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The purpose of this, the official Association of Polelathe Turners & Greenwood Workers web site, is to promote green woodworking and all its associated crafts so that once again the woodlands of the world are nurtured and valued as a source of employment and enjoyment.

If you would like to be involved in the running of the APT&GW, even in a small way please read the Chairman's call for volunteers.

We are pleased to announce that you can now use Paypal to subscribe to APT & GW membership. You can also use one of the other methods listed.  Subscribers to the APT & GW receive a magazine called the Bodger's Gazette.  See Gazette pages

If you are looking for bodgers local to you take a look at the list of local Local Groups or try posting a request on the Ask and Answer bulletin board.

The Ask and Answer bulletin board is a goldmine of information about greenwood working with experts from around the world contributing excellent answers to questions posed and loads more besides.

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Join the APT & GW (2)

Written by Phillip Piddell on .

For just £20.00 a year you get;

  • A quarterly Gazette with news views and articles on all aspects of Green Woodworking. 2008 saw the introduction of colour photographs to the gazette
  • The chance to attend and participate in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) which is normally held the second weekend in May after the first bank holiday
  • Vote on how the organisation progresses and elect, or even stand for the committee!
  • Attend the Bodger's Ball at the same weekend
  • Win prizes for your creations
  • Meet hundreds of other Bodgers and Green Woodworkers
  • Learn new skills in masterclasses and enjoy excellent food at the party

 

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Insurance - Additional Benefits - UPDATE MARCH 2017

Written by Phillip Piddell on .

We now have some more small, but useful enhancements to our insurance scheme, which covers all members who subscribe to Additional Benefits at a cost of £17.50 a year.

Not only are UK based members covered whilst working overseas – but there is now cover for our Overseas members whilst working here in the UK. See extract of wording below.

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Courses

Written by Hugh Spencer on .

Anyone interested in attending a course is urged to contact the tutor directly. Some tutors have a set diary and some will run bespoke courses.

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