Worstead Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers

Inside the Weavers Loft

The stated aims of the Worstead Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers are:

• To help members, in a happy and friendly atmosphere, to learn and practice the crafts of weaving, spinning and dyeing for which the parish is famous.
• To demonstrate these same crafts at events such as the Worstead Festival and to give any help in this connection that might be required from time to time.
• To encourage juniors to learn these crafts and to form a junior section of the Guild as and when necessary.

The Guild also has a very good specialist library and is well equipped with floor looms, table looms, rigid heddle, inkle and peg looms. Many other items of equipment are available for both spinning and weaving. Spinning wheels are usually available but many members prefer to bring their own.

Membership of the Guild is open to all who subscribe to the Guild's aims whether they are beginners or experts. Guild Membership for a full year is £17 (reduced rates for students & juniors) and includes affiliation to the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers. Initial enquiries regarding membership should be made to the secretary.

The Chapel also houses a museum which is dedicated to the history of the Chapel, the Community and Textile Production.