Country’s Oldest Craft Guild Encourages Young Blood

UntitledJust because the Country’s oldest craft guild, the Somerset Guild of Craftsmen (SGC), has just celebrated their 80th birthday, does not been it is stuck behind the times – in fact it’s quite the opposite. The guild, which was established in 1933 and boasts a County wide membership of over 160 members, have developed a yearlong programme of events which will include 9 exhibitions. Each exhibition will focus on a small group of makers and their particular medium or craft, starting with ‘Jewels’ which is running now until the 21st February. Full Story: Read More

Henry VIII Competition

Henry VIII Portrait oneWin a £25 voucher to spend at any one of our advertisers in the February Issue of The Visitor. To enter, simply answer the following question: What are the names Henry VIII’s six wives? Send your answers to: Henry VIII Competition, The Visitor, PO BOX 1, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7BG. Alternatively you can email your answer to: [email protected] or use the Contact Form on our Contact page. Closing date 14/2/14. Please include your name, address & choice of advertiser with your answers. Good luck! For the full story about the Henry VIII painting: Read More