Who are we?

About Us

We are a registered charity located on the Dukeries Complex. We run a variety of craft workshops for all abilities.

We have over 200 users and are open 5 days a week and Monday Evenings

We are wheelchair friendly and offer experienced help from our team of volunteer supervisors.

​Everyone is welcome to come along and have a go at learning a new craft.

The DCW Team

Honorary Officers and Trustees

Chairman: Terry McLaughlin           
Vice Chairman:  Bill Woodcock  
Secretary: Alan Perry
Treasurer: Sarah Thorpe

General Committee Members

Elaine Mirfin, Colin Thompson, Nabeel Haddad, Phil Parr, Audrey Kew  

Our Volunteers
Alan Perry:  General woodwork and maintenance
Ann Haynes: Kiln fused glass Arts Tutor
Elaine Mirfin: Stained glass/Silver jewellery/Flower Arranging Tutor
Bill Woodcock:  Wood carving/Walking Stick Making Tutor
Phil Parr: Woodworking Tutor
Melanie Eldred: Stained Glass Arts/Silver Jewellery Tutor
Nabeel Haddad: Woodworking Tutor


Authorised Machine Maintenance:
Phil Parr, Alan Perry, Colin Thompson

TALK TO US

Have any questions? We are always pleased to talk to you abut our projects, creative opportunities and how we can help you.