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PROFESSIONAL DEMONSTRATIONS

The club hosts professional demonstrations by some of the UK’s best wood turners.  Complete with live, close-up video - so you won't miss a thing. How-To guides are  on our website following the demonstration, so you can recreate what you’ve seen.

NEXT DEMONSTRATION:

Wednesday 25th February 7:00pm

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Chris Parker a.k.a The Bald Woodturner


Chris particularly likes texturing the pieces he’s turned, using various techniques - from a simple wire brush through to textures possible with Robert Sorby texturing tools. 

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SHROPSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF WOODTURNERS

See what you could turn your hand to...

A friendly group of woodturners, from beginners to professionals.

Formed in 1993 the club is a place where anyone around Shropshire with an interest in woodturning can meet up to watch, try  and chat about pretty much anything to do with woodturning.

Why not turn up to our next meeting to see what it's all about. You'll be most welcome. 

Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month at Bicton Village Hall.

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MONTHLY CLUB NIGHTS

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TURNING CHALLENGES

The challenge is set to learn and improve turning techniques. Members bring along their "creation" which is discussed with other members and tips shared. 

Challenges take place at Hands-On meetings where club lathes and sharpening tools are out for members to improve or try out new techniques.

NEXT CHALLENGE:

Wedensday 22nd April 7:00 pm 

Spring has sprung and the Challenge is flowers. Either a single flower or a complete arrangement in a container. 

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THE WOODSHED

The Club maintains a store and supply of 

wood for turning.  All available at prices well below the norm.

 

Club negotiated discounts from some of the leading wood turning suppliers are also available.

The club also has occasional second-hand tool sales.

THE WOODSHED

The Club maintains a supply of wood for turning.  All available at prices well below the norm.

 

Club negotiated discounts from some of the leading wood turning suppliers are also available.

The club also has occasional second-hand tool sales.

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TEA & CAKE

No club night would be complete without tea & cake.

Or the monthly raffle.

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Or the monthly raffle.

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Or the monthly raffle.

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