FULLY BOOKED: RAKU POTTERY WITH CHRIS BARNES
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomChris will help you to create your own pieces of raku pottery and sculpture, and experience the excitement of raku firing. With lectures, demos and (hopefully) a trip out whilst some things are firing! Chris Barnes (Cumbria highamhall.com/chris-barnes) Residential: £575 Non-residential: £405
WHITEWORK EMBROIDERY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWhite-on-white embroidery. Sample different types and techniques of Whitework or work on your own piece. Angie Burt (Lancashire highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £290 Non-residential: £210
THE PHILOSOPHY AND LITERATURE OF HENRIK IBSEN
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom“A community is like a ship; everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm.” (An Enemy of the People) What is the relationship between the community and individual? Is one more important than the other? In this course led by philosophy and literature tutor Darren Harper, we discuss society, ethics, truth and life in the
FULLY BOOKED: CIRCLE DANCE: SPRING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAll are welcome to join in exploring this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. For newcomers and the experienced alike. Music and dances drawn from cultures and countries around the world; the pace varies from lively to meditative. A tonic for body and mind! Anne-Lise Kryger (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/anne-lise-kryger) Residential: £290 Non-residential:
RUSKIN LACE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomA Lake District speciality since the late nineteenth century, Ruskin lace was made from hand-spun and woven linen produced by cottagers around Coniston. Karen is a leading exponent of this heritage craft who brings extensive knowledge to support and guide you in traditional needlepoint lace techniques along with drawn thread and cut linen work to
TALK & TEA: A PHILOSOPHER’S GUIDE TO IDENTITY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomWho are you? Is the self immutable? Are you still the same person after you retire? In this talk, with the help of philosopher Amartya Sen, we will explore not only the questions above, but also to what degree our identities are plural, while casting a philosophical perspective on the incendiary topic of identity politics. Darren Harper
17TH & 18TH CENTURY CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomFor pre-formed chamber groups (with or without singer) who should bring at least 4 pieces to work on which can be at varying stages of readiness. Work at 415 or 440Hz, with availability of one harpsichord playable at either pitch, plus Higham's transposable electric pianos. Keyboard players are welcome to bring their own instruments if
JEWELLERY MAKING: SILVER CLAY
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomSilver Clay is a remarkable material made up of fine silver particles, an organic plant-based binder and water. It can be moulded, rolled, textured and shaped to create hand-crafted pieces which are then fired and polished to make fine hallmark-quality silver jewellery. With expert guidance, make up to three professionally styled pieces over a weekend.
TRY FOR A DAY: BOTANICAL PAINTING
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomThis informal and relaxed workshop is a gentle introduction to the delights of drawing from nature. You will spend the morning building confidence while closely observing individual flower petals, leaves and berries and practising watercolour techniques. The afternoon is spent painting flowers and plants from the beautiful gardens here at Higham. Everyone welcome, no experience needed.
A RECITAL BY EDEN BAROQUE
Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United KingdomAll the world`s a stage: 17th & 18th century theatrical songs and instrumental music inspired by Shakespeare and others. Programme includes music by Holborne, Locke, Biber, Purcell, Dibdin and Arne. performed by Eden Baroque: Michael Sanderson baritone, baroque violin and Katharine May harpsichord £10 Proceeds to the Stroke Association www.highamhall.com/Katharine-May-Michael-Sanderson