The Institute of Carpenters is opening nominations for a new chapter of one of its best-known accolades. The Rainleaf Trophy — previously awarded through the IOC’s 3rd Year Student Award — has been relaunched as our Apprentice of the Year …
The Women in Safety & Health (WISH) Awards 2026 are now officially open for entries, and we are encouraging our members to help shine a spotlight on those driving real change in the industry.
Of particular interest to our community …
We are delighted to share that a successful meeting was held last week with our Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Gloucester, to ensure a seamless transition for the Institute’s leadership.
Key Highlights:
Leadership Transition: Our president, Geoff Rhodes,
The 2025 Wood Awards have revealed their winners, showcasing the best in timber architecture, design, and craftsmanship across the UK. This annual competition highlights outstanding buildings, furniture, and products, demonstrating innovative, sustainable, and beautifully executed wood projects.
The Gold Award…
The Duchess of Gloucester Award for the Advancement of Skills within the Timber Industry as awarded by the Institute of Carpenters
The mission of the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) is to promote, support, and develop our members, and the sector …
West Nottinghamshire College has played proud host to the Institute of Carpenters’ prestigious Merlane Trophy competition.
This 46th edition of the competition featured 16 students from colleges in the East Midlands competing in a one-day practical work competition judged by …
All entries for the 2024/2025 competition are free. Applications can be completed and competition documents accessed here.
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The Carpenters’ Craft Competition is a national competition open to students of carpentry, joinery and shop fitting. It …
The Wood Awards is the UK’s premier competition for excellence in architecture and product design in the world’s only naturally sustainable material. The Awards aim to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design, craftsmanship and installation using wood.
The competition began …
SkillBuild is the largest multi-trade competition in the country for construction trainees and apprentices, covering ten craft occupations. Held annually, the competition begins with Regional Heats being held at colleges across England, Scotland and Wales and culminates in a National …
Previous winners of the college awards:
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Winners College Award |
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| 2004 | Owen Rlys Howells | Coleg Sir Gar | |||
| 2005 | Ben Matthews | Stroud | 2005 | Simon Evans | Coleg Sir Gar |
| 2006 | Liam Joseph Gardner | York | 2006 | Ewan Buxton | Inverness |
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