Preserving the Art of Traditional Upholstery

Join the Guild

Why Join Our Guild?

Community

Community

Join a network of skilled upholsterers who share your passion for traditional craftsmanship. The Guild is a place to exchange knowledge, support one another, and build lasting professional relationships

Heritage

Heritage

By joining, you help safeguard the knowledge and techniques of traditional upholstery. Support initiatives that protect time-honoured techniques and pass them on to future generations. Together, we honour the past while shaping the future of traditional upholstery

Recognition

Recognition

Guild membership is a mark of dedication to the skill of upholstery. It reflects your commitment to quality, tradition, and the values of the trade

Exposition

Exposition

Through exhibitions and events, members have the chance to present their craftsmanship and elevate their professional profile

Education

Education

We offer opportunities to refine your skills through organised visits, workshops, and carefully selected resources designed to support traditional upholsterers

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Membership Tiers

Choose the membership level that best fits your experience and goals in traditional upholstery craftsmanship.

Friends

£25/year

Friends of the Guild Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Traditional Upholstery.

Students

£10/year

For those currently studying or training, Student/Trainee Membership is available to anyone undertaking a structured learning programme or gaining experience through work-based training with an employer.

Journeyman

£30/year

For upholsterers who have completed initial training and are actively working in the field.

Certificated

£60/year

For experienced upholsterers who demonstrate a high level of skill and commitment to traditional methods.