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Join our growing craft community

Become part of a growing community that is helping to support, promote and safeguard heritage crafts skills and knowledge for the future. Membership of Heritage Crafts is open to all, from craft curious to long time maker.

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Our Membership tiers

Entry

individual
student
family
organisation
business
£25 PER YEAR
£20 PER YEAR
£40 PER YEAR
£50 PER YEAR
£50 PER YEAR

One adult who is supporting Heritage Crafts by becoming a member. 

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted ticket(s) to our Annual Conference 
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

One student who is actively enrolled in an educational course and wishes to support Heritage Crafts by becoming a member. 

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted ticket(s) to our Annual Conference 
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

Two adult members of the same household who are supporting Heritage Crafts by becoming members. 

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted ticket(s) to our Annual Conference for 2 adults and 2 youths under 18
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

A non-profit who wishes to support Heritage Crafts by becoming an organisational member. 

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

A for-profit who wishes to support Heritage Crafts by becoming an organisational member. 

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

Supporter

individual
family
organisation
business
£40 PER YEAR
£70 PER YEAR
£100 PER YEAR
£175 PER YEAR

One adult member who is giving more in their membership fees to support the charity’s efforts toward researching the Endangered Crafts List, providing more grants/bursaries for makers, and creating more programming for members like you.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted ticket(s) to our Annual Conference 
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

Two adult members of the same household who are giving more in their membership fees to support the charity’s efforts toward researching the Endangered Crafts List, providing more grants/bursaries for makers, and creating more programming for members like you.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for 2 adults and 2 youths under 18
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

A non-profit who is giving more in their membership fees to support the charity’s efforts toward researching the Endangered Crafts List, providing more grants/bursaries for makers, and creating more programming for members like you.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

A for-profit who is giving more in their membership fees to support the charity’s efforts toward researching the Endangered Crafts List, providing more grants/bursaries for makers, and creating more programming for members like you.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • Priority invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
Sign up

Guardian

individual
family
organisation
business
£200 PER YEAR
£350 PER YEAR
£500 PER YEAR
£875 PER YEAR

One adult who is giving more in their membership fees to help safeguard our living cultural heritage. The generous support enables Heritage Crafts to ensure that the highest standard of heritage craft skills are passed from one generation to the next and are recorded for posterity where necessary.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • VIP invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference 
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
  • Biannual Guardian Newsletter
Sign up

Two adult members of the same household who are giving more in their membership fees to help safeguard our living cultural heritage. The generous support enables Heritage Crafts to ensure that the highest standard of heritage craft skills are passed from one generation to the next and are recorded for posterity where necessary.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • VIP invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for for 2 adults and 2 youths under 18
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
  • Biannual Guardian Newsletter
Sign up

A non-profit who is giving more in their membership fees to help safeguard our living cultural heritage. The generous support enables Heritage Crafts to ensure that the highest standard of heritage craft skills are passed from one generation to the next and are recorded for posterity where necessary.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • VIP invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
  • Biannual Guardian Newsletter
Sign up

A for-profit who is giving more in their membership fees to help safeguard our living cultural heritage. The generous support enables Heritage Crafts to ensure that the highest standard of heritage craft skills are passed from one generation to the next and are recorded for posterity where necessary.

You will receive

  • 2 Monthly emails sent to as many as 5 employees (Newsletter and Meet a Maker interview)
  • Members only portal on the website (digital resources, videos, and info)
  • VIP invitation to Heritage Crafts events
  • Exclusive member digital talks and workshops 
  • A profile on the Maker Directory, which is an online showcase of work by Heritage Crafts members who practises a craft
  • Discounted tickets to our Annual Conference for up to 5 employees
  • Invitation to the Heritage Crafts’ AGM where you will be able to vote on significant issues affecting the charity
  • Biannual Guardian Newsletter
Sign up

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Chair of Trustees sought

Deadline: 15 August 2025

With the charity growing as a result of successful awareness-raising campaigns, advocacy around the role of Intangible Cultural Heritage, and direct sector support and with a new strategic period commencing in January 2026, now is an exciting time to be leading Heritage Crafts as Chair of Trustees.

We are currently looking for a Chair to lead our dynamic Board of Trustees through the next stage of Heritage Crafts’ strategic and operational development.

Please note:
• This role is open to applications from both external candidates and internal candidates / existing Trustees.
• Former Chair experience is not compulsory, with support to be made available for less experienced candidates.

For more information and instructions on how to apply, please visit the linktr.ee in our bio.

Our ongoing governance development is funded by the @heritagefunduk thanks to money raised by National Lottery players.
#matchMAKER opportunity!

Apprentice trouser cutter 

Deadline: 18 July 2025

Anderson and Sheppard Ltd are seeking an Apprentice Bespoke Trouser Cutter to join their team. As part of the role, Anderson & Sheppard will train the successful applicant on site in all aspects of Trouser cutting & bespoke tailoring, with the expectation that the candidate will graduate to eventually become a fully-fledged trouser cutter for the store. This role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Visit #matchMAKER via the linktr.ee in our bio to find out more.

#matchMAKER is the online platform for work-based training and entry-level employment opportunities hosted by @heritagecrafts and supported by @soanebritain.
#matchMAKER opportunity!

Trainee metal spinner apprentice 

Deadline: 31 August 2025

PETA Ltd are looking to source a Trainee Metal Spinner Apprentice for their client, Calibre Metal Spinning. As a Trainee Metal Spinner Apprentice, you will need an interest in joining a workshop environment, learning a range of engineering techniques with a special skill of Metal Spinning.

Visit #matchMAKER via the linktr.ee in our bio to find out more.

#matchMAKER is the online platform for work-based training and entry-level employment opportunities hosted by @heritagecrafts and supported by @soanebritain.
#matchMAKER opportunity!

Apprentice fabricator

Deadline: 1 August 2025

The Red7Marine apprentice fabricator is a developing apprentice position working in support of in-house fabrication works. Continually developing their welding and fabrication capabilities on live jobs and in the attainment of knowledge of fabrication, by learning from the experienced fabrication team within Red7Marine and college attendance.

Visit #matchMAKER via the linktr.ee in our bio to find out more.

#matchMAKER is the online platform for work-based training and entry-level employment opportunities hosted by @heritagecrafts and supported by @soane