The club was orginally formed in the late 1980's by a small group of like minded individuals. A gentleman by the name of Graham Booth offered the use of his garage and the merry band shared a couple of lathes with a lot of instruction from Graham who is to this day a member of the Register of professional turners (RPT). Graham is also a non practicing member of the worshipful company of turners, having retired.
The name village turners came about because Graham's garage was in the village of King's Cliff near Peterborough, located just off the A47 on the way to leicester.
After a few short months the club numbers meant that the garage was too small. Therefore a move to Garton End road to a slightly larger garage belonging to a Mr Robin Buckley was organised.
The membership grew quickly and Robin had to sell up due to a change of circumstances. So a move to Sacrewell farm was organised and the club relocated to a barn located within the grounds of the farm. After a misunderstanding by the farmer and the management company the club were unable to remain at Sacrewell farm. So yet another move was on the cards. This time they moved to Railworld Wildlife Haven where the club is currently still situated. The club has now been at Railworld Wildlife Haven for over 20 years. Our membership fluctuates but is roughly about 45 active members.
Recently our life President, Mr Tony Plumstead sadly passed away. Tony was one of the founding members of our club and very active until ill health prevented him from attending. He is greatly missed by many in the club. His good humour and enthusiasm was infectious. Tony loved teaching & demonstrating the craft of wood turning and tried to help as many people as he could.
Tony Plumstead at Nene park. Tony was a true gentleman.
