International Guild of Knot Tyers
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What Does the IGKT Do?
We are an educational non-profit making organisation (constituted as a UK Charity, No. 802153) dedicated to furthering interest in practical, recreational and theoretical aspects of knotting. Our aim is to preserve traditional knotting techniques and promote the development of new techniques for new material and applications. We attend public events to advertise the Guild and its work, and conduct talks and demonstrations by arrangement with interested groups. We keep in touch with each other by correspondence, by holding regular meetings and exhibitions at both international and regional levels.
Guild address: Oaken Cleave, Cobbaton, Umberleigh, EX37 9SG, UK
The Guild also publishes a quarterly newsletter, Knotting Matters.
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Extract from the objectives of the IGKT
Promote research into all aspects of knotting- Act as a primary source of reference and consultation
- Publish a periodical, 'Knotting Matters', about knot crafts and related subjects
- Form and maintain a library of books, papers, films, photographs and other materials associated with knots, with a view to making information available to Members of the Guild and the general public
- Form collection of knots and knotting and work related crafts
- Promote and encourage knotting as an element in the education of children and young persons, and as a therapy for those who may benefit from such remedial activity
- Further promote the interest in knotting and associated activities, through its members, to the general public
IGKT Council of Trustees
The Guild is a charity under UK law, registered with the Charity Commission, a UK government supervisory body.
The Trustees have legal responsibility for ensuring that the Guild is run according the Charity Commission's strict rules.
The IGKT Registered Charity Number is 802153
Guild address: Oaken Cleave, Cobbaton, Umberleigh, EX37 9SG, UK
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IGKT Constitution
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About Our Committee
The day-to-day running of the Guild organised by an Executive Committee. The Trustees request that this committee's membership be voted upon at each AGM.
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UK
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