Archive of England | LeisureCourses.net - short courses & residential study breaks in great locations - Part 44
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Beaded Spring Flowers with Katherine Dean
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Missenden Abbey in Featured Courses15
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Belgian and other European Laces with Patricia Bury
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Missenden Abbey in Featured Courses45
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A Day of Raw Chocolate
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesA day to learn about the history, its traditional healing uses, and the many health benefits of organic raw chocolate. We’ll make individual chocolates, truffles, desserts and drinks to tickle your taste buds and nourish your soul. Read more ... -
Bookbinding Course at Dillington House
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Dillington in Featured Courses Course participants will be introduced to the use of leather and associated techniques and will be able to complete a half-leather binding, a stronger and better binding than the case-binding of the beginners’ courseRead more ... -
GI-Jive Dance Weekend! Learn 1940s Jive, Lindy Hop and Swing!
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesA fun weekend at Farncombe with Ian & Sheilagh Hartley to look at single time, 6 beat 1940s jive and eight beat Charleston and triple time Lindy Hop styles. The essential factor is to have fun whilst learning these exuberant swing dance styles!Read more ... -
Renew You: Women’s Life Coaching Retreat with Ali Soleil
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesLadies, are you yearning for some escape, some freedom, and to get away, so that you can re-charge, re-focus and get back to you? Together we will create a safe environment for you to explore what you now desire from your life and create your life goals moving forward. Read more ... -
Mixed Music Ensemble: Facets of France
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesA lively and fun weekend with Karen Tweed through which we will explore how to get the best out of playing with others, listening and performing (both in smaller and larger ensembles and solo). Singers are also very welcome. All instruments welcome, all standards but no beginners.Read more ... -
The Lindisfarne Gospels: Celtic and Anglo-Saxon art in action with Professor Michelle Brown
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThis course will focus on one of the world’s most beautiful books, the Lindisfarne Gospels, made in the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Northumbria in the early 8th centuryRead more ... -
Selling on the Web: Social Media for Business
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThis one day workshop is aimed at those working in the Arts and Crafts sector who wish to learn more about social media and will include a practical session on optimising social network profiles plus setting up and use of web tools and apps. Read more ... -
The Musical World of Venice: A Study Day with Peter Medhurst
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThrough images, recordings and live performances, singer, pianist and lecturer-recitalist Peter Medhurst explores the music of Venice and defines what it is that gives the great city it unique musical voice.Read more ... -
Making the most of your iPad
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesLearn the benefits of using an iPad in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere with tutor Susan MillsRead more ... -
Painted Furniture Workshop: Annie Sloan™ Decorative Paint Techniques
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThis furniture painting workshop with Kate Gerrish & Bliss Interiors is a fantastic opportunity to learn a wide variety of decorative paint finishes including distressing, use of two colours, ageing, smooth modern or more rustic looks. All Chalk Paint® and materials provided.Read more ... -
Carnival! Samba Percussion Weekend
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Farncombe Courses in Featured CoursesThis fun course introduces you to the different rhythms and percussion instruments of Samba in practical, hands-on playing sessions. All instruments provided.Read more ... -
Hawkwood College Open Day 4 May 2015
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Member NewsAn enjoyable day for the whole family! Free taster workshops * tours of the grounds * stalls by tutors, traders and partners. Delicious home-made organic food and ice cream * children’s activities * Maypole dancing and peace dancing. Free entryRead more ... -
Dare to be Great! with Polly Higgins
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured Courses“Polly is inspirational. With warmth, soft humour and deep passion she shared her personal journey and shows us just how we can dare to be great.”Read more ... -
Running with the Mind of Meditation
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesThis weekend is for both new, casual or very experienced runners. It is about running and the mind that runs! Read more ... -
Mindful Drawing
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesMindful Drawing is an exploration of drawing as meditation and is suitable for all levels. Inspired by the work of Frederick Franck, author of The Zen of Seeing, the emphasis is on process rather than outcomeRead more ... -
Viva Verdi!
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesA fun opportunity to have a weekend singing Italian opera choruses in the Cotswolds! Led by Gavin Carr, tenor and conductor of the Bournemouth Symphony Chorus Read more ... -
Biodynamic Agriculture and its Background
Listed on February 14, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesAn introduction to biodynamic farming and gardening, through three training sessions. Each module builds on the preceeding one while being complete in itself. A practical component is included in each session.A Hawkwood training programme.Read more ... -
Music and medicine in the 19th century
Listed on February 13, 2015 by Madingley Hall in Featured CoursesThis course explores the physicality and psychology of musical depictions of sickness, health, doctors and medicine on the operatic stage. It examines notions of the body – in particular, those associated with 'female' illness, including consumption, hysteria and madness – and of the virtuoso musician as superhuman, hypnotist, or magician. Read more ... -
Guitar Masterclass
Listed on February 9, 2015 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesFriday 20 March 2015 - Sunday 22 March 2015 A masterclass opportunity to study with one of the best classical guitarists of our generation. An intense weekend study course on classical guitar led by Craig Ogden. Suitable for experienced players and advanced students. There will be ensemble work as well as masterclass tutorials. Craig Ogden is principal...
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Writing nature: poetry in stone and bark
Listed on December 19, 2014 by Madingley Hall in Featured CoursesJoin us to study 20th and 21st century poetry that emerges from a philosophy of deep engagement with place, landscape and nature. The course coincides with a major exhibition of the work of poet and artist Ian Hamilton-Finlay at Cambridge gallery Kettle's Yard, and will also consider the work of Richard Long and land artists Andy Goldsworthy and David Nash.Read more ... -
Myths and rituals in religion
Listed on December 19, 2014 by Madingley Hall in Featured CoursesMyths and rituals create, sustain and disrupt religious and cultural systems. This course examines how religious myths and rituals evolve and affect religious and secular life. Looking at different approaches we will consider a variety of myths and rituals from different religions and cultures, including pilgrimage, food, texts and rites of passage.Read more ... -
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland: re-reading a classic at 150
Listed on December 18, 2014 by Madingley Hall in Featured CoursesAlice's Adventures in Wonderland celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2015. Carroll's text famously ushers in a 'golden age' of children's literature, in which fantasy and imagination begin to receive as much attention as pedagogy in books for children. This course will explore the origins, development and transformation of the text across the last 150 years, and consider why Wonderland still matters as much in 2015 as it did in 1865.Read more ... -
Introduction to evolutionary psychology
Listed on December 15, 2014 by Madingley Hall in Featured CoursesThis course provides an introduction to the application of evolutionary theory to psychology. You will learn how this approach has been used to understand topics such as social behaviour, mate choice, family dynamics, language, culture and mental health.Read more ... -
Fabulous Flamenco at Dillington!
Listed on December 14, 2014 by Dillington in Featured CoursesAnother opportunity to take part in this dynamic and passionate dance practised by both men and women and one of the principal forms of social enjoyment at festivals and fiestas throughout Andalucía. You will be dancing with a partner, but it is not necessary to come with a partner to participate in the courseRead more ... -
Floristry: Christmas Workshop
Listed on October 22, 2014 by Missenden Abbey in Featured CoursesPrepare all your Christmas decorations, including a door wreath ready for the festivities. New ideas and inspiration for new and repeat learners and an opportunity to cover a wide range of skills in a relaxed workshop environment. Read more ... -
Christmas Cards in Coloured Pencil
Listed on October 22, 2014 by Missenden Abbey in Featured CoursesJoin Jill Winch at Missenden Abbey and learn how to produce your own Christmas card with coloured pencils. Jill will also give advice on having it printed in order to send to friends and family. Read more ... -
Anyone Can Do It – Build a Simple Website in a Weekend
Listed on October 14, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesThis course will show you how to design and build a simple web site. No special software or previous technical experience is necessary.Read more ... -
Embellish for Christmas
Listed on October 12, 2014 by Knuston Hall in Featured CoursesEmbroider, wrap, twist, needleweave, include a simple beaded edging, add a tassel, incorporate the decorative technique of Dorset Crosswheel buttons .....and more .Read more ...