The Guild is the largest in the world (over 2500 members) and much of its work is done by the 15 branches. Ringers involved in branch training meet together to exchange ideas with each other, and with the Education Sub-Committee. Over the years the format has changed from an evening meeting with presentation on a key topic followed by general discussion, to a Saturday event with half the time discussing issues of common interest, and half spent in the tower exploring practical training techniques, with lunch together at a local inn.
Each year, the topics for discussion, and the focus of the practical sessions change, with participants invited to suggest topics that interest them.