Located in south Somerset, Dillington House offers a large and diverse programme of weekend and longer courses throughout the year plus day courses, public lectures and classical music concerts.Read more ...
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Archive of South West | LeisureCourses.net - short courses & residential study breaks in great locations - Part 16
Listed on June 4, 2013 by Dartington International Summer School in Featured CoursesThis course will explore Zimbabwean singing traditions. Open to all ages and abilities, this relaxed, family-friendly workshop will allow participants to find confidence in singing, learn about African traditions and get to grips with polyrhythms through hand clapping, singing and dance.Read more ...
Listed on June 4, 2013 by Dartington International Summer School in Featured CoursesThe week will also include a jazz tutors’ concert and student jam sessions, culminating in a performance by the full ensemble on Friday evening.Read more ...
Listed on June 4, 2013 by Dartington International Summer School in Featured CoursesAn introduction to the harpsichord, the instrument and its playing techniques, for pianists who want to explore Bach’s music. Read more ...
Listed on June 4, 2013 by Dartington International Summer School in Featured CoursesThe all-comers Orchestral Workshops offer a chance for amateurs and future professionals alike to take part in friendly rehearsal sessions culminating in an end-of-week performance in the Great Hall, led by professional conductors.Read more ...
Listed on June 4, 2013 by Dartington International Summer School in Featured CoursesWhether you regularly sing in choirs or have never sung before, the Dartington Summer School Choir offers you the chance to take part in friendly rehearsals culminating in a performance with full orchestra in the Great HallRead more ...
Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesMusicians, Poets, Artists, Movers and Shakers, Inspiring Eco speakers and YOU! The Seed Festival inspires a more intimate and personal connection with our living world and our place within it.
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Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesSatish Kumar, a former monk and long-term peace and environment activist, invites us to consider and reflect upon how our reverence for the earth, care of the soul and a just order in society represent a trinity of sustainability, spirituality and justice.Read more ...
Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesThis workshop is for people who like to make up poems and tell stories, but most of all it’s for those who just like words – the way they rub against each other, say things we don’t anticipate, create effects, work small wonders.Read more ...
Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesDiscover how to use essential oils to balance the emotions, stay well, treat common ailments, prevent illness, alleviate stress and bring radiance to the skin.Read more ...
Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesSpend an enjoyable weekend making a beautiful piece of art in the vibrant medium of stained glass using ‘Tiffany’ copper foiling.Read more ...
Listed on June 1, 2013 by Hawkwood College in Featured CoursesThis workshop held in the context of a bee friendly landscape is for everyone with an interest in bees, their place in nature and in the human heart.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesOn this day we’ll explore a few techniques for gathering, processing and cooking whilst also deepening our relationship with the extraordinary, ordinary Oak.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesAn experiential workshop focussing on the skills needed to do-it-yourself, including explanation and discussion of the nutritional benefits of the fermentation process.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesNuts, berries and seeds are abundant this time of year, as well as good supplies of greens and roots. Come and see what's available this year to forage and cook up at Embercombe.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesCome and stay at Embercombe in Devon for an inspiring weekend learning about 'natural beekeeping' in top-bar hivesRead more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesExploring values and vision for a truly sustainable world - an experience to guide you towards a life that contributes to creating the world of your longing and also a life of fulfilment and happiness.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesThe Descent is a plunge into the mysterious wild. Leaving the nurturing safety of Embercombe we journey into the dream-world and walk ancient paths that reach inwards and outwards.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesDo you want to...push your boundaries? shape the future? get more out of life than a job? Catalyst is a leading-edge 5-day residential course for young adults aged 18 - 25.Read more ...
Listed on May 30, 2013 by Embercombe in Featured CoursesA 5 day residential programme to undertake a voyage of personal exploration and step towards your true authentic self and towards the worldRead more ...
Listed on May 26, 2013 by Dillington in VenuesDillington combines history with contemporary facilities, providing an inspirational business environment for your meeting, residential conference, recruitment or training event.Read more ...
Listed on May 24, 2013 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis course provides a wonderful opportunity to maintain or improve your knowledge of Spanish in the tranquil surroundings of Dillington with the support of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tutor. Read more ...
Listed on May 24, 2013 by Dillington in Featured CoursesThis course is set out for the learner to produce a true representation of a wildlife subject from reference provided or from your own pictures using the medium of Gouache, an opaque watercolour that is ideal and more suited for this course over watercolour.Read more ...
Listed on May 24, 2013 by Dillington in A new website, Featured CoursesDillington, with the gardens looking their best, and the long summer evenings provide a perfect setting for an entirely new idea – our very own summer music festival. Put together by pianist Ashley Wass, he will be joined by the Solstice String Quartet, Mathew Trusler (violin), Mei Yi Foo (piano) and others. Read more ...
