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TALK & TEA: BATTLE OF LITTLE BIG HORN & ITS PLACE IN THE SIOUX WAR OF 1876
An iconic battle on American soil that disproved military theories of the day. Hear about the campaign timelines of the wider Sioux War and the key engagement between the US 7th Cavalry and combined Northern Plains tribes in Montana Territory in June 1876. NEW TUTOR: Tom McMullen (Colonel W. Cumbria www.highamhall.com/tom-mcmullen) £16 including refreshments
Find out more »A JOURNEY INTO CUMBRIA’S PAST … WITH TEA
*NEW* Rare cine films bring Cumbria's fascinating past to life once again. Much of the material has never been seen before. Complemented by atmospheric old photographs, enjoy a unique experience where you can soak up the nostalgia of the county over the decades. All presented in a lively, entertaining but immensely informative way by television producer Andrew Leitch and editor Jim Bownass. NEW TUTORS: Andrew Leitch & Jim Bownass (Cumbria - www.highamhall.com/andrew-leitch-jim-bownass) £16 including refreshments
Find out more »RETREAT: GATHERING IN GRACE, GRATITUDE, LAUGHTER & ENLIGHTENMENT*
*NEW* A wonderful (non-religious) Retreat, supported by gentle music, if you feel drawn towards meditation, opening to your true self and that "Your truth is an experience, not a belief". (*Philip uses the acronym GiGGLE for this course,and asks you to view his short 4 min video before registering.) NEW TUTOR: Philip Wade (N. Yorkshire www.highamhall.com/philip-wade) Supported by Harp & Flute Music by Omnisphere: Tara Annette & Ken Cook Residential: £228 Non-residential: £162
Find out more »CHRISTMAS CREATIONS (MATERIALS PROVIDED)
Come, join our annual chance to create high quality Christmas decorations, some with floral elements, in good time for the season. This year's arrangements to include a cone tree, a lit village container, a table centre piece and a frosty winter basket. Bring scissors or secateurs, come along and enjoy! Karen Neville (N. Yorks www.highamhall.com/karen-neville) Residential: £258 Non-residential: £192 (Materials Included)
Find out more »HIGHAM CHRISTMAS DINNER & SLEEPOVER
*NEW* Come alone or together for a House Party atmosphere, be well-fed and stay over, finishing with a hearty breakfast. Enjoy a superb Higham Christmas Dinner at Higham Hall. One night only. Bar will be open. Sunday 17 December 2017 at 6pm, Melon Fan with Fruit Coulis (v) or Soup of the Day (v) or Prawn, Salmon & Smoked Mackerel Seafood Platter Roast Turkey, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Cranberry Sauce or Roast Lamb with Redcurrant & Port…
Find out more »CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT HIGHAM
Come alone or with others. Enjoy a superb Higham 4 course Seasonal Lunch at Higham Hall Lovingly prepared and served by our legendary kitchen staff. For two days only: Monday 18th December & Tuesday 19th December 2017 at 1pm Melon Cocktail with Cassis Sorbet (v) or Vegetable Soup & Crusty Roll (v) Roast Turkey, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce or Seasonal Nut Roast (v) All served with Seasonal Vegetables Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce or Red Berry Cheesecake &…
Find out more »CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT HIGHAM
On this day (Tuesday 19th) , anyone coming on their own is welcome to join 'Mr & Mrs Principal' on their table for intelligent banter and high quality cracker jokes! Inform us on booking if you dare take up this offer. Come alone or with others. Enjoy a superb Higham 4 course Seasonal Lunch at Higham Hall Lovingly prepared and served by our legendary kitchen staff. For two days only: Monday 18th December & Tuesday 19th December 2017 at 1pm…
Find out more »SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING HOGMANAY
Bring in New Year with fellow Scottish Country Dancers. For regular dancers with at least 3 years’ SCD experience, good working knowledge of traditional steps and formations to improve technique. Morning classes (optional afternoon sessions), evening social dances culminating in a Hogmanay Dinner and Ball. Mervyn Short & Maureen Haynes with musician George Meikle Residential: £303 Non-residential: £212
Find out more »TALK & TEA: WHAT IS THE POINT OF RELIGION IN A SECULAR AGE?
Commonly regarded as outdated, how can Religion be intellectually justified when many scientists deny its cognitive claims and refute the reality of spirituality? Yet our age is not settling down to a comfortable unbelief, and secularisation may open up new possibilities for faith and different futures for Religion. NEW TUTOR: Trevor Pitt (Co. Durham www.highamhall.com/trevor-pitt) £16 including refreshments
Find out more »PENINSULAR WAR WEEKEND – WATERLOO: THE OLD WORLD AND THE NEW
With the battle bicentenaries behind us we turn to the bigger picture, and place the Peninsular War in its global context. We look at the North American conflicts of 1812, the Haitian revolt against Napoleon, and the demise of the Spanish Empire in South America. We study the development of army medical services post-Waterloo, and the career of a famous Wolf. Speakers: Paul Brunyee, Mick Crumplin, John Morewood & John Sadler Organised by the Waterloo Association www.highamhall.com/waterloo-association Residential: £236 Non-residential:…
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