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Thameside Woodturners Association

In 1992 a group of individuals with a common interest in woodturning arranged to meet on a regular basis. The meetings were held in the Ridley Dance Studios in Leigh-on-Sea to discuss topics specifically related to woodturning and provide a forum for the exchange of ideas on particular techniques. Occasionally professional turners were invited along to demonstrate their skills and individual approach to the craft. Thus Thameside Woodturners Association was created.

In 1996 the membership was sufficiently well established to justify affiliate membership of the Association of Woodturners of Great Britain. In 1997 membership had increased and there was a need to find a more suitable venue for club meetings. The club was fortunate to be accepted by Billericay Arts Association at the ‘Fold’ 72 Laindon Road, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9LD where we still hold our monthly meetings on the second Thursday of the month starting at 7.30pm.

What we do

Demonstrations, Instruction, Assistance, & More

Professional Demos

We have a great range of professionals covering all aspects of woodturning and they recognise that there are usually some newcomers in the audience so they teach as well as demonstrate new ideas.

The Club Shop

The shop is set up at every meeting with a wide range of finishes, abrasives and turning blanks so you can save on postage.

Group Instruction

At some of our meetings, a club member demonstrates, so it is a great opportunity to ask lots of questions, and there is usually a great deal of hilarity.

Project Assistance

With an average attendance of 35 members, the half time break for tea and coffee is the time to get one to one with your questions. It’s a very lively half hour!

Bring & Buy Sale

The shop often has bits of equipment for sale, either surplus to requirements or from someone who has retired from woodturning.
Many items for sale. Click here to see the pictures.