Collection and Exhibitions

How to borrow

'Untitled, vessel with felt base' 2001(220x180mm) ©Simone ten Hompel/ Crafts Council 2007

'Untitled, vessel with felt base' 2001(220x180mm) ©Simone ten Hompel/ Crafts Council 2007

The Crafts Council Collection represents the very best in British craft from the past 35 years. It covers the whole range of contemporary craft practice with more than 1,400 fascinating objects from both established figures and up and coming names.

We lend our Collection to museums and art galleries as well as related organisations able to comply with museum standards of best practice. We offer both long and short term loan schemes.

We are not able to lend to film, television or media companies, including theatrical productions.

For more information download our leaflet

How do I apply?

Please contact Birgit Dohrendorf, Registrar (Collection) to discuss borrowing from the Collection.

Email: b_dohrendorf@craftscouncil.org.uk
Telephone: 020 7806 2525

When applying for a loan, please complete the following three UKRG Facilities Reports. The documents are to help us assess your loan request.

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See also

  • Spark Plug Award

    An annual award scheme that supports craft curators and professionals in the UK.

    Learn more