FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: INTERMEDIATE

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

In this follow up to beginners, we focus on a significant 19th century development which countered rough-handed use and became very popular with public and private libraries. One of the most satisfying bindings, Library-style Buckram uses many Account book binding features, giving maximum head-to-tail support, combining endpapers, spine linings and boards allowing it to stand 

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BUTTERFLIES, MOTHS AND THE COUNTRYSIDE OF NORTH WEST CUMBRIA

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

For lovers of natural history and the countryside, and an eye opener for anyone wishing to develop awareness of our environment. Walk contrasting Cumbrian sites where conservation management has helped the habitats of rare butterflies including Marsh Fritillary, Mountain Ringlet, Small Blue and The Forester. Presentations will consider wider conservation issues. Chris Winnick with Claire 

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RECORDERS: IN CONCORD GRADES IV-VI

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

For intermediate players (roughly Grades 4-6). An opportunity to play together over a pleasant weekend with others, with expert guidance as appropriate. Annemarie Klein (Edinburgh www.highamhall.com/annemarie-klein) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190

NO TUTOR CRAFTERS WORKSHOP

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

Due to popular demand we are able to offer these additional dates for those experienced Embroiderers, Weavers and Sewers to take advantage of some space (at a bargain price!) developing your own projects free of distractions, whilst enjoying the Higham magic, including the food! No tutor, but a chance to share ideas, relax and maybe 

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FULLY BOOKED: LAKELAND BIRDS

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

The Lake District has few equals for all-round bird watching. Find early summer residents and visitors, and, both in- and out-doors, explore habitats from upland fells to rivers, lakes and coast. Comfortable pace, ideal for learning to recognise birds by both sight and sound. Reasonable walking required (Level 2). Keith Offord (Shropshire www.highamhall.com/keith-offord) Residential: £565 

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JEWELLERY MAKING: TORCH-FIRED ENAMEL BEADS

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

Inspirational and fun for both existing beaders and newbies. Revel in the thrill found in every bead being unique! Experiment with different effects and colours for exciting necklace and earrings, or an unusual pendant. Thread your creations like a professional and use a variety of findings (the small parts that make up a piece of 

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FULLY BOOKED: CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY

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

Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame or your own project. Angie Burt (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £365 Non-residential: £255 (WEEKEND course follows)

FULLY BOOKED: UPHOLSTERY

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

Hands-on! Bring chair, stool, ottoman, headboard... Build up from scratch or just re-cover, tackle interior paddings with traditional or modern techniques. Please contact Cathy prior to your course to discuss your project needs 07770 714103.   Cathy Newbery (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/cathy-newbery) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190

CALICO GARDENS EMBROIDERY (WEEKEND)

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

Hand stitches in neutral shades with subtle enhancements creating texture and 3D effects. Beginners or experienced welcome, work on either a Calico Garden Sampler to frame or your own project.   Angie Burt (Lancashire www.highamhall.com/angie-burt) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190 (Follows a 3 NIGHT course)

19th CENTURY CHARACTER PIECES FOR PIANO

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

Romantic composers moved away from sonatas for piano in favour of shorter pieces with poetic titles. Chopin's Ballade no.1, Brahms' 2nd Rhapsody, Mendelssohn’s Bee’s Wedding and Liszt's Un Sospiro, are amongst the familiar repertoire. Schumann, Grieg and Rachmaninov also feature. Ian France (Cumbria www.highamhall.com/ian-france) Residential: £270 Non-residential: £190