FULLY BOOKED: MIDSUMMER YOGA AND WALKING WEEKEND
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA perfect mix of hatha yoga sessions (working on postures, breathing exercises and relaxation) and guided hill walks of up to 5 miles, sometimes over rough and steep ground (requiring
WATERCOLOURS WITH CONFIDENCE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomMaking the most of Higham’s beautiful building and grounds, we will paint from life in a variety of settings. Enjoy demonstrations and discussion in the studio, and painting en plein-air
FULLY BOOKED: QUILTERS’ SUMMER RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRelax and create with new friends and old as you sew your day away. Lis will bring a selection of projects for you to tackle with her support; choose from
SINGING AND CIRCLE DANCING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomJoin us on a multicultural journey as we explore songs and dances from other countries and cultures. This course combines singing and dancing; offering a chance to dip into one
PAINTING ROCKS AND MOUNTAINS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomIf you are shown a variety of ways to draw and paint pebbles it becomes easier to paint boulders. If you learn how to make up jagged rocks from construction
SING AMERICA!
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomExplore America in song! From the great cultural traditions of Gospel, Jazz, Country and Folk to classic Broadway, Swing and Pop. We will sing in 2- or 3-part harmony depending
PATCHWORK: BARGELLO
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomBargello is usually thought of as an Italian embroidery/tapestry technique, but in this course we are going to be tackling the patchwork version. Use from five to fifteen fabrics to
WILLOW ANIMAL SCULPTURES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDelve into the creative world of willow animal sculpture with Phil Bradley, who has been a full-time professional basket-maker and willow sculptor since 1995. With Phil's patient and skillful guidance
PAINTING THE SEA
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCumbria's west coast boasts a wide variety of shoreline subjects for the painter, from dramatic cliffs to tranquil seascapes. Join professional landscape painter Lionel Playford visiting old harbours, sandy beaches,
AN INTRODUCTION TO ZEN AND JAPANESE PHILOSOPHY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomJapanese philosophy has historically been a fusion of both indigenous Shinto and continental religions such as Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. Having spent centuries in the orbit of both Chinese philosophy