The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) is a charity that transforms the careers of talented and aspiring makers by funding their training and education, creating pathways to excellence and strengthening the future of the UK’s craft sector. Their Crafting Tomorrow programme is inspiring and supporting a new generation of makers, a youth board, online platform, and activities in schools and Saturday Clubs are opening up craft and conservation opportunities to young people right across the UK.

www.qest.org.uk

City & Guilds of London Art School is a real art school. A specialist institution with a supportive environment and one of the highest tutor-to-student ratios in London. Founded in 1854, we offer BA and MA degrees in Fine Art, Conservation, and Carving, plus a Foundation Diploma and short courses. Students benefit from dedicated studio space, generous contact time with expert tutors, and a curriculum blending contemporary practice with heritage and craft. Our close-knit community thrives in the heart of London’s cultural scene, supported by a strong network of industry professionals, many of whom offer real-world opportunities. We believe art can change lives and society.

 www.cityandguildsartschool.ac.uk

The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) believes old buildings have a future. We champion the careful repair of buildings using traditional skills and suitable materials. Through our unique training schemes, courses, advice and research we help people put our expertise into practice and help them find affordable, sustainable and effective ways to ensure all types of old buildings are protected for generations to come.

www.spab.org.uk/learning

The Wren International Centre of Excellence is a new initiative from St Paul’s Cathedral, created to preserve and pass on expert heritage craft skills. Based at St Paul’s, the Centre supports the training of new apprentices and provides a hub for sharing traditional building techniques with a wider audience. Its aim is to ensure that the specialist skills needed to care for the Cathedral — and other historic buildings — continue into the future. By making heritage craft training more accessible and sustainable, the Centre plays a vital role in protecting this cultural landmark and inspiring the next generation of craftspeople.

 www.stpauls.co.uk

Founded in 1988, the Lettering Arts Trust is the voice of letter carving in this country. Our mission is to protect and promote the skill, artistry and knowledge that goes into letter design and carving. We do this by funding training and organising exhibitions, talks and other events. Through our commissioning service, you can work with our artists to create original, personal works of lettering art. We ensure that this age-old yet contemporary craft continues to flourish, producing work that enhances our environment and passes its message on to future generations.

 www.letteringartstrust.org.uk

Designing, making, crafting and finishing — it all comes together at the Goldsmiths’ Centre. Located near Hatton Garden, the Centre supports emerging and established talent in the jewellery, silversmithing and allied industries. Through hands-on training, apprenticeships, funded programmes and business support, it helps people build lifelong careers in craft and design. Whether you’re just starting out or planning your next steps, the Centre offers clear pathways into a thriving and sustainable creative industry.

 www.goldsmiths-centre.org

The Churches Conservation Trust is the national charity protecting historic churches at risk. Caring for over 350 listed buildings across England, the Trust works with expert architects, surveyors, craftspeople and conservators to carry out vital conservation projects — from wall painting to stonework. It champions traditional heritage skills and invests in training opportunities to address urgent skills gaps in the sector. Through hands-on partnerships and conservation-led projects, the Trust is helping to inspire and support the next generation of craftspeople and heritage professionals.

www.visitchurches.org.uk

Crafts Council is the national charity for craft in the UK, working to inspire making, empower learning, and nurture creative careers. Through our education and participation work, we support and inspire young people to engage with craft making. Our programmes for young makers include Craft School and the Young Craft Citizen network.

 www.craftscouncil.org.uk

Inspired Efficiency are a leading energy consultancy. They are passionate about helping heritage buildings reduce energy use and carbon emissions. Inspired Efficiency challenge established conventions and use innovation along with an original approach to design and implement solutions that deliver outcomes which are realistic, pragmatic but above all, valuable.

 www.inspiredefficiency.co.uk