WOMEN WRITERS OF THE LAKES

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

The literary landscape of the Lake District has been dominated by men, and its female writers, both 19th and 20th century have often been overlooked. The course will look at 

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CREATIVE RELIEF WOODCARVING

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Relief carving is the process of cutting a pattern or design into a flat surface. For those new to the craft, Sharon will gently guide you through the process of 

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RUSKIN LACE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Ruskin Lace is a distinctive form of lace which originated as a cottage industry in the Lake District in the 1880s. You will be working on linen fabric using a 

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CIRCLE DANCE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

All are welcome to join in this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. For newcomers and the experienced alike. Music and dances drawn from cultures and 

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FOLD & DAPPLE: POETRY PAINT PROCESS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Take a slow close look at springtime unfolding in the gardens of Higham Hall. Taking a lead from Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem ‘Pied Beauty’ we’ll combine en plein air painting 

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WOVEN TAPESTRY: BEGINNERS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Whether you are a beginner or in need of a refresher, this workshop is designed to give you a solid technical grounding in tapestry weaving.  Participants will learn essential weaving 

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FINDING MY VOICE: BUILDING MY SELF-ESTEEM

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Using humanistic theories, we will explore self-esteem levels through held values, feelings, levels of respect and behaviours. The concept of an inner-critic and 'imposter syndrome' -  influence and impact will 

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WOVEN TAPESTRY: WORDS

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Explore and learn techniques to convey words - meander, disappear, fast, up/down. How do you express these words playfully through colour and yarn choices? Louise Martin Residential: £355 Non-residential: £250 

DRAWING INTENSIVE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A comprehensive course covering the main aspects of drawing with both traditional and contemporary approaches using a variety of different media. We will work on form, tone, mark-making, and creating 

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