IDENTIFYING TREES AND UNDERSTANDING WOODLANDS

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

Gain a better understanding of different tree species and their ecosystems, their relationships with fungi, soil and other trees, and how we depend on them; learn about the differences between 

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ENAMEL BOWLS LARGE AND SMALL

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

This course will focus on making fired enamel copper bowls of different sizes. While there will be a range of sizes available to work with, those who have not made 

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FOLK SINGING WITH WILL AND ROSIE

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

A gentle introduction to singing folk music in three- and four-part harmony. Can’t read music? No problem - folk is an oral tradition, and we teach everything by ear. Learn 

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FULLY BOOKED: MIDSUMMER YOGA AND WALKING WEEKEND

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

A 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 

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WATERCOLOURS WITH CONFIDENCE

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

Making 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 

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FULLY BOOKED: QUILTERS’ SUMMER RETREAT

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

Relax 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 

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SINGING AND CIRCLE DANCING

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

Join 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 

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PAINTING ROCKS AND MOUNTAINS

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

If 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 

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SING AMERICA!

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

Explore 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 

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PATCHWORK: BARGELLO

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

Bargello 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 

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