patination and so much more.  The list is...

Rachel, the vicar's wife, chats to recently-widowed Mr Purvis and is cornered into offering him the post of the church's Health and Safety Officer. Purvis is keen but causes more problems than he solves, the vicar being the prime victim of his misguided attempts to make things safer. Funny, touching...

Rachel, the vicar's wife, chats to recently-widowed Mr Purvis and is cornered into offering him the post of the church's Health and Safety Officer. Purvis is keen but causes more problems than he solves, the vicar being the prime victim of his misguided attempts to make things safer. Funny, touching and wry, this play for two actors is an example...

This class is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience. Learn to make your own chains, whether to incorporate into another piece of jewellery or as a stand-alone chain. Exploring modern chain making ideas in depth and create a truly one-off necklace. You will begin by looking at...

Chainmaking Day

Apr 20, 2024

This class is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience. Learn to make your own chains, whether to incorporate into another piece of jewellery or as a stand-alone chain. Exploring modern chain making ideas in depth and create a truly one-off necklace. You will begin by looking at a number of handmade chain examples, focusing on the movement,...

Traditionally books are covered with leather or bookcloth, but a book cover is also a wonderful canvas and creative opportunity for faux finishes, painterly abstract effects and unusual materials. We will make a selection of sample pieces and a cover for an unbound text block.No previous experience required.There will be...

Traditionally books are covered with leather or bookcloth, but a book cover is also a wonderful canvas and creative opportunity for faux finishes, painterly abstract effects and unusual materials. We will make a selection of sample pieces and a cover for an unbound text block.No previous experience required.There will be a small charge for materials.

The travelling guild musician who played instrumental musical for the wedding celebrations of the largely Yiddish-speaking, mostly Ashkenazi Jewish communities of Eastern Europe was called a klezmer. With a tradition going back to the Middle Ages, such musicians were sometimes viewed as a disreputable (e.g. a partly nomadic community with...

The travelling guild musician who played instrumental musical for the wedding celebrations of the largely Yiddish-speaking, mostly Ashkenazi Jewish communities of Eastern Europe was called a klezmer. With a tradition going back to the Middle Ages, such musicians were sometimes viewed as a disreputable (e.g. a partly nomadic community with their own private language, klezmerloshn) but essential part of the...

The Gardening club will be holding its annual plant sale on Saturday April 27th from 10am to 12 noon in the main hall at the Guild. (SK9 5HD) The plants for sale are donated by members of the gardening club and there is always an eclectic mix of plants from...

Plant Sale

Apr 27, 2024

The Gardening club will be holding its annual plant sale on Saturday April 27th from 10am to 12 noon in the main hall at the Guild. (SK9 5HD) The plants for sale are donated by members of the gardening club and there is always an eclectic mix of plants from some quite common ones to rare treasures. There is something for...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of...

Learning how to prepare, apply and fire fine colourful glass enamel powder to your jewellery or small metal bowls. You can either make items of jewellery or use stamped out shapes as well as spun copper bowls.Bring your own work & metals to apply the enamels on or you can...

Learning how to prepare, apply and fire fine colourful glass enamel powder to your jewellery or small metal bowls. You can either make items of jewellery or use stamped out shapes as well as spun copper bowls.Bring your own work & metals to apply the enamels on or you can purchase pre-cut shapes, copper bowls and egg cups on the...

The next meeting takes place on Wednesday 1st May, 13.30-15.00.A safe and supportive afternoon activity for people living with dementia and a chance for their carers and family to meet new friends in similar situations for company and a chat.There is no fee to join us however it would be fantastic if you could let us know you plan to...

You are booking for an extra textiles class on Friday 10 May 2024In person from 09.30-12.30 at the Guild

This Level 2 course follows on from Manage your Stress and Overthinking Level 1, which ran as a 10 week course. It will give you the best tools and techniques to continue to cultivate your inner calm as you meet the challenges of 2024. Let us get 2024 off to a flying start.This course will be run on 3 Saturdays...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of...

Overlocker gathering dust?  Not sure where to start? This introductory course covers the basics of using an overlocker.Threading upChanging needlesAdjusting tensionRolled HemDecorative seamsYou will need to bring your overlocker machine, thread and a variety of fabrics… details will be supplied on enrollment.

Overlocker gathering dust?  Not sure where to start? This introductory course covers the basics of using an overlocker.Threading upChanging needlesAdjusting tensionRolled HemDecorative seamsYou will need to bring your overlocker machine, thread and a variety of fabrics… details will be supplied on enrollment.

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of...

Scampston Hall Garden is set within the original 18th century kitchen garden walls. Designed by renowned Dutch Plantsman Piet Oudolf, the garden is celebrating 20 years since its rejuvenation and is striking in style and yet a very tranquil space to explore. The garden is divided into nine separate areas;...

Scampston Hall Garden is set within the original 18th century kitchen garden walls. Designed by renowned Dutch Plantsman Piet Oudolf, the garden is celebrating 20 years since its rejuvenation and is striking in style and yet a very tranquil space to explore. The garden is divided into nine separate areas; each unique and alive with unusual plants.Journey through the arresting...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are...

Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels. In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of...

Guten Morgen! We are thrilled to invite you to our brand-new German conversation and continental breakfast event for beginners.  Join us on Saturday 13th July for three hours of linguistic exploration and cultural immersion.Indulge in breakfast while engaging in lively conversations, designed to introduce you to basic holiday German language...

Guten Morgen! We are thrilled to invite you to our brand-new German conversation and continental breakfast event for beginners.  Join us on Saturday 13th July for three hours of linguistic exploration and cultural immersion.Indulge in breakfast while engaging in lively conversations, designed to introduce you to basic holiday German language skills. Nicole will guide you through the essentials in a...