Club
Update - January 2021: Following
a committee meeting we are able to provide you with an update of
what is happening at the club and how we are dealing with the
pandemic.
Our Wednesday
sessions are currently suspended due to Tier 4 Guidelines being in
force. These will resume as soon as possible. If you
are a Wednesday participant then Malcolm will keep you fully
informed about when the sessions will resume.
If you are a
paid up member we are pleased to inform you that your membership
will be extended by six months.
The club’s
monthly meetings will continue to be suspended until further
notice.
Please check the website which will be updated with any news regarding the club as it becomes available.
The Blackburn with Darwen Woodturning Club meets at the Square Meadow, 38 Holden Fold, Darwen BB3 3AU on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.00 pm. For details of how to find us please click HERE.
Aims Of The Club
The main purpose of the club is to foster interest in woodturning and to help members improve their skill in a friendly and sociable atmosphere.
So what does the club do?
- The club provides a variety of wood turning related topics in the form of demonstrations, open days, social events, etc throughout the year.
- The club provides active practical sessions on Wednesday mornings/afternoons where tuition is given to beginners by our more experienced members.
- The club promotes good will among our members and the local community.
- The club encourages all members to adopt a "hands on" approach with help at club meetings.
- Tuition given to beginners by our more experienced members on special evenings.
- Monthly competitions to improve standards
- Discount on tools and timber from local suppliers
- Organised trips, or car sharing to major exhibitions
- Affiliation to the Northern Federation of Woodturning Groups
- Plus, most importantly, the opportunity to chat with fellow woodturners to swap ideas, tips and advice.
Future Events in 2021
Demonstration Evenings
The usual format of the evening is that the Chairman starts the meeting at 7.00pm with a few announcements and then introduces the demonstrator who describes the particular topic he will be covering.
During the demonstration a description of methods used is given, often responding to questions from the audience. About 8pm we have a break for a cup of coffee at which time the demonstrator is usually surrounded by members wanting to ask questions or have a closer look at his tools etc.
After a 15 minute break, the demonstration continues and normally finishes at about 9.30pm.
Members Evenings
At least three meetings per year are dedicated to helping beginners. These evenings are run by the more experienced club members, offering advice and hands on tuition on most aspects of woodturning. The club has six lathes so that there are adequate facilities. Novices are encouraged to bring their own tools but some can be provided by the club.
Club Competitions
To encourage development the club holds a monthly competition. The monthly competitions are divided into Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Levels and all members are encouraged to enter. The competition theme is set by the Competition Secretary.
What Does All this Cost?
The annual membership fee is £50 payable in two installments in January and May.
Members attending our morning and
afternoon sessions on Wednesdays pay approximately £4.50 for half
day, £8.50 for full day.
Thinking of Joining Us?
Why not come along and see what we do? You are most welcome to just turn up on an evening, or for more information please click HERE.
Visitors and non-
Come out of the shed, join in and share your interest with others!
MONTHLY COMPETITIONS
The club holds a monthly themed competition. Here are some of the entries for a “mug tree”.
REGULAR DEMONSTRATIONS
The club organises regular demonstrations by well known wood turners. Here Pete Osborn presents “Rough around the Edges”