Awards and bursaries

Weavers’ Award

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Applications close: 1st April 2025

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This one-year award is designed to support weaver makers who are looking to develop their craft and business.

What's included?

  • Subsidised studio space for a year within the creative community at Cockpit London , with an anticipated start date of 1st September
  • Business and professional development including on-site coaching, workshops and seminars  
  • Networking, selling and promotional opportunities, including twice-yearly Open Studios
  • Opportunities to collaborate with other craftspeople in the Cockpit community  
  • Financial contribution required by makers: £500 per year (approx. £42 per month)

Who can apply?

Weave makers at any stage of their creative practice who demonstrate a dedication to developing their craft and business.

About The Weavers' Company

The Weavers’ Company is the oldest livery company in the City of London. Originally established as a medieval trade guild, it played a crucial role in regulating and promoting the weaving industry by overseeing apprenticeships, maintaining high standards, and protecting the interests of weavers. Today, the Company continues to support the textile industry, including co-hosting the annual “Making It in Textiles” conference collaborating with other livery companies, designed to assist final-year students considering a career in the industry.

 

About Awards & Bursaries at Cockpit

All awards and bursaries at Cockpit include studio space, business support and membership of a vibrant craft community, giving successful makers the space and time to develop their profile, grow their business or practice, and increase profitability. We are looking for applicants who demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit, creative excellence and highly developed craft skills.

We particularly encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in craft including non-graduates, disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people, and people from Black, Asian and Global Majority backgrounds. We welcome applicants from a range of educational backgrounds and there is no minimum formal qualification for this programme.

Please note:

  • You will be responsible for arranging and paying for your own public liability insurance (minimum £5m) and contents insurance before the start date.
  • You need to be entitled to remain in the UK for the period of the Award. Cockpit is unable to sponsor or support visa applications.
  • You must be committed to taking up the award and completing our Business Incubation programme.
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