Certificate Competition (Nic Somers Bowl)
Recognising the skill and dedication of those who have gained the Company’s Certificate in Woodturning. In memory of Past Master Nic Somers, renowned for his zest for life and commitment to helping others succeed. He saw the Company’s charity and training schemes, such as the certificate, as vital to supporting turners in growing and developing, whether as professional or hobby turners.
Who can enter?
Holders of the Worshipful Company of Turners’ Certificate in Turning.
Theme
Any piece of work, with no restriction as to subject, size or style.
Details
A hand-turning competition, open to all those awarded the Company Certificate in Turning.
Pieces should not have been entered in any other Company competition.
Any combination of legally sourced materials may be used. All work to be created by the competitor except for commercially made components such as screws. The piece must be primarily turned on a lathe, there are no restrictions on embellishment however fractal burning may not be used.
Competitors may enter up to two pieces in this category, none of which should have been entered in any other Company competition.
Piece(s) may be offered for sale at the exhibition.
Prizes
£300 for first, £200 for second and £100 for third.
Entry
General Conditions of entry, including times for delivery, judging, prize giving, viewing, and collection of entries after the event can be viewed here: General Conditions of entry 2025