New Saddler's Company Award Developed with Cockpit Studios

A Three-Year Opportunity for Makers

The Saddler's Award includes subsidised studio space for three years within the creative community at Cockpit Deptford, alongside business and professional development through on-site coaching, workshops and seminars. Recipients also gain networking, selling and promotional opportunities, including twice-yearly Open Studios events that welcome over 7,000 people each year, plus opportunities to collaborate with other craftspeople in the Cockpit community.

The award reflects the Company's ongoing commitment to supporting excellence in traditional craft, while helping talented individuals build sustainable, future-facing businesses. Applications closed Tuesday 30 September 2025, and the Company said it looked forward to welcoming the first successful applicant into the programme.

Find Out More

Further details on the Saddler's Award are available on Cockpit's website at cockpitstudios.org/awards/the-saddlers-award.