The Guild is managed by a VOLUNTARY Committee elected by the Membership at an
Annual General Meeting.
Remember, Committee members have stalls to set up and pack up as well.
All members are expected to follow the guidelines to their responsibilities
set out below:
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Turn up early at events. (BUT NOT BEFORE 9.00 AM
AT CANNON HALL PLEASE)
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Bring your own table unless specified, or where
other arrangements have been made. (2 metre maximum frontage. YOU CAN BOOK A 4
METRE STALL OR A 3 METRE STALL IF SPACE ALLOWS)
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You will have been allocated a space, all members
will take a turn in various rooms and positions at events equally. Moving
location on the day will only be permitted in special circumstances.
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Do not block access areas for the public, there
must be enough room for wheelchairs/pushchairs etc. and for people to pass
both ways.
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If there is not room for two tables, one in front
of the other, then don't! Have
consideration for public access and the neighbouring stalls. If you want more
space you can book a double stall.
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Do not obstruct your neighbours stall in any way,
try and be considerate. No more than two people to be behind a stall at any
time, particularly if in a centre island and space is at a premium.
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Please do not engage in any activity which may
distract the public away from neighbouring stalls.
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All stalls will be covered by cloths on front and
sides to just above floor level. All storage boxes will be kept out of sight
under the stall or covered appropriately.
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Be professional about your stalls appearance.
Impression to the public reflects not only on yourself and your sales, but the
Guild overall.
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Members should not rush off at the end of any
Guild event, you are required to assist in making sure the venue is left as
found.
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Members must not leave any litter or rubbish. Take
all your rubbish away with you, or find a bin.
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By joining the Guild you accept to attend at least
4 events a year.
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Your ideas are important. Pass any suggestions to
the Committee in writing or attend a meeting if you wish.
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Members requiring the use of electricity at events
must provide their own extension leads which must comply with all EEC and
British Safety Standard requirements, and legally must be tested and certified
in accordance with Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) legislation. THIS IS A
LEGAL REQUIREMENT AND APPLIES TO ALL ELECTRICAL USED IN A PUBLIC OR WORK
SITUATION.
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No electrical equipment of any kind will be
allowed without the venue owner's permission, and must be tested and certified
accordingly.
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Electrical equipment other than lighting and
extension leads must not be used at Guild events without prior permission from
the Guild Committee who will seek permission from the venue owners.
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KETTLES, HEATERS AND POWER TOOLS (except cordless
power tools) MUST NOT BE USED AT GUILD EVENTS.
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Members must be set up by the designated opening
time for the event, and must NOT start to pack up before exact closing
time unless otherwise directed.
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Members must have Public Liability insurance.
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Members must clearly their name, trading name (if
any), address and telephone number on the stall. This is a legal requirement.
(Business Names Act 1985, section 4)
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Smoking will not be permitted in the
exhibition/sales area of any Guild event.
- Members will park their transport as directed at all Guild events. Please
pack up your stall before bringing your car to load up to prevent blocking the
exit for those who may pack up quicker than you.
