The Guild of Taxidermists

So who are The Guild of Taxidermists? They are an organisation formed in 1976 by top exponents of the art to :-

Improve the standard of work that was on the market at the time
Project the legal trade and liaise with relevant authorities.

It is the only organisation in the U.K. to write a qualification in the subject and holds Seminars in England and Scotland every year along with an AGM and 3 day Conference.

Over the years with their members now producing top quality work, more and more time is spent on the liaison role. The Guild represents the trade at the highest level, consulting both with the Government (DEFRA) and Enforcement Authorities. Many of the regulations and policies now in force have been amended or formed due to the Guild's input.
As stated the Guild co-operates closely with the enforcement authorities such as the Police and HM.C/E. It also has a close relationship with organisations such as the RSPB, RSPCA, SSPCA, TRAFFIC ( the WWF investigation arm) and many others, assisting them in cases where a minority bring the trade into disrepute. It will continue to strive to protect the legal operator and gain a respectability, that when done correctly the art deserves.
The Guild is open to all who are interested in the art, be they collectors, traders, novices or experts. All its members operate within a code of conduct and are subject to its constitution. Members receive a quarterly newsletter keeping them informed of legal and other matters along with an annual publication (The Journal). Two Seminars are held annually, one usually in the South and the other in the North along with a Spring AGM/Conference. The three day AGM/Conference is the main event with taxidermists from as far afield as Europe and the United States lecturing on various techniques. Various competitions can be entered and the Award Ceremony is the finale of the event. Both Seminars and Conference are open to all members and are especially useful for those learning the art.

If you are interested in finding out more information about membership hit the following link: -

JOIN THE GUILD OF TAXIDERMISTS HERE.

 

 

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