We’re back—and bigger than ever! Join us on Saturday, 5th July 2025, for an unforgettable celebration of storytelling, creativity, and the written word.This year’s festival is packed with exciting events, including:- Author talks & interviews – Meet and chat with published writers across a wide range of genres, from poetry to illustrated fantasy- Writing workshops – Sharpen your skills and find inspiration...
Art aficionados and local history enthusiasts alike are warmly invited to a special preview of "Through a Lens," a captivating photographic exhibition at the Gallery@theGuild on Friday 25th April 2025This free-entry event celebrates the beauty and intrigue of our local landscape. "Through a Lens" is an Open Call Exhibition held in conjunction with Discover Lindow 2024, and serves as a...
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the Wilmslow Historical Society is hosting an exhibition at the Guild for Lifelong Learning to highlight the vital roles played by Wilmslow residents, especially women and children, in supporting the war effort.Tue 6th – Sat 10th, May 2025This offers a poignant reflection on Wilmslow's Homefront during the war and honours the civilian...
A day to design and make handcrafted jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold. We welcome complete beginners and more competent makers to this class. Working with an array of tools and techniques to create your designs in our workshop. Take opportunity to explore texture. There are so many ways from simply hammering to using punches, letter stamps, reticulation, granulation,...
Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of our...
For over twenty years, The Reader has been building a community of Shared Reading groups across the UK and around the world. Here, people connect and share experiences using stories and poems. There is no pressure to talk or read aloud.Join Kate at the Guild Thursdays 22nd May and 5th June at 6.30pm to discover more and meet like-minded people.Shared...
Embark on a Scenic Lakeland Adventure!Join us for a delightful day trip to the heart of the Lake District, a region renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and charming villages. We've crafted a special itinerary promising a relaxed and memorable experience filled with stunning views and nostalgic journeys.Our adventure begins with a comfortable coach journey from Wilmslow to Haverthwaite, setting the...
Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of our...
A day to design and make beautiful jewellery from silver, copper, brass or gold. We welcome complete beginners and more competent makers to this class. Working with an array of tools and techniques to create your designs in our workshop. Take opportunity to explore colour by adding gemstones, marrying different metals or adding decorative features to work such as enamel. This...
You are booking for the Guild Gardening Club Visit to Shropshire Gardens on Wednesday 16th July 2025.Wildgoose Nursery, Munslow - This wonderful nursery is set within an old walled garden brought back to life by Jack and Laura Wildgos. Many of you will have enjoyed Jack’s talk with us last October. The nursery was started as a specialist grower of hardy perennial violas but...
Summer jewellery class Tuesday 5th August, 10am-1pm is ideal for beginners to explore jewellery making with smaller class sizes. You may choose to make a complete piece during the 3 hour session such as a pendant or ring. If you are familiar with the workshop you might decide to learn how to combine techniques such as chainmaking and setting alongside your...
Summer jewellery class Wednesday 6 July, 7pm-10pm is ideal for beginners to explore jewellery making with smaller class sizes. You may choose to make a complete piece during the 3 hour session such as a pendant or ring. If you are familiar with the workshop you might decide to learn how to combine techniques such as chainmaking and setting alongside your...
