LEATHERWORK: HAND-STITCHED LEATHER POUCH
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLearn the traditional craft of leatherwork and make a quality item that will last you for years. In this course you will learn how to make your own hand-stitched leather
PEWTERWORK
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLearn to give form and texture to flat sheet metal. Popularised by the Arts and Crafts Movement, pewterwork uses no heat, heavy tools, or machinery. Simple hand-held tools and an
SUMMER YOGA RETREAT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAn opportunity to explore and deepen your understanding of the concept of viniyoga, the accessible approach to yoga developed by Sri TKV Desikachar; adapted to the individual’s ability and needs.
CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomCalico Embroidery is worked in neutral shades of cream and beiges only. It relies upon textured stitches and its own unique 3D elements to add interest to the embroideries. Suitable
SUNDAY LECTURE: TREES, FAIRIES AND ECOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES IN THE WORK OF BEATRIX POTTER
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis talk will explore Beatrix Potter’s importance as an ecological writer, looking at how her work encourages early ecological awareness and what is now called ‘nature literacy’ in young readers.
VISITING LAKELAND GARDENS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomJoin expert horticulturalist Louise on an intimate tour of Lake District gardens, including some not normally open to the public. Meet the gardeners, discover new plants and garden design inspiration
PASTELS PURE AND SIMPLE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomLearn and develop a mastery of chalk pastel on its own, delivering vibrant colours across a wide range of tones. Work from landscape and still life under guidance of an
FULL BOOKED: TRADITIONAL STAINED GLASS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomDesign and make a traditional stained-glass panel using key skills that will enable you to construct more elaborate projects later. Learn about design principals before creating and preparing your pattern,
FULLY BOOKED: THE SYMPHONY FROM SCHUBERT TO DVORAK
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA strong lyrical thread runs through the works of those composers who stayed true to the symphony in the 19th century. Starting with Schubert’s ‘Unfinished’ Symphony we will enjoy the
BLOW! INTERMEDIATE WOODWIND WEEKEND
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA light-hearted woodwind weekend designed to build confidence and improve ensemble skills. This course is intended for players of flute, oboe, clarinet or bassoon, at around Grade 3 – 6