The Embroiderers' Guild
The Embroiderers Guild is a national educational charity with around 1500 members and a network of just over 100 affiliated independent stitch groups. It has a museum with a unique global collection and offers a programme of exhibitions, events, workshops and lectures. It also has a specialist library and publishes Embroidery the successful textile art magazine.
Activities & Mission
The Embroiderers Guild is a national educational charity with around 1500 members and a network of just over 100 affiliated independent stitch groups. It has a museum with a unique global collection and offers a programme of exhibitions, events, workshops and lectures. It also has a specialist library and publishes Embroidery the successful textile art magazine.
Grants
The Embroiderers' Guild makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £141,409
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £166,531 | £141,409 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £205,367 | £137,470 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £140,237 | £83,076 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £83,329 | £188,175 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £264,725 | £481,986 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Embroiderers' Guild
What does The Embroiderers' Guild do?
The Embroiderers Guild is a national educational charity with around 1500 members and a network of just over 100 affiliated independent stitch groups. It has a museum with a unique global collection and offers a programme of exhibitions, events, workshops and lectures. It also has a specialist library and publishes Embroidery the successful textile art magazine.
How much income did The Embroiderers' Guild report in 2025?
The Embroiderers' Guild reported total income of £167k and reported expenditure of £141k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Embroiderers' Guild registered as a charity?
The Embroiderers' Guild was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 May 1964 as charity number 234239. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Embroiderers' Guild?
The Embroiderers' Guild is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Embroiderers' Guild operate?
The Embroiderers' Guild operates across 3 areas: Isle Of Man, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Embroiderers' Guild a registered charity?
Yes — The Embroiderers' Guild is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 234239.
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Also Known As
- The Embroiderers' Guild
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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