FOLK N FELL 2025
We welcome back the well-established FolknFell weekend to Higham Hall. Three outstanding musicians lead a weekend of folk and acoustic ensemble playing, singing and informal sessions with time for walking. A great way to enjoy yourself, learn new material and meet new friends. With the option to take time to explore the local area on
FULLY BOOKED: VARIATIONS IN ACRYLICS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomUse a wide range of acrylic painting methods, from soft watercolour-type washes, combining with collage and other materials to rag and card methods where thick paint is used to build up the surface. You will be surprised by the flexibility of this rich medium. Explore its limits and possibilities in Frances’ own work and learn
TIME TO WRITE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA creative retreat in the idyllic surroundings of the Lake District, which has been an inspiration to generations of writers. Whether you’re a beginner needing help to put your ideas on paper, or an author longing for a peaceful space, constructive feedback and the company of other writers, this is for you. There will be
GEOLOGY OF THE LAKES: AN INTRODUCTION
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomHave you ever wondered why the topography and geology of the Lake District and wider Cumbria area varies so much? Find out as you travel through 500 million years of geological history on this course. There will be stories of ancient oceans, volcanoes, Himalayan-scale mountain ranges, tropical seas and swamps, deserts and ice ages. The
SILVER JEWELLERY: SILVER STONE-SET STACKING RINGS, BANGLES AND EARRINGS
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAimed at beginners and intermediate students, this course in silver jewellery introduces a number of different techniques for working on both silver sheet and wire plus simple stone-setting. Students will work on three designer jewellery projects: stone-set stacking rings, a bangle and earrings. Students should have reasonable manual dexterity and be able to safely use
INTRODUCTION TO GARDEN HISTORY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis course offers an introduction to garden history through the ages. It will examine trends in design, plant collecting, inspiration and socio-political contexts within and around gardens. Beginning with ancient Egypt, we will delve into the gardens of ancient Greece and Rome, followed by Medieval and Islamic gardens, then explore the Italian Renaissance and French
FULLY BOOKED: RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRuskin 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 combination of drawn thread and cut linen work, with the geometric designs being created using needlelace techniques specific to this type of lace. The course
EGYPT’S FEMALE PHARAOH: HATSHEPSUT
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThe exceptional reign of the female Pharaoh Hatshepsut (c. 1473-58 BCE) produced some of Pharaonic Egypt's most distinctive art and architecture. This course examines the historical context for Hatshepsut's time, her ambitious building and innovative artistic programme, and the officials who carried out her wishes. Dr Campbell Price Residential: £350 Non-residential: £245
FULLY BOOKED: RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomRuskin Lace is a very 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 combination of drawn thread and cut linen work, with the geometric designs being created using needlelace techniques specific to this type of lace. The
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 behind the gates, walls and clipped hedges of some hidden horticultural gems of the Lake District. Louise Stoddart Residential: £525 Non-residential: £370 (incl. fieldtrips)