FULLY BOOKED: EASTER EMBROIDERY EXTRAVAGANZA (SPECIAL PRICE)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomEnjoy trying different hand embroideries, whether you’re a newbie or oldie, on this seasonal escape. Choose from a selection of kits to include techniques in Crewel work, Calico Gardens and
CEILIDH BAND FOLK ENSEMBLE EASTER JAM(BOREE)
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor musicians of any standard with a concert pitch instrument such as violin (fiddle), viola, cello, mandolin, mandola, banjo, ukulele, guitar, flute whistle, piano accordion, melodeon, concertina etc. Parts for
FULLY BOOKED: RAKU POTTERY WITH CHRIS BARNES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomChris will help you to create your own pieces of raku pottery and sculpture, and experience the excitement of raku firing. With lectures, demos and (hopefully) a trip out whilst
WHITEWORK EMBROIDERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWhite-on-white embroidery. Sample different types and techniques of Whitework or work on your own piece. Angie Burt (Lancashire highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £290 Non-residential: £210
THE PHILOSOPHY AND LITERATURE OF HENRIK IBSEN
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom“A community is like a ship; everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm.” (An Enemy of the People) What is the relationship between the community and individual? Is
FULLY BOOKED: CIRCLE DANCE: SPRING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAll are welcome to join in exploring this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. For newcomers and the experienced alike. Music and dances drawn from cultures
RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA Lake District speciality since the late nineteenth century, Ruskin lace was made from hand-spun and woven linen produced by cottagers around Coniston. Karen is a leading exponent of this
TALK & TEA: A PHILOSOPHER’S GUIDE TO IDENTITY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWho are you? Is the self immutable? Are you still the same person after you retire? In this talk, with the help of philosopher Amartya Sen, we will explore not only the
17TH & 18TH CENTURY CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor pre-formed chamber groups (with or without singer) who should bring at least 4 pieces to work on which can be at varying stages of readiness. Work at 415 or
JEWELLERY MAKING: SILVER CLAY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSilver Clay is a remarkable material made up of fine silver particles, an organic plant-based binder and water. It can be moulded, rolled, textured and shaped to create hand-crafted pieces