LACE AS YOU LIKE IT

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

Have you ever wondered about how lace is made? Would you like to learn this fascinating craft?  All abilities are welcome, from complete beginner through to advanced. Want to try a lace type that you have not made before? Most of the many different lace types can be accommodated in the class. If  you have 

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EXPLORE DRAWING – A BEGINNERS COURSE

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

A gentle introduction to drawing, working at your own pace with artist and tutor Ceri Allen.  Learn the basics of drawing materials, methods and techniques. Ceri Allen £95 including lunch BOOK ONLINE: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DRNK

BRASS BAND WEEKEND

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

A serious yet relaxed weekend for brass band players to rehearse and perform popular, and perhaps lesser-known, brass band repertoire. There will be both whole-band and sectional rehearsals. All prospective players must contact Martyn at martyngrisdale@gmail.com before enrolling to ascertain level, instrument(s) and suitability. Martyn Grisdale (course leader) with Simon Cowen and Michael Howley Residential: 

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NATURE JOURNALLING

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

Nature journals can be an ideal way to connect more closely with nature. It has proven benefits to our wellbeing, and is a fun way to add value to even the shortest walk. Explore the different ways to record your finds, and leave with a plan and the beginning of your own journal. Ideal for 

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DISCOVER THE VERSATILTY OF SOFT PASTEL

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

Aim for vibrant and atmospheric paintings, be inspired using soft pastels on a variety of different backgrounds. Step by step and personal guidance. For all levels to enjoy. Sue Ford Residential: £305 Non-residential: £220

FULLY BOOKED: THE FILM WESTERN FROM 1960 TO THE PRESENT DAY

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

The Western has always reinvented itself. Though from the 1960s onwards fewer Westerns were made, the images, archetypes and provocations of the genre continued to captivate artists and audiences worldwide. Each era had its take on the cowboy, the cattle baron and the frontier. The course will trace the ways in which the Western continues 

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FULLY BOOKED: WOODCARVING: CREATIVE RELIEF CARVING

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

Relief carving is the process of cutting a pattern or design into a flat surface. For those new to the craft, Sharon will gently guide you through the process of transforming a block of wood into a unique image in relief with generous one-to-one support, technical instruction and extensive knowledge of her subject. Bring your 

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FULLY BOOKED: STRING ORCHESTRA WEEKEND

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

A weekend for string players exploring wonderful music for string orchestra directed by professional violinist, Louise Latham. Repertoire as follows: Torelli Concerto Grosso; Finzi  Romance; Janacek  Suite; Tippett  Little Music for Strings Louise Latham Residential: £320 Non-residential: £235

FULLY BOOKED: GET WEAVING!

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

Explore the use of colour and texture. Dress a loom. Understand how to read pattern draft. Suitable for both absolute beginners and developing weavers.   Jan Beadle   Residential: £410 Non-residential: £285 (yarns £15 available to purchase from tutor)

FULLY BOOKED: DRAWING AND PAINTING LAKELAND CHURCHES

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

The northern Lake District is littered with characterful old churches in stunning locations - where the dappled light of old churchyards conjure atmospheric qualities ideal for mixedmedia sketching and painting en plein air. Join Lionel on five days of painting expeditions to hone your skills in drawing both architectural and natural forms and using colour 

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