Chelmer Valley Woodturners
An affiliated branch of the Association of Woodturners Great Britain
About us
Find out about Chelmer Valley Woodturners. What our set up is, our history dating back to 1997 as well as our Rules of Association
Our Next Event
15th November 2023
Carlyn Lindsay will be demonstrating for us.
Evening starts 7.00pm, arriving from 6.30pm. Club shop and raffle
Tea/coffee & biscuits
Wait, Woodturning?
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to make something new? Solve problems? Create bespoke birthday presents? Woodturning can be a fantastic hobby. Want to find more and how it’s done? click the link below.
Members Work
We have an eclectic range of members and their range of work is vibrant. The pieces range from spindle to faceplate, segments to non segmented to everything in between.
Previous Event Summary
20th September 2023
A superb evening hosted by Darren Breeze showing us a Japanese inspired bowl.
Member’s Article
Ted Higgs shows how to build a sanding table for your lathe
Useful for sanding segments (segmented turning) and having fine control over sanding
New members always welcome
Your first session at Chelmer Valley Woodturners is free. We have a regular cohort of 35 or so members between the ages of 20 to 80+, with a variety of experience, expertise and knowledge.
You are welcome to turn up on the night, but we encourage you to reach out to us so we can keep an eye out for you. Please feel free to contact our secretary, Steve at Chelmervalleywoodturners@gmail.com