Listed on May 25, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Member NewsLate Availability on day and weekend courses at Knuston Hall in June - Give us a call on 01933 312104 and book yourself a weekend away!Read more ...
Listed on May 25, 2014 by Knuston Hall in OffersWe have a few empty Bedrooms this coming weekend 30th May -1st June - so why not take the chance to visit Knuston for a weekend away to do your own thing for just £149 per person including all your foodRead more ...
Listed on April 7, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Blogs!A few places are still available on the following courses at Knuston Hall - email enquiries@knustonhall.org.uk for more details or to receive a copy of the current course brochure.Read more ...
Listed on March 21, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesStarting with the very basics, this course at Knuston Hall will show you how to design a simple yet very effective web site.Read more ...
Listed on March 20, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured Courses The combination of garden landscape and a simple structure like a summer house can be the basis for an excellent painting. Read more ...
Listed on March 19, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesCome along to this day course where you will complete a watercolour of a coastal view that incorporates a boat and shoreline.Read more ...
Listed on March 18, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesDo you feel envious as you dash past people relaxing and having a snack under the shade of a café umbrella? Well why not paint the scene, hang it on your wall and then you can imagine yourself there too.Read more ...
Listed on March 17, 2014 by Knuston Hall in ARCAFor many years members of the Adult Residential Colleges Association (ARCA) met twice a year to exchange ideas, share experiences and discuss how things were going. Although the association has ceased to be, there was a real sense that getting together at least once a year should continue. Read more ...
Listed on January 29, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesWheels, wool and alpaca fibre are provided, so no previous experience or equipment is necessary. This is a relaxing and informal course led by two inspirational tutors, for beginners or spinners who want to become more accomplished and creative.Read more ...
Listed on January 29, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis short course is aimed at developing the skills and understanding necessary to practice the Pilates method effectively and safely. Read more ...
Listed on January 27, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Blogs!In case anyone is in need of a short break we have listed courses where we still have spaces and if you want to stay over we still have single room accommodation.Read more ...
Listed on January 20, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis is a beautifully illustrated series of lectures and discussions looking at some of the world’s finest visual art including masks and costumes of the Venice Carnival; iconic world architecture; a history of early photography; ‘Al Andalus - The Moors in Spain; renaissance sculpture and painting; polar art from C19th/C20th; and finally, to Liverpool - ‘City of Sculpture’. Read more ...
Listed on January 17, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course is the ideal opportunity for students to develop new ideas and to try out traditional kiln painting techniques, or work on a larger project if combined with course E317 15-17 January 2014.Read more ...
Listed on January 15, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesUsing traditional stained glass materials, tools and techniques, we will produce a unique stained glass window, so whatever your skill level, this open course is a great chance to learn this art form, make new friends and find that creative spark. Read more ...
Listed on January 10, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesDiscover the basic skills needed to write news, features, vox pops and other articles for newsletters, magazines and newspapers from a Fleet Street professional. Read more ...
Listed on December 21, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Christmas, Featured CoursesWhy not treat yourself or a friend with an early Christmas present? Arrive at 4pm for afternoon tea with Christmas cake. Check into your bedroom and prepare for our Gourmet Dinner. Following a pre dinner aperitif join your fellow guests in the Dining Room for a seasonal feast.Read more ...
Listed on December 17, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesDickens’ immortal classic of misanthropy and redemption is brought vividly to live in this one-man reading. Steve Dimmer adopts all the well known characters from the tale and even does the sound effects in this heart-warming, accessible adaptation that tells of the miser Scrooge, his encounters with the ghosts and his ultimate salvation. Read more ...
Listed on December 13, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesWe will look in detail at Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ and one of his lesser known short stories, also written especially for Christmas ‘The Haunted Man’. There is no need to read these in advance of the course, but students should bring copies of both books, available in cheap Penguin Classics.Read more ...
Listed on December 6, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesWe’ve all heard about Zeus and his thunderbolts; we know about Cupid and his arrows, but what about the rest of the Greek gods? What was believed about them; what do their stories tell us about them? Their names are still with us – we talk about Olympian tasks – but who lived on Olympus and what were they doing? Join us for a weekend while we look to the myths and beliefs about some of the Greek deities.Read more ...
Listed on December 6, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesDo you have lots of photographs stored on CD or thrown into a box? How often do you look at them? Starting with the very basics, you will discover how to transform those treasured memories of your loved ones and special events forever. Memory albums are easy to create, lots of fun and very addictive. Read more ...
Listed on November 28, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Fitness & WellbeingThese morning courses are suitable for men and women and beginners are very welcome. Individual sessions or the 4-week series of courses can be booked, to work on a complete set of Dao Yin exercises and gain a broader understanding of Tai Chi.Read more ...
Listed on November 27, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesAre you petrified of painting but long to try watercolours but have been deterred by the erroneous myth that they are supposed to be ' difficult '? On this course at Knuston Hall, Richard Box will dispel that myth.Read more ...
Listed on November 25, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesAre you terrified of drawing but have a secret longing to learn how to do it? Then enrol on this course where Richard will guide you through certain processes slowly, gently and step by step. Read more ...
Listed on November 22, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesA course designed specifically for students eager to take a basic knowledge of Italian a step further, and to practise their communication skills. By using certain techniques and routines particular to the tutor, the student will be able to improve upon their existing Italian, and rediscover an interest in, and a love of, a beautiful language. Read more ...
Listed on November 8, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesTension is what happens when we actively stretch or feel pressured. An accumulation of tension builds up into stress, distress and breakdown. “Advanced sleeping” is a concept familiar to ancient yogis (who called it pratyahara). It enables us to connect and communicate with our essential life activities (such as breathing, digestion, movement – and sleeping). Read more ...
Listed on November 4, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesExperts are divided about the lifestyle Rome imposed on the Britons but this weekend we take a visual and stimulating tour of Roman sites far and wide to learn more about everyday life - for us and the Romans who lived, worked and played here - learning more about the enduring consequences that changed this place forever. Read more ...
Listed on October 23, 2013 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesPolymer clay is a material that can be shaped and cured in a domestic oven and is available in lots of delicious colours. This course provides a taster for creating your own bespoke jewellery, or elements that can be incorporated with your own personal mixed media projects. Read more ...
