Huddersfield and District Woodturners

Huddersfield and District Woodturners is a UK-based nonprofit charitable incorporated organisation dedicated to promoting the craft of woodturning for the public benefit. The organisation is registered with charity number 1193836.

Purpose and Activities

The core mission of Huddersfield and District Woodturners is to encourage and advance the appreciation and practice of woodturning. This is achieved through educational and demonstrational activities aimed at both members and the wider community. The charity focuses on raising awareness about woodturning as a craft and art form, offering opportunities for learning and skill development to people of all ages[2].

Membership and Structure

The organisation has approximately 50 members comprising both male and female enthusiasts, with ages ranging widely from 15 to 85 years. Membership currently costs £60 annually, which includes a monthly newsletter providing updates, information, and educational content to members[4].

Meetings and Events

Huddersfield and District Woodturners meet twice monthly at the Wooldale Centre in Holmfirth. The meetings include various activities such as show-and-tell sessions, member demonstrations, and professional demonstrations. A highlight of their schedule is the professional demonstrator event held on the second Thursday of each month, which brings expert knowledge and techniques to the club members and guests[1][4].

Additionally, the club conducts online meetings via Zoom on a monthly basis, typically on Thursdays at 7 pm. These sessions include various formats such as demonstrations and show-and-tell, although attendance at these online meetings is typically by invitation only[5].

Governance and Registration

Huddersfield and District Woodturners is registered as a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO) under the governance of the Charity Commission for England and Wales. As a CIO, it operates with limited liability status for its trustees and members, ensuring compliance with charity law and best practices in nonprofit management[3].

This organisation serves as an important hub for woodturning enthusiasts in the Huddersfield area and beyond, fostering community engagement, learning, and the preservation of woodturning as a traditional craft.

[1] https://huddersfieldwoodturners.org.uk [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5176855 [3] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/CE025645 [4] https://huddersfieldwoodturners.org.uk/about-us/ [5] https://www.awgb.co.uk/online-clubs-list/